Design

February 21, 2017

Clever Tea Packaging Comes in Book-Shaped Tins Inspired by Classic Novels

We all know that you're not supposed to judge a book by its cover, but what about loose leaf tea? Inspired by the decorative jackets of iconic novels, pun-loving tea shop NovelTeas has brewed a collection of book-shaped tea tins that cleverly reference well-known literature and “reflect and arouse interest in certain classic masterpieces.” Each colorful canister is cunningly disguised as a beautifully decorated hardback book.

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February 17, 2017

Eye-Catching Flower Tattoos Convey the Delicate Strength of Beautiful Blooms

Tattooist Vlada Shevchenko inks a popular subject on the skin of her clients: beautifully-arranged flowers. Although it’s a motif we’ve admired many times, her unique take transcends ordinary floral body art and produces statement-making pieces. Working exclusively in the blackwork style, Shevchenko’s lush flower tattoos are simultaneously delicate and strong. The roses, lotus blossoms, and more are adorned with intricate details in addition to bold shading.

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February 11, 2017

Elevating Bed Turns Tiny Trailer into Modern and Spacious Home

Woodworker extraordinaire Ana White designs and builds cute and compact homes. As each tiny house is restricted by its small square footage, White must come up with inventive ways to create more space. For a recent project, White turned a teeny trailer into a spacious home by innovatively installing a movable, elevating bed that transforms its surroundings with the push of a button. Situated above a cozy sofa, the elevating bed offers a space-saving alternative to traditional furniture.

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February 4, 2017

Sweet Birth Cards Cleverly Open Up to Reveal Baby’s Arrival

Announcing the arrival of a new little bundle of joy is an exciting event for all new parents. To make the milestone even more memorable, freelance designers and “creative lovebirds” Jacques and Lise have created a series of adorable unfolding birth announcements that put a playful spin on the traditional greeting card. Reminiscent of an interactive pop-up book, each card cleverly reveals a hidden scene through a simple folding technique.

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