Design

February 24, 2023

Artisan Transforms Old Leather Couches Into Stylish One-of-a-Kind Purses

With the right skills and an eye for sustainability, Lisa Crick transforms old leather couches into stylish handbags. The large pieces of furniture—still with life left—become the raw materials for her purses. The shiny blues and soft browns of her bags show the power of upcycling and highlight how we don’t need to produce more to have more; we need to get creative with what’s already available. You'd never realize these bags were once chairs.

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February 14, 2023

People Will Soon Be Wearing Toy-Dispensing ‘Gacha Machine’ Backpacks in Japan

If you've ever visited Japan, you will likely have come across a very special type of vending machine. Called gachapon, or gacha machines, after the sound it makes when the crank is turned (gacha or gasha), they sell a variety of products. They were first introduced to Japan in 1965 by a company called Penny, and have been a hit ever since. In fact, Penny even established Gacha Day, falling annually on February 17.

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February 11, 2023

20 Toys and Action Figures for the Playful Art Lover in Your Life

Do you know someone who’s into limited-edition art toys? From vinyl toys to plush collectibles, designer toys are an art form of their own. Many are created or inspired by artists, illustrators, designers, and museums, such as the limited-edition collection of Kidrobot Dunny figures made in collaboration with The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

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My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.