Design

November 17, 2022

Artisan Transforms Coins Into Unique Rings That Keep Memories Alive

Jewelry is a powerful way to remember loved ones we’ve lost. Susanne Phillips of Celtic Coin Craft is helping keep memories alive by transforming meaningful coins into jewelry. One of her latest creations is a ring that her client now wears to remember his dad. “I made a ring for someone who had recently lost their father,” Phillips tells My Modern Met.

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November 12, 2022

Starbucks Opens Store in a Century-Old Traditional Korean Home

A striking new Starbucks has opened in Daegu, South Korea. Set inside a timber hanok, which has over 100 years of history, the store is a revolutionary transformation of this traditional Korean home. By keeping the integrity of the structure—including the wood beams, rafters, floors, and roof—and modernizing the interior, the store strikes the perfect harmony between respecting the past and looking forward to the future.

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November 9, 2022

24 of the Best Cat Toys That Will Delight Your Furry Friend

Playtime is important for cats. It has many benefits, but the most notable is what it does for a feline’s physical well-being. Cats sleep as much as 16 hours a day, and playing—whether it’s with you, with other kitties, or by themselves—helps them to maintain a healthy weight. Cat toys are an integral part of a feline’s play regimen, especially for those kept entirely indoors.

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November 7, 2022

25 Monogram Gifts Offering a Perfect Way To Personalize a Present

A personalized gift can give everyday objects an extra special touch and let the recipient know you picked it out just for them. Although selecting the type of personalization can be a challenge, a monogram is a great addition to a gift. Traditionally, a monogram is a motif featuring two or more letters; in this case, it might be the initial of a first and last name, or a middle initial, too.

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