Design

April 8, 2021

This Chart Tracks All of Mister Rogers’ Cardigans Worn From 1969 to 2001

Fred Rogers captured the heart of America’s children for decades on the beloved television series Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood. Perhaps one of the most memorable relics of our friendly on-screen neighbor was his affinity for brightly colored cardigan sweaters. He would don one at the beginning of each episode as he welcomed his audience with a chorus of “Won’t You Be My Neighbor.

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April 6, 2021

Artist Creates Supernatural Animated Tattoos With Moving Neon Lights

You might already be familiar with black light tattoos created using ultraviolet ink, but Russian artist Maxim Sipakov takes glowing body art to a whole new level. The talented 18-year-old animator digitally alters videos from tattoo artists around the world. He adds neon lights to their designs that appear to move around the skin like magic. Each modified bit of body art looks like the tattoo of a superhero!

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March 26, 2021

23 Challenging 3D Puzzles That Are Perfect for People Who Love Brain Teasers

Three-dimensional puzzles make great gifts for people of all ages. Brain teasers can help exercise your mind and keep you sharp. For children, these puzzles can teach lessons about geometry, math, logic, and could even improve motor skills. But no matter why you’re buying one, these types of puzzles are sure to cure your boredom and leave you feeling more clever than when you started.

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March 23, 2021

Artist Outfits Tiny Toys in Traditional Greek Dress to Celebrate Rich Cultural Customs

Traditional folk culture is becoming increasingly endangered thanks to our modern world. But on the flip side of that coin, the same advances that have allowed us to leave the bygone ways of life behind also allow us to appreciate our roots in ways that were previously unfathomable. Petros Kaminiotis, the designer and creator of PlaymoGreek, channels his passion for folk dance and traditional Greek dress into his favorite childhood toys.

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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.