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July 13, 2021

New Exhibition in Tokyo Explores 1,500-Year History of Women’s Kimonos

As the national dress of Japan, kimonos have a long and colorful history. While today, the costume is being incorporated in modern streetwear, the traditional version of the robe is still celebrated. A new exhibition in Japan explores the evolution of women's kimonos over its 1,500-year history.

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July 9, 2021

LEGO Celebrates 30th Anniversary of ‘Seinfeld’ by Releasing a Set Based on Jerry’s Apartment

American sitcom buffs might know that LEGO recently released a set based on the apartments in F.R.I.E.N.D.S.

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July 7, 2021

Amazing App Uses AI Tech to Scan Your LEGO Piles and Suggest Things You Can Build

Most LEGO aficionados probably have a giant pile of plastic pieces somewhere that they plan to organize “some day.

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July 5, 2021

These Handmade Pieces of Wood Mountain Wall Art Will Bring the Great Outdoors Into Any Home

Starting your own creative business can be nerve-racking and feel like a huge leap of faith. However, sometimes that leap can really pay off. Such is the case for Paige Hall of Buttons and Pearl, her Etsy shop where she sells her own original wood art.

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July 2, 2021

Engineer Crafts an Amazing Hubless Bike With No Spokes on Its Wheels

Ever have a really cool idea but just don't know how to make it happen?

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July 2, 2021

Enchanting ‘Lady in the Water’ Jewelry Designed With Creatively Carved Agate Cameos

Jewelry artist Andrew James Nagel—better known as Valk 9—creates intricate wire-wrapped necklaces, bracelets, and rings using silver and precious stones.

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June 29, 2021

Trick-of-the-Eye Tattoos Look Like Stickers You Could Peel off Your Skin

If you were born in the ‘80s or ‘90s, collecting stickers was probably a big part of your childhood. Whether you stuck them to your school locker or decorated your walls, there’s something so nostalgic about sticker-clad surfaces. Canadian tattoo artist Luke Cormier allows you to commemorate our past love of colorful decals with his cartoon-inspired tattoos. Each one looks just like stickers that could peel off your skin.

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June 25, 2021

Irezumi: Explore the Ancient Techniques and Evolution of Traditional Japanese Tattoos

Today, traditional Japanese motifs, designs, and stylistic sensibilities remain popular sources of inspiration behind many contemporary tattoos.

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June 24, 2021

40+ Minimalist Tattoo Ideas That Prove Less Is More

If you’re contemplating getting inked, choosing the right permanent artwork for your body can be a little daunting.

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June 21, 2021

10 Best Western Calligraphy Workbooks to Practice Hand Lettering

The ancient art of calligraphy celebrates the beauty of the written word by rendering the forms of letters in a specific way and creating an appealing flow between them. Masters of this art form can create exquisite lettering that looks as though it comes from a Medieval manuscript. If you've ever wanted to delve into the world of calligraphy, then picking up a workbook is a great way to get started.

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