Design

April 27, 2021

Glass Artist Handcrafts Octopus-Shaped Wine Decanter With 8 Delicate Tentacles

Glass is a relatively common material, but the sculptural works that some artists are creating with it are anything but ordinary. Chicago-based glass artist Josh DeWall is one artist who’s shattering the boundaries of the craft. He creates intricate, nature-inspired sculptures and tableware that showcase his incredible skill. He’s the maker behind this incredible octopus-shaped wine decanter.

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April 24, 2021

Grow Your Own Tiny Cherry Blossom Tree With This Sakura Bonsai Kit

The Japanese tradition of growing bonsai trees—originally derived from an ancient Chinese gardening practice—is an art dedicated to cultivating miniature trees that mimic the shape of their full-sized counterparts in nature. Ever wanted to try your hand at growing your very own bonsai tree? Well, you’re in luck. Amazon is selling bonsai seed kits that have everything you need to start growing a Japanese cherry blossom bonsai tree from scratch, all for just $19.99.

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April 14, 2021

Designer Crafts Sleek Stainless Steel Candle Holders That Project Geometric Shapes

Inspired by a love for geometry, computational designer and maker Greg Blanpied handcrafts incredibly sleek stainless steel candle holders that are much more than meets the eye. Based on naturally occurring geometric shapes and patterns in nature—such as the Flower of Life, Metatron’s cube, and the Fibonacci sequence—these holders allow you to “experience geometric transformation” as the candle’s light sends intricate shadows through the metallic vessels.

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