Design

May 6, 2020

A Brief History of Cameo Jewelry and How It’s Still Popular Today

Are you familiar with the term cameo jewelry? Even if you're not, you're bound to recognize this type of accessory due to its popularity that dates back centuries. From your grandmother’s jewelry box to your favorite antique shop’s window, cameo jewelry has captivated jewelers and buyers alike for many years. Contemporary artists continually push the boundaries of typical cameo conventions to help keep the craft alive.

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April 30, 2020

25 of the Best Mother’s Day Gifts You Can Only Find on Etsy

The hustle and bustle of modern life can be a challenge on the best days, but living far apart has added a new meaning to “quality family time.” So for Mother’s Day on May 11th (in the United States), they deserve something extra special. Etsy is the place to go for unique gifts, and they've got something for all of the most important women in your life—whether it’s your mom, mother-in-law, aunt, sister, or grandma.

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April 23, 2020

Man Builds Two Extra-Tall Cat Towers Spanning the Length of His Living Room

Connecticut resident Rob Coutu really loves his two cats. After noticing that one of his kitties, a Savannah breed named Zach, wanted a structure that would allow him to perch high and survey his kingdom from above, Coutu got to work designing him and his fellow feline an epic tall cat tree. Over the course of nearly a year, Coutu assembled two multi-story towers that are connected by way of a tiny footbridge.

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