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August 31, 2020

Teachers Transform Students’ Desks Into “Jeeps” With Plastic Shields to Help Ensure Social Distancing

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to loom large over many parts of the world, preparing for the new school year is understandably daunting for parents, pupils, and teachers. In order to stay safe, children will need to abide by the recommended hygiene and social distancing rules. This can be overwhelming and confusing for many young students, which is why first-grade teachers Patricia Dovi and Kim Martin from St.

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August 22, 2020

Artist Uses Colorful LEGO Bricks to Transform Ordinary Kitchen Peninsula

Muralist Racheal Jackson completed a DIY in her kitchen by constructing a new wall brick by brick. But instead of the conventional clay slabs, she opted to create a colorful design for her kitchen peninsula using LEGO blocks. The statement-making addition was a brilliant way to inject some youthful fun into the room. Jackson has long been a fan of the building bricks.

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August 6, 2020

People Are Transforming Vintage TVs Into Cozy Beds for Their Feline Friends

Cats enjoy sleeping in enclosed spaces—it's why they love to snuggle in a good box. But while cozy, the cardboard containers are lacking in style. If you’re looking for something that’s more quirky than the conventional shipping package, tune into this quirky trend in feline bedding. People are upcycling retro television sets—think from the 1960s–and removing their components to replace them with all the cushy comforts of a cat bed.

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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.