Food Art
June 30, 2017

Baker Creates Fluffy Cakes That Look Just Like Cute and Cuddly Stuffed Animals

Singapore-based baker Susanne Ng puts a cuddly spin on conventional cake decorating. Using chiffon cake, Ng makes cute confections that look like squeezable stuffed animals. As a stay-at-home-mom, Ng finds baking inspiration in an unlikely place: the floor of her children's room. From teddy bears to smiling cupcakes, many of her charming creations are modeled after the dolls and plush toys collected by her kids.

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Art
June 29, 2017

Interview: Oregon Wildlife Painter Captures the Beautiful Diversity of Local Birds

With an impassioned interest in “capturing the expression, attitude, and spirit of wildlife,” artist Tom Mital creates exquisite oil paintings of birds. Based in beautiful Bend, Oregon, Mital finds inspiration in his local landscape, where wild animals are ample and nature is everywhere. While the artist has always been interested in observing and depicting fauna, he has become increasingly fascinated by Bend's birds, his preferred subjects and main muses. Each painting features a detailed depiction of a bird in its natural habitat.

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Design
June 29, 2017

Stylish Kimonos Blend Traditional Japanese Silhouette with Scandinavian Minimalism

When designers of different cultures collaborate, it opens up the possibilities for new interpretations of ancient traditions. The kimono, for instance, is a cornerstone of Japanese culture. Often adorned in bright colors and motifs, the garments have been around for centuries and still take their cues from long ago. The upcoming T-Kimono, however, is a unique twist on the authentic Japanese kimono. Developed by Norwegian tailor and designer T-Michael and Tokyo-based company Y.

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My Modern Met

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