Crafts
June 14, 2023

Learn How To Turn Summer Flowers Into Pressed Art in This Online Class

One of the many joys of warmer weather is that the flowers are back in bloom. (Finally!) Whether you’re cutting them from your garden or picking them up at the farmer’s market, the colorful beauty of blossoms is always welcome. But how do you enjoy them beyond spring and summer? Flower pressing is one of the best ways to ensure that you enjoy blooms all year long.

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Art
June 13, 2023

Artist Explores the Concept of Dual Identities in Series of Textile Portraits

Moving to a new country can be invigorating and isolating all at once. When Bahamian artist Gio Swaby relocated to Canada, she found herself presenting a different version of herself compared to back home. Her new exhibition I Will Blossom Anyway explores the concept of dual identities experienced by immigrants with a series of self-portraits and a grid work of nine silhouettes.

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Tiny Living
June 13, 2023

Home Depot Is Selling a Modern Tiny Home Kit Complete With a Rooftop Deck

If you've ever dreamed of owning a tiny home, Home Depot is now offering some help. Whether you are looking for a chic guest suite, a detached home office, or a she shed, the PLUS 1 Getaway Pad is a cool, modern option. The one-bedroom, one-bathroom home with 620 square feet of open interior space even has a rooftop deck accessible by a spiral staircase, making it a true tiny luxury.

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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.