Style
February 24, 2023

Artisan Transforms Old Leather Couches Into Stylish One-of-a-Kind Purses

With the right skills and an eye for sustainability, Lisa Crick transforms old leather couches into stylish handbags. The large pieces of furniture—still with life left—become the raw materials for her purses. The shiny blues and soft browns of her bags show the power of upcycling and highlight how we don’t need to produce more to have more; we need to get creative with what’s already available. You'd never realize these bags were once chairs.

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Entertainment
February 24, 2023

Alison Brie Bares It All (Literally) In a Hotel Hallway To Make Her Husband Laugh

Actor Alison Brie has played dramatic roles, but don’t let the seriousness of them fool you. Known, in part, for her award-winning performance of Trudy Campbell in the TV series Mad Men, Brie’s antics beyond the small screen show a free spirit who isn’t afraid to have a little fun. If you need any proof, just look at her Instagram, where she isn’t afraid to bare it all for laughs.

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Good News
February 23, 2023

Middle School Teacher’s Viral TikTok Video Raises $30K To Pay Off All Students’ Lunch Debt

Being an educator is a demanding job, but some teachers still go above and beyond for their students. Garrett Jones, a middle school teacher in Utah, was inspired to help some of his students with outstanding lunch fees and went to TikTok to see if he could encourage people to donate. The initial goal was $8,000, but in just a couple of days, he received enough contributions to reach over $30,000.

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Music
February 23, 2023

Stunning Posters Illustrate the History of Jazz and Hip-Hop

It's hard to capture the history of an entire music genre, but Dorothy finds a way to do it in style. The UK-based studio creates beautifully designed posters inspired by music, fashion, and more. Although technically wall art, these pieces are also educational, offering a comprehensive view of the must-know figures and moments that contributed to the growth of these movements.

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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.