Art
December 14, 2021

Artist Recreates the Fleeting Beauty of Sunsets With Jars of Hand-Colored Sand

Some sunsets are so spectacular that there's the overwhelming feeling to want to bottle them up and keep them forever. Artist Carly Glovinski has done that, in a sense. Through her series Canning the Sunset, Glovinski recreates the beautiful sunsets she witnesses out of hand-colored sand and places them in jars. With the delicate layers of hues and the perfectly encapsulated swirls, each vessel seemingly transports us to the moment when Glovinski witnessed these stunning sights.

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Store
December 13, 2021

30 Unique Gifts Under $30 to Ace Your Shopping List Without Going Broke

Between birthdays and holidays, there's a lot of gift-giving that goes on in one year. However, all of that generosity can take a toll on your wallet. That's where My Modern Met Store steps in. We've personally curated a collection of unique gifts under $30 that will save you both time and money in your shopping. From enamel pins to artsy socks to puzzles and mugs—we've got you covered for every occasion.

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Creative Products
December 12, 2021

16 Gratitude Journals That Will Help You Nurture Happiness in Your Daily Life

There’s often the thought that happiness is a place. Once you get that promotion, you’ll be happier. Once this year is over, you’ll be happier. But the fact is that it’s just not true; sustainable happiness is achieved in seemingly small actions you take every day that have a cumulative effect on your life. One of these small actions is cultivating gratitude. Gratitude is being thankful for what you receive—whether it’s tangible or intangible.

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