Embroidery
September 20, 2021

Embroidery Artist Immortalizes Ultrasound Photos by Perfectly Recreating Them With Thread

An ultrasound photo is one of the first keepsakes that someone has after finding out they're pregnant. Many people might choose to frame these photos, but for some craft-loving folks, they commemorate this special picture with embroidery. Embroidery artist Yulia Sherbak, aka Moss and Feather, creates small hoop art featuring ultrasound photos meticulously stitched on black fabric. The resulting custom pieces are a special keepsake to remember this extraordinary time.

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Social Cause
September 19, 2021

A “Human Library” Allows Users to Check Out “Books” to Reduce Prejudice

Most libraries have shelves overflowing with well-worn paperbacks and hardcover books encased in shiny plastic. Late fees and frequent shushing noises are common. In 2000, a group of innovators in Denmark came up with a different kind of library—the Human Library, or Menneskebiblioteket in Danish. What began as an event designed for the Roskilde Festival has since transformed into a global phenomenon where “readers” can check out a human “book” for half an hour.

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Architecture
September 18, 2021

This “Floating Cloud by the Sea” Is a Futuristic Civic Center That Looks Like Its Hovering

With a design inspired by a “floating cloud by the sea,” the aptly titled Aranya Cloud Center is a multi-use civic center in Qinhuangdao, China. Its elegant form was created by MAD Architects, and when completely constructed it will bring almost 30,000 square feet (2,579 square meters) of community spaces to the area.

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Style
September 17, 2021

Billie Eilish Wears Oscar de la Renta Dress to Met Gala After Designer Agrees No More Fur

At the 2021 Met Gala, pop star Billie Eilish appeared on the beige carpet wearing an unexpected ensemble: a custom peach tulle ball gown by Oscar de la Renta. If you’re wondering why a giant dress is so unconventional at a fancy arts benefit, consider the person wearing it. Known for her “goth pop” and green hair, Eilish’s Grace Kelly-inspired look was a departure for the singer and co-chair of the gala.

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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.