Jewelry
March 2, 2021

This Adorable Teapot Ring Lets You Have a Tiny Tea Party Wherever You Go

If you love a cup of tea, perhaps you’ll appreciate this hand-crafted teapot ring. The sterling silver statement ring is made by Indian jewelry designer Astha (of Shyle). Featuring a delicate handle, a spout, and even a tiny cup, the beautiful piece of jewelry looks just like a dollhouse accessory that you can wear on your hand. The miniature teapot is based on antique silver teapots found in India.

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Sculpture
March 2, 2021

Classical Marble Sculptures Recreated With a Contemporary Suit of Tattoos

Displayed throughout Piazza del Duomo in the Tuscan town of Pietrasanta, ancient marble sculptures aren’t quite what they seem. They were placed there by Italian artist Fabio Viale as part of his Truly exhibition, curated by Enrico Mattei. The statues are no ordinary stone figures though—they’re all “tattooed.” Viale’s fascination with tattoos began when he met a Russian tattoo artist whose hands were full of “odd” symbols.

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Dogs
March 1, 2021

Father and Son Build ‘Stick Library’ for Local Dogs To “Borrow” Sticks

While us humans use libraries to borrow books, dogs in Saskatchewan, Canada are visiting their local library “branch” to take and return sticks. David Carter and his 10-year-old son Jeremiah created the “Stick Library” for their 2-year-old Goldendoodle named Nala and the other dogs in their neighborhood. Despite it being an ingenious addition to their local dog park, this Stick Library isn't the only one of its kind in the world.

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Landscape Photography
March 1, 2021

Photographer Shows Her Dogs Nature’s Beauty After Rescuing Them From the Streets of Romania

Dogs make great travel companions. Curious and playful, they are often ready and willing to go on an adventure. Austrian photographer Anne Geier highlights this fact in her travel photography that stars her two beautiful pups named Yuri and Finn. Alongside Geier, they trek to mountains, beaches, and lakes, traversing the rocky terrain and taking in the expansive views of the crystal waters in Norway.

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