Embroidery
March 25, 2021

Illusionistic Stitching Turns Embroidery Hoops Into Plates of Delectable Food

Embroidery has been around for centuries, and the craft continues to evolve today. Artists are pushing the boundaries of their materials and bringing to life extraordinary designs with needles and thread. One of those creatives is Japanese textile artist ipnot. She stitches 3D replicas of food, household items, leaves, and more that look astonishingly real. Ipnot was inspired to take up embroidery after watching her grandmother’s stitching techniques as a child.

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Architecture
March 24, 2021

Louis Vuitton Store in Japan is Now Covered in a Shimmering Sea-Inspired Exterior

After three years of renovation, Louis Vuitton’s Ginza Namiki store in Tokyo’s Ginza district is back in business with a new unique façade. Japanese architect Jun Aoki designed a shimmering face for the historic store through the use of unique panels and dichroic film to create patterns reminiscent of reflecting water. New York-based interior designer Peter Marino crafted the store’s interiors with thoughtful touches following the water theme.

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Toys
March 23, 2021

Artist Outfits Tiny Toys in Traditional Greek Dress to Celebrate Rich Cultural Customs

Traditional folk culture is becoming increasingly endangered thanks to our modern world. But on the flip side of that coin, the same advances that have allowed us to leave the bygone ways of life behind also allow us to appreciate our roots in ways that were previously unfathomable. Petros Kaminiotis, the designer and creator of PlaymoGreek, channels his passion for folk dance and traditional Greek dress into his favorite childhood toys.

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Animals
March 23, 2021

This Woman Has Dedicated Her Life To Rescuing Hundreds of Neglected Animals [Interview]

Sadly, many animals suffer difficult lives that are full of neglect and even abuse. But luckily, there are kind souls out there who are dedicated to helping creatures in need. Adri Rachelle is one of those people. She’s the founder of the Wild Things Sanctuary, a non-profit animal rescue in Georgia. Rachelle has spent years creating the perfect environment for displaced animals to thrive, and she now lives with around 200 of them!

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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.