Creative Products
March 19, 2021

Swirling Galaxy-Inspired Glass Orbs Let You Hold the Entire Universe in Your Hands

How would it feel to hold the entire galaxy in your hands? Maybe you’ve never given it thought or you've been fascinated by the fantasy since you were young. Either way, it is quite an inconceivable undertaking. Though the feat in and of itself is unfathomable, the next best thing is possible thanks to galaxy glass art and jewelry. Encapsulated in blown glass, these tiny universes fit within the palm of your hand.

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Architecture
March 18, 2021

Futuristic ‘Blackbird Cabin’ Concept Is Folded Like Architectural Origami

Blackbird cabin is a truly unique and modern retreat designed by Stipfold. The idea for it was first sketched out in 2012 and later transformed into a fully developed concept design. Though not planned for construction, Stipfold believes that unfiltered conceptual design helps the architecture firm develop as creatives and understand their mission as designers. Like a piece of origami, the Blackbird is designed as a single plane folded to create an enclosure.

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Art
March 17, 2021

Japanese Artist Uses Real Flower Petals To Complete Ethereal Fashion Illustrations

Stepping into the creative world of artist Hanaco Hanasakura is like stepping into an everlasting spring. The Japanese wedding dress designer creates exquisite mixed-media fashion illustrations using an array of colorful flower petals and leaves. From ballgowns made of scarlet roses to blossoming mini skirts, each figure is dressed for the runway. The simple composition of Hanasakura's illustrations allows the viewer to fully appreciate the beauty of each flower petal.

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Video
March 16, 2021

Watch This Brave “Bee Whisperer” Rescue a Live Beehive With Her Bare Hands

Bees don’t just produce delicious honey, they’re also the world’s most important pollinator of food crops. Around one third of the food that we consume each day relies on bee pollination, which is why it’s so important to do what we can to preserve and protect them. No one understands this more than professional beekeeper Erika Thompson (of Texas Beeworks).

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