Creative Products
April 23, 2020

Man Builds Two Extra-Tall Cat Towers Spanning the Length of His Living Room

Connecticut resident Rob Coutu really loves his two cats. After noticing that one of his kitties, a Savannah breed named Zach, wanted a structure that would allow him to perch high and survey his kingdom from above, Coutu got to work designing him and his fellow feline an epic tall cat tree. Over the course of nearly a year, Coutu assembled two multi-story towers that are connected by way of a tiny footbridge.

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Drawing
April 21, 2020

11 Beloved Illustrators Who Bring Children’s Literature to Life

Nothing beats a good book—except, perhaps, one that is beautifully illustrated. While you won't find many adult reads decorated with drawings, children's books are bound to deliver, making the seemingly “kids-only” section adored by art enthusiasts of all ages. Illustrations have the power to turn the pages of a picture book into the contents of a classic. Much like the imaginations they stoke, however, children's book illustrators cannot be put into a box.

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Painting
April 20, 2020

Adults Are Finding a Nostalgic Way to Creatively Relax With ‘Paint by Number’ Kits

When you hear the phrase “paint by number,” you’re most likely picturing the crafty activity you did as a kid. You’re imagining the canvases with detailed outlined drawings that are just waiting to be filled in with the small set of paints. It was a satisfying activity; by simply matching the numbers in the drawing with the numbered pigments, you created a fully realized picture.

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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.