Day: April 9, 2010

The Craft of an Iconic Shoe: Dr. Martens Turns 50

Dr. Martens celebrated its 50th anniversary on April 1. From Style Salvage: On April 1, 1960 the first pair of Dr. Martens was produced by the Griggs factory in the village of Wollaston in central England. Eight eyelets, ox blood red with distinctive yellow stitching, the design was dubbed “1460” after the date of its […]

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Wicked robosculptures

Wicked robosculptures

These are the work of Lubbock, Texas artist Dustin Wallace. Above is Homage 1.0, shown in both humanoid and jet transforms, and below, Homage 2.0, featuring extra-wicked elbow knives.

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Woman’s Life Story Told in Intricate Hand-Stitched Tapestry

Woman’s Life Story Told in Intricate Hand-Stitched Tapestry

Needleartist, Jean Baggot, tells the stories of her life in an amazingly detailed tapestry that includes 73 interlocking circles that each focus on one aspect of her life. More impressive, though, is her transformation of spirit and attitude as a result of her life experiences. That she’s translated them into needlework is fantastic enough, but […]

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