Bones of Blue Plasma
Part of a series of skeletal gas discharge lamps from sculptor Eric Franklin. This one is called Embodiment. Franklin’s work makes a nice compliment to Jessica Lloyd-Jones’ neon organs, which we posted about last week.
Craft & Design
From traditional crafts to modern crafts, we’re covering news and interesting projects to educate you and keep you inspired. Design trends and pop culture related projects are here to inspire.
Floral Sculptures Made From Spray Paint Cans
It’s amazing to see how everyday materials can be transformed in the hands of an artist. Hillary Coe dissects discarded spray paint cans and turns them in to stunning works of art. I’m particularly fond of her floral sculptures that utilize the spray nozzle portion of the can, and find her large scale panels covered […]
Star Wars R2D2 Skirt
Leggy Star Wars fans unite! this adorable R2D2 skirt was handmade by Etsy artist Go Chase Rabbits.
How-To: Fabric Cutout Embellished Collar
I’m a huge fan of adding unexpected textures and patterns to clothing to give it that extra pop, so I’m loving this tutorial for embellishing collars with fabric cutouts from Kristina at Kristina J. Cutout fabric is a unique way to embellish your pieces and add a feminine dimension. Cutout fabric lends a certain luxury […]
Math Monday: 12-Card Star Puzzle
Here is a challenging star construction you can make from twelve playing cards.
Winery Uses Shipping Pallets as Shelving
The folks at Olabisi Wines decided to use reclaimed shipping pallets and wine casks for the shelving in their tasting room. The result is rustic and a fine example of reuse, with spaces perfectly sized for wine bottles. Shipping pallets have come in handy in so many projects, they’ve started to become a staple in certain design aesthetics.
How-To: Leather and Gold Bag
Ok, I’m still on my working-with-leather kick. (This would be a perfect way to give an old leather jacket a new life.) Check out the tutorial for this gorgeous leather and gold bag! I love the gold detailing, and there are optional instructions for adding a lining.