Ex-Barbie Pincushion
Elsa Mora had an unused Barbie and a need for a pincushion. Naturally, the ex-Barbie pincushion was born. Now she never has to look around for her scissors or pins again.
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Bicycle wears shoes to get you to work
This “Walking Bike” by maker Max Knight exchanges its tires for 8 pairs of sneakers and some crazy wheel modifications. Each sneaker even has a black ankle sock to give it that “leg” look. Pretty cool idea, check out the video link below. SuperTed Walking Bike video, [via]
Ponoko 10 day challenge – puzzles
Nat @ CRAFT writes: Ponoko has a new 10 Day Design Challenge — this time on Puzzles! Create an intriguing and entertaining puzzle on a laser cutter within the next 10 days. Up to $5,000 in prizes are up for grabs! Photo above is by jared who created an edition of 100 puzzle kits. Find […]
Refashioned Clothes Make Meaty Art
Tamara Kostianovsky has a show opening in New York, called Actus Reus, of her painstakingly handmade beef carcasses, crafted from her own recycled clothes. These are meant to be disturbing and thought provoking; I’m sure they’re really incredible in person. Via Cool Hunting.
Draw with Vectrex
Sebastian developed a method for displaying vector images on the classic Vectrex gaming console – A few days ago, i began working on a Max/MSP patch that lets one draw vector-based images. The images are output as text files containing relative co-ordinate pairs in such a way that they can be easily incorporated into Vectrex […]
Recycled Blanket Bags
Tineke Beunders makes the Something Old, Something New bags from recycled woolen blankets. The only new addition is the wooden handle. Each bag is has a colorful cotton lining. Possible inspiration for your own bag creations? via Style Files. Related Recycled Blanket Rug
Vida’s Market – Now Accepting Vendor Applications
Vida’s Market is now accepting vendor applications for their Summer Market on Saturday, May 31st in NYC. Vida’s Market the first market in New York City dedicated to selling handcrafted, original items for children, babies and expecting moms. We provide a place where up-and-coming designers can show their work to the public.