I love watching over the shoulder of a machinist and seeing how things are created, and I really respect any artisan who can craft something by hand. Yeah, there is a CNC machine involved, but this is a true craft. Watch this video and see how this debossed moleskine is made.
These unique suitcases, trunks and luggage sets can do more than just hold clothes. Maybe you need a place to sit, camp out or perhaps you’re just looking for a quicker way to get to your terminal. Check out these innovative designs.
This coin purse is a kitsch homage to the fortune cookie and, I must say, it was done in great fashion. The color and texture of the leather, the gold fastener and the fold in the fabric were cleverly crafted together to create a stylish replication of this great American treat. These coin purses even include a fortune!
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Believe it or not, there is actually a use for that old typewriter in the attic. Artist, Keira Rathbone, used this IBM Selectric to create these beautiful pieces of art. So, would you classify her work as prints, pictures or typings? I’m not sure, but I do know that she has found one creative way to produce beautiful art.
Sometimes a handmade gift (even a purchased handmade gift) is the way to go. I have attended my fair share of craft shows, which often have good gifts at a decent price. Or, at no cost (minus the materials) you can make your own one-of-a-kind creations. Here are some ideas that may inspire you this holiday season.
