After spending years as a goldsmith and immersing himself in the beauty of metalwork, artist Benjamin Werner left his job behind to start something new. Endlessly fascinated by the contrast between wood and precious metal, he created a line of stunning jewelry called “Silva Aurea.” In the artist’s words, the name represents “handmade jewelry, great…
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She Creates Artwork With Something That You Probably Have Sitting In Your Shed
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Every day, we’re confronted with the fact that the Earth needs our help. With climate summits and grassroots campaigns springing up everywhere, it’s hard to ignore the fact that we need to change the ways in which we approach consumption and production. One artist with salvaged beauty in mind is a creator by the name…
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This Is Officially The Cutest Animal Ever, And You’ve Probably Never Heard Of It
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You know what’s adorable? A fluffy raccoon. You know what’s even more adorable? A pint-sized pup. As it turns out, evolution has blessed us with a precious combination of these two critters…and most of us had no idea that it was a thing. This, understandably, is a tragedy. Thankfully for those of us who aren’t…
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This Light Take On Pizza Bites Is About To Become Your Poolside Go-To!
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You know what’s the worst? Chilling by the pool at a cookout on a sweltering day and being assaulted with an onslaught of heavy food. Burgers are cool in theory, but when you’re drowning in your own sweat, the idea of scarfing down a greasy, fatty burger becomes less appealing by the second. The same…
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12 Of The Most Ridiculous Political Promises Ever Made
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These Are The 10 Words And Phrases We All Need To Stop Saying Incorrectly
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I’m going to begin this piece with an important public service announcement: “Irregardless” is not a word. Webster will try to tell you that it’s cool to use it, but Webster is a liar. It contradicts itself. It doesn’t make sense. The word you’re looking for is “regardless,” and no, they shouldn’t just be used…
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All Makeup Artists Are Talented, But What She Can Do Is On A Different Level
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For Michigan-based cosmetologist and beauty vlogger Andrea De La Ossa, makeup is fun. She knows that mascara is a must, bold lipstick is perfect for an added punch, and concealer can add a little life to even the most sleep-deprived face. But everyday makeup really isn’t her artistic jam. This self-proclaimed super-creep has a penchant…
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One College Football Coach Uses Hugs And Kisses To Help His Players Thrive
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With Some Wood And Epoxy, They Created A Stunning Statement Piece For Their Home
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If you’ve ever browsed through home decor magazines or walked up and down the aisles at Pier 1, you know how expensive tables and lamps and rugs can be. They’re so insanely overpriced, in fact, that people the world over have channelled their inner crafters and started recreating these coveted pieces for a fraction of…
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These 14 Baby Bison Will Make You Proud To Call Them Our National Mammal
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On today’s episode of “Barrack Obama is the Man,” our president signs a bill declaring that the North American bison is our national mammal, because why not? The National Bison Legacy Act — which is a real thing that exists — positions the bison as one of our national animals because it played an important…
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This LEGO Design Is Helping Blind Children Learn And Play Just Like Other Kids
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When you wake up, do you immediately look at your phone? It’s almost reflexive for millions of people around the world at this point to check Facebook likes, work emails, and Twitter mentions before the day even begins, but imagine waking up and not being able to see that phone of yours. Imagine waking up…
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This Photographer Captures Tokyo’s Stray Cats At Their Absolute Funniest
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When we think of stray cats, our minds often fill with montages of sad, ragged animals set to the tune of depressing Sarah McLachlan music. (Thanks, ASPCA.) But the stray kitties seen through Japanese photographer Masayuki Oki‘s lens are anything but. Although shining a light on the plight of stray animals is crucial, it’s arguably…
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You Might Hate Fruitcake, But We Promise That This One’s Different
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Beautiful human and artist extraordinaire Christine H. McConnell is at it again with a new project, and this time, it’s delicious. McConnell (previously here and here) is known for being one of those talented people who can create anything from holiday decor to elaborate costume designs. The artist’s pieces involving food are among her most…
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When She Woke Up From Surgery, Her Mom Caught Her Slaying This Entire Earth
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When She Called To Thank A Man For His Help, She Learned Something Devastating
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San Diego man Matthew Jackson was in line for groceries one day back in November when the woman in front of him started having a hard time. Jamie-Lynne Knighten’s infant was crying and her credit card had been declined. She was totally frazzled, so Jackson instinctively stepped up to the plate and covered her bill,…