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Book Review: Papercraft 2




When Papercraft was published 2 years ago, it covered the most current innovations in paper art. Since its release, the medium has flourished left right and center, from scenography and fashion design to marketing and advertising. Recently released, Papercraft 2 covers the amazing leap in breadth and level of quality since the early days of the first release. The book documents how techniques such as cutting, folding, gluing, and collage help designers craft innovative communication design, products, and artwork from these materials that reach new creative heights. Click here to watch the trailer.

June 23, 2011 | By: Shayna Kulik

Trend: Finding Faces




Every once in a while we cover a campaign or personal project with pareidolia ties. Today’s feature reveals recognizable faces in print, fashion and product design. While some of the images aren’t as current as others, when lined up side by side, there’s a playful timelessness throughout. Eyes, no eyes, MC Escher nose, wingtoed-shoes or a banana mouth, it’s exciting to see the latest reinvention of the wheel. Which one’s your favorite?

1. Face 2. Solange Azagury-Partidge, 3. Theme Mag illustration (artist unknown) 4. Fazer Vilpuri Loaf 5. Michael Zavros painting 6. Steven Harrington for Dazed and Confused

June 21, 2011 | By: Shayna Kulik

Mannequins from Atelier Corso Como




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Ever since my full time retail and product development days when I was tasked with visiting Rootstein and other mannequin showrooms, I’ve really loved the art of dressing and display. While in Milan last week on a visit to CorsoComo, Milan’s wacky concept store that’s much like Colette, I wandered into the most magnificent mannequin-filled space. The director was kind enough to walk me through the loft and share a bit of background on the business. He also let me take pictures. My favorite’s a tie between the painted thigh-highs and rooster bag. What’s yours?

June 20, 2011 | By: Shayna Kulik

Friday Quick Links!




  1. 1. Ryo Shimizu writes stories on walls that tumble to the ground via Sweet Station
  2. 2. Some gorgeous prints from Spanish clothing brand Moniquilla via designworklife
  3. 3. Love these sweet garden inspired necklaces by Mr. Lentz via Designer’s Block
  4. 4. Cecelia Webber’s amazing human flowers and butterflies via inspirefirst
  5. 5. Beautiful new work from Ann Marshall via Ink Butter
  6. 6. Jim Denevan creates amazing geometric designs on the beach via This is Colossal
  7. 7. Striking wooden mosaics by Aske via Creative Review
  8. 8. Killer manicure idea via Design Crush
  9. 9. These necklaces from Kristina Klarin are so quirky and fun via Oh Joy!
  10. 10. Great pairing of Sam Songailo’s paintings against natural landscapes via booooooom
  11. 11. Mind blowing color in Nielly Francoise’s portraits via Vectro Ave
  12. 12. Amazing dance costumes by Mary Katrantzou via Style Bubble

Coverage by: Emily Gup

June 17, 2011 | By: Shayna Kulik

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