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When did your love for wood begin? Was it at first sight, or after spending time working with it? “As a wood lover, I’m totally attracted by its charm”, said Li, founder and carpenter of a woodworking shop. Let’s explore… Continue Reading Encounter the Beauty in the World of Wood

The 76-year-old Japanese quilt artist Yoshiko Jinzenji bought a 4,300-square-feet plot of land up Mount Hiei in Kyoto 8 years ago to build a house for herself. “The whole house is an integrated kitchen with a small bathroom. I want… Continue Reading Yoshiko Jinzenji: 76-Year-Old Japanese Quilt Artist Built Her Own 4,300-Square-Feet Kitchen House

Halloween is your chance to dress up as your favorite character, enjoy plenty of spooky surprises and uncover some twisted thrills around every corner. Whether you’re taking the kids to Trick or Treat, with emphasis on the sweet treats, or… Continue Reading 20 Fun and Funny Halloween Costume Ideas

By Jean Lovette It’s time to fall in love with autumn and harvest that home-decorating creativity! The season evokes nostalgic memories of fire pits, pumpkin lattes, and crockpots with comfort foods. May the forest be with you as you try… Continue Reading Creative Home Decor Tips for the Autumn Season

If you want to surprise someone with a unique gift, a Himalayan salt lamp may be the way to go. Salt lamps are becoming ever more increasingly popular for a variety of reasons, but you may not have heard of… Continue Reading Himalayan Salt Lamps… An Unexpected Gift!

When you were young, everyone played with wooden three-dimensional puzzles. Whether you were a boy or a girl, you were attracted to puzzles. Sound familiar? You would probably wake up early in the morning and spend all day concentrating, trying… Continue Reading Perpetual Motion Models, Toys for All Ages and More Creative than Lego

“Wagashi” are Japanese confections. Beautiful and diverse, these delicacies are dedicated to Shinto gods and Buddhist deities, or used to end a meal. More importantly, they can show the provider’s sincerity and emotions. Kimura Soshin, a tea master, made a… Continue Reading Kimura Soshin: One Dessert a Day, Taste of Four Seasons, and Dedication

Some people are destined to become craftsmen. Tsuzuki Akira is one of them. Born in a pottery family in Sendai, he’s been interested in handwork since he was a child. After finishing college in Yamagata Prefecture, he went to the… Continue Reading Tsuzuki Akira: Make Crockery with Respect for Food

You don’t have to spend hundreds of dollars redecorating your home. In fact, you don’t have to spend over $50. Yes, you read that right. We’ve compiled a list of unique pieces that are under $50. From wall hangings to… Continue Reading Redecorate On A Budget With These Under $50 Pieces

Are you in the market for a unique earring to add to your jewelry collection? Of course, you are! Everyone could use more accessories. That’s why we compiled a list of unique earrings that’ll sparkle on your ears and look… Continue Reading Unique Earrings You Need For Your Jewelry Collection