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Eye On Design: Moonstone Necklace With Pendent By Louis Comfort Tiffany

moonstone necklace with pendent by louis c tiffany photo by gail worley
Photo By Gail

Louis Comfort Tiffany (1848 – 1933) made a series of jewelry designs composed of moonstones and Montana sapphires set in platinum. This necklace (circa 1910), one of the most elaborate, features moonstones of irregular sizes and shapes intersperse with the design of twisted scrolls, each enclosing four tiny sapphires. The piece could be worn as one large elaborate necklace with pendant, as seen here, or it could be separated into discrete items and worn as a choker or a bracelet with the pendent wearable  as an independent brooch.

Photographed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.

Cake Against Hate T Shirt

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Do you like Cake? I sure do. It’s celebratory, delicious, and meant to be shared. That spirit is at the heart of a growing grassroots idea often associated with the phrase Cake Not Hate which uses food and community as a simple reminder that kindness is always a better starting point than division.

In that same spirit, I’m featuring a new T-shirt design by Machmigo that I absolutely love: Cake Against Hate. The design shows a slice of pink-frosted cake and a pink fork paired with fun lettering that turns a familiar comfort food into a clear and uplifting message. It’s playful, a little cheeky, and very on-brand for anyone who believes small visual statements can still carry real weight.

cake against hate t shirt mock up

Whether you’re out ion the street, at a gathering, or just wanting to wear something that quietly signals where you stand, you can get yours for just $24.95 right now at This Link!

Smart Ways to Make Small Bathrooms Feel Bigger

a fully furnished bathroom with shower
Photo by Max Vakhtbovych on Pexels.com

Small bathrooms can be frustrating, especially when you are trying to make the space feel clean, open, and comfortable. Maybe your bathroom has limited floor space, poor lighting, or inadequate storage. The good news is that a small bathroom doesn’t have to feel tight or crowded. With the right design choices, even a compact space can feel brighter, more useful, and easier to enjoy.

In many Grand Rapids homes, bathrooms are often one of the smallest rooms in the house. Whether it is a guest bathroom, a hallway bath, or part of an older home, limited space can make the room feel cramped and less functional. Instead of thinking of the size as a problem, it helps to look at what can be improved. Better lighting, smarter storage, lighter colors, and the right fixtures can all change how the room feels. You don’t always need a full expansion to make a bathroom feel larger. Sometimes, a few thoughtful updates can greatly improve the way a space functions.
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Eye On Design: The Haas Brothers’ Small Sloan Sculptural Lamp

small sloan by haas brothers photo by gail worley
Photos By Gail

Leave it to the Haas Brothers to turn a lamp into a conversation piece, which is certainly the case with Small Sloan (2016), a striking work by the duo  currently on view in Uncanny Valley at the Museum of Arts and Design (MAD). Crafted from blown glass, aluminum tiles, and electrical lighting components, the piece blurs the line between functional lighting and contemporary sculpture.

At first glance, Small Sloan resembles a strange organism rising from the ocean floor. Its reflective aluminum body branches upward into graceful, elongated stems that support clusters of delicate blown-glass forms. When illuminated, the translucent glass catches and diffuses the light, casting shimmering reflections that ripple across the surrounding walls and giving the sculpture an almost otherworldly glow.
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Designing the Ultimate Fun Zone for All Ages

claw machines with soft toys
Photo by Ana Soares on Unsplash

Creating a space that genuinely appeals to a 5-year-old, a 15-year-old, and a 50-year-old can feel like an impossible job — like trying to write a single song that satisfies people with three completely different playlists. Yet today’s most successful entertainment destinations are proving it can be done. They’re moving beyond the idea of stacking games or attractions under one roof and instead designing environments where different generations naturally overlap, linger, and engage. The secret lies in intentional design: a thoughtful mix of activities, flexible spaces, and a seamless overall experience that ensures everyone who walks through the door finds something that feels made for them.
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