http://www.apsense.com/feed/news.xml APSense industry news comes from top blog sites. Thu, 23 May 2013 08:14:02 GMT Thu, 23 May 2013 07:02:08 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12580177.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12580177.html Laser-Cut Record: Music Etched Onto Slices of Wood
[ By Steph in Art & Installation & Sound. ] We already know what kind of music trees make when left to their own devices, and now we can make them sound the way we want. After developing a method for converting digital files into 3D printab... ]]> Thu, 23 May 2013 07:02:08 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12580176.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12580176.html Marvelously-Marbled Citrus Cheesecake
Photo by Heather BairdCheesecake is a beautiful thing, but when you add swirls of bright color to the batter it becomes a true work of art. In this cake, citrusy colors reflect bright orange and lemon flavors. It’s completely indulgent and perfect fo... ]]> Wed, 22 May 2013 23:02:06 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12579812.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12579812.html Summertime Patio Prep
Photo by RevolutionDHSpring has fully sprung where I live, and I’m starting to think about all of the fun I’ll have this summer lounging on my patio, drinking something cool, and grilling up dinner. Take a cue from these warm weather picks to g... ]]> Wed, 22 May 2013 21:02:12 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12579813.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12579813.html Featured Shop: Moose Design
Photo by Justyna ZduńczykI’m Hania. I live in Wrocław, Poland, and design handbags for my shop, Moose Design. I studied architecture and graduated from school in 2010. After a few years of working in various architecture offices, I decided to ... ]]> Wed, 22 May 2013 19:02:06 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12579802.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12579802.html Future Perfect: 7 Potential Wonders of the World
[ By Steph in Conceptual & Futuristic & Technology. ] One hundred years from now, will we be living on other planets, teleporting from place to place, communicating to each other telepathically, or even becoming immortal by shifting human c... ]]> Wed, 22 May 2013 07:02:06 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12579554.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12579554.html Solar Socket: Portable Plug-In Creates Free Energy to Go
[ By WebUrbanist in Gadgets & Geekery & Technology. ] With batteries running low, your eye roams the room for a place to plug in, but then you remember: you brought your own power supply. Portable, easy and green, this solar socket design i... ]]> Wed, 22 May 2013 03:02:07 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12579273.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12579273.html 12 Alternative Engagement Rings Under $1000
Photo by ilitheWhen it comes to engagement rings, we all want something that lets our style shine through. The good news is that there are a world of options on Etsy, especially if you don’t want to break the bank. From eclectic gems to hand-he... ]]> Wed, 22 May 2013 01:02:10 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12579274.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12579274.html An Interview With Sir Ken Robinson
Photo by Martin ManchaBorn to a working class family in Liverpool, England, Sir Ken Robinson overcame childhood polio and paralysis to become a New York Times best-selling author and internationally recognized leader on creativity and human potential... ]]> Tue, 21 May 2013 21:02:07 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12579192.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12579192.html Earthscraper: Inverted Pyramid Spans 1000 Vertical Feet
[ By WebUrbanist in Architecture & Public & Institutional. ] Skyscrapers are the traditional small-footprint solution for growing square footage in big cities, but what are developers to do in growing places like Mexico City where new build... ]]> Tue, 21 May 2013 11:02:07 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12578952.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12578952.html Auto Draft
[ By WebUrbanist in Drawing & Digital. ] adsf adsf [ By WebUrbanist in Drawing & Digital. ] [ WebUrbanist | Archives | Galleries | Privacy | TOS ]     ... ]]> Tue, 21 May 2013 03:02:06 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12578730.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12578730.html Plan Your Perfect City Hall Wedding
Photo by Angi Welsch via Bridal MusingsThere’s something so romantic about a city hall wedding. The focus on the bride and groom, the lack of distraction, and the fabulous options for attire and post-nuptial celebration have us daydreaming of a wedd... ]]> Tue, 21 May 2013 01:02:11 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12578731.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12578731.html Guest Pinner: Mallory McInnis
Photo by ybryksenkovaDo you ever wake up in the morning and think, “Hm. What I need is an delightful dose of glittering Internet awesomeness?” When I get to feeling that way, I head posthaste to Gems, Mallory McInnis’ wonderful blog... ]]> Mon, 20 May 2013 23:02:06 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12578618.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12578618.html Alternative Landmarks: 12 Monuments As They Almost Were
[ By Steph in Architecture & Public & Institutional. ]   The Sydney Opera House might have been little more than a squat concrete building resembling a factory, and a visit to the statue of Abraham Lincoln at the Lincoln Memorial could... ]]> Mon, 20 May 2013 13:02:06 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12578371.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12578371.html Spectral Studio: 20 Sq M Space Uses Light & Dark as Decor
[ By WebUrbanist in Design & Fixtures & Interiors. ] In an Paris apartment with just over 200 square feet, it is almost impossible to imagine anything but the more bare essentials resulting a boring space. But that is where illumination ent... ]]> Mon, 20 May 2013 01:02:08 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12578213.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12578213.html Scooped: 12 Chilled Out Abandoned Ice Cream Stands
[ By Steve in Abandoned Places & Architecture. ] Cone in 60 seconds? Though these 12 cool abandoned ice cream stands thought they could take a licking and keep on ticking, they ended up just being licked. Twistee Treat Retreat (image via: Tele... ]]> Sun, 19 May 2013 05:02:06 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12578002.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12578002.html Find the Perfect Parking Spot Before You Even Leave Home
[ By Delana in Conceptual & Futuristic & Technology. ] There are countless maps and other direction-finding methods for your smartphone that can help you get to where you want to go – but once you get there, you still have to worry ab... ]]> Sat, 18 May 2013 19:02:12 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12577872.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12577872.html Real Weddings: Tropical Paradise in Idaho
Photo by Haley Sierra The first time I saw Howard, I knew he was the one. We’re both avid outdoorsmen, and we spent our first date together wake surfing, paddle boarding, and laughing beneath the aurora borealis at Lake Pend Oreille. When Howard prop... ]]> Sat, 18 May 2013 03:02:06 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12577484.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12577484.html Editors’ Picks: Bike Gear
Photo by WoodstickAs an everyday bike commuter and all-around cycling enthusiast, I go back and forth about my favorite part of biking. Some days, zipping through the bike lane on a congested street of car commuters, I’m grateful for the ease a... ]]> Sat, 18 May 2013 01:02:10 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12577485.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12577485.html Ink Meets Paper
This bittersweet short film by Ben Proudfoot looks at two independent (and interdependent) businesses in Los Angeles, California, struggling to stay afloat in a changing economy — Aardvark Letterpress and McManus & Morgan Paper. It’s a poig... ]]> Fri, 17 May 2013 21:02:06 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12577373.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12577373.html NeoLucida: Optical Drawing Tool Lets You Trace Real Life
[ By Steph in Art & Drawing & Digital. ] Have you ever wondered how 19th century artists were able to produce such incredibly realistic drawings? It isn’t just because they were unusually talented, though it’s hard to argue that... ]]> Fri, 17 May 2013 09:02:07 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12577168.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12577168.html Small Worlds: Strange & Shocking Miniature City Scenes
[ By WebUrbanist in Art & Sculpture & Craft. ] There is no unifying theme to these surreal depictions of urban architecture and landscapes, save perhaps their imaginative improbability and singular creator, Frank Kunert, a German photograph... ]]> Fri, 17 May 2013 03:02:11 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12576945.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12576945.html Eatsy: Grilled Beet Salad
Photo by Kimberley HasselbrinkSometimes I’ll come up with a clever idea for a recipe and think that it’s the best thing ever. I’ll pat myself on the back for my creativity, a little enamored with the concept. Then I’ll check t... ]]> Fri, 17 May 2013 01:02:15 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12576946.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12576946.html Editors’ Picks: Stationery and Paper Goods
The National Stationery Show is right around the corner, and it has us in the mood for pretty paper goods. Check out this round up of our favorites, then tell us yours in the comments.... ]]> Thu, 16 May 2013 23:02:06 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12576834.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12576834.html Under 400 SF: New Modular Micro-Apartments for NYC
[ By WebUrbanist in Architecture & Houses & Residential. ] With New York City’s inexorable growth, 1980s legislation barring the creation of 400 square-foot, one-to-two-person apartments has been lifted. And the results are in: award-... ]]> Thu, 16 May 2013 11:02:07 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12576553.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12576553.html Wearable Tech: Mask Gives Users Superhuman Senses
[ By Steph in Gadgets & Geekery & Technology. ] Put on a futuristic-looking, geometric white mask and you’ll suddenly have superhuman senses, hearing targeted sounds from long distances or applying effects to images in real-time. The ... ]]> Thu, 16 May 2013 03:02:11 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12576366.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12576366.html A Road Trip With The Southerly
Photo by BullCityPhotographer Drew Tyndell and Rhiannon Leifheit Tyndell are the husband and wife team behind The Southerly, a travel blog/photo-filled love letter to the Southern U.S.A. Southerly favorites include historic sites, offbeat roadside at... ]]> Thu, 16 May 2013 01:02:07 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12576257.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12576257.html Future Present: 7 Soon-to-Be Wonders of Technology
[ By Steph in Conceptual & Futuristic & Technology. ] Within five years or less, we could be chatting with the three-dimensional holograms of faraway friends, controlling our computers with mental commands, charging our phones with energy h... ]]> Wed, 15 May 2013 17:02:16 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12575978.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12575978.html Featured Shop: SewnNatural
Photo by RaceytayWe’re Jen and Jane, a mother and daughter (now grandmother and mother) based in Ottawa, Canada, who share a shop, SewnNatural. We make modern, eco-friendly handcrafted products for children and their parents. I work out of a s... ]]> Wed, 15 May 2013 05:02:07 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12575597.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12575597.html Sideways Street Art: Muralist Makes Figures Walk on Walls
[ By WebUrbanist in Art & Street Art & Graffiti. ] These layered creations are surprisingly realistic, even in black and white, thanks in part to their scale and reinforced by their shadows, but also due to the ordinary nature of the sidewa... ]]> Wed, 15 May 2013 03:02:10 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12575598.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12575598.html Hidden Depths: Architectural Illusion Unfolds Underground
[ By WebUrbanist in Design & Guerilla Ads & Marketing. ] Facade or fantasm, this series of images presents an alluring picture of the layers – perhaps even literal  levels – of  history that lies beneath aged and famous building... ]]> Tue, 14 May 2013 19:02:08 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12575353.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12575353.html How to Promote Your Etsy Shop With Tumblr
Photo by Watty's Wall Stuff Tumblr is a blogging and social media platform that consists of many, many small communities centered around various topics. Fashion, DIY, crafts, home decor, vintage — it’s all there! Each community has its own village o... ]]> Tue, 14 May 2013 17:02:14 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12575354.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12575354.html An Indulgent Aunt
Photo by Sophie BlackallFortunate is the child with an indulgent aunt. Mine was a dear friend of my mother whom I called Aunt as a courtesy. Her gifts were never very expensive, but she always seemed to know just what would suit my interests. Summers... ]]> Tue, 14 May 2013 05:02:12 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12574982.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12574982.html Test Your Geography Skills with Google Maps Game
[ By Steph in Global & Travel & Places. ] Can you guess where in the world this unidentified Google Maps location is by landscape, road signs, architecture and cars? Test your geography skills with GeoGuessr, a site that drops you into a ra... ]]> Tue, 14 May 2013 03:02:06 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12574983.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12574983.html Fit for a Villain: 12 Surprisingly Homey Underground Lairs
[ By Steph in Architecture & Houses & Residential. ] Nuclear missile silos, former quarries, natural caves and man-made hills camouflage homes ranging from rustic and understated to modern and luxurious. Seeming ideally suited to shield uns... ]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 23:02:06 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12574721.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12574721.html An Interview With Anthony Bourdain
Photo by CNNHe landed on the New York Times best seller list with his creepy-wonderful memoir, Kitchen Confidential. Today, Anthony Bourdain publishes his own line of books at Ecco and hosts the CNN hit Parts Unknown. He talked to me on a morning tha... ]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 21:02:17 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12574722.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12574722.html Guest Pinner: Design Milk
Photo by DaintyTime“Always fresh and never sour” is Design Milk’s cheeky self-description, and it’s totally true – when you need to see something new and inspiring, they are the one-stop source. They offer a dizzyingly compreh... ]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 05:02:12 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12574470.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12574470.html Fighting the Future: 3D-Printed Gun Fired, Blocked by US
[ By WebUrbanist in Gadgets & Geekery & Technology. ] The story has unfolded fast, and people on both sides are furious. Within days of a successful test firing of the Liberator, this working 3D-printed weapon has attracted the attention of... ]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 03:02:08 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12574471.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12574471.html Can’t Be Shaved: 12 Abandoned Barber Shops
[ By Steve in Abandoned Places & Architecture. ] This abandoned barber shop triple-quartet collectively echoes with the metallic chattering of honed clippers tempered by hazy undertones of warm conversation. Losing Your Head (image via: Adam&#... ]]> Sun, 12 May 2013 19:02:07 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12574379.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12574379.html Memories of Mom
Photo by Lisa RichardsOn Mother’s Day (and all days), I’m grateful for the many gifts that my mother has given me — and that she’s always fostered my creative spirit. A few weeks ago, we asked our Facebook and Instagram followers to... ]]> Sun, 12 May 2013 05:02:22 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12574237.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12574237.html Amphibious Architecture: Foundations Float Above Floods
[ By WebUrbanist in Architecture & Houses & Residential. ] Floodwaters rise, drench homes, then recede, leaving disaster in their wake – a temporary change renders many structures permanently uninhabitable. But what if houses could ri... ]]> Sat, 11 May 2013 21:02:09 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12574135.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12574135.html Inspired By Our Stylish Moms
Photo by Gillian HerringDid your mom rock the highest bouffant, the sweetest straw hat, the tiniest bikini? We asked Etsy staff to share photos of their stylish moms and grandmas, and boy, did they deliver. From ’80s androgynous chic to jaunty ... ]]> Sat, 11 May 2013 05:02:14 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12573925.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12573925.html GIF-fiti: Trippy Animated Street Art Photos by INSA
[ By Steph in Art & Street Art & Graffiti. ] Unlike most street art, INSA‘s murals weren’t made to be seen in person – they’re best viewed online. That’s because the UK-based artist painstakingly paints, photog... ]]> Fri, 10 May 2013 23:02:07 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12573700.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12573700.html Cake as Art
Marcella Robin is a cake baker and designer in Portland, Oregon. Cake is great, regardless of what it looks like, but these cakes? They are simply gorgeous. Impeccably conceived and designed, these elaborate delicacies are edible art. As Marcella say... ]]> Fri, 10 May 2013 21:02:09 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12573701.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12573701.html Featured Shop: Julia Paul Pottery
Photo by Julia Paul PotteryHello! My name is Julia Paul and I make contemporary, wheel-thrown pottery for my shop, Julia Paul Pottery. I live and work in the Appalachian mountains of rural Virginia, where I produce tableware and one-of-a-kind pots in... ]]> Fri, 10 May 2013 03:02:07 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12573097.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12573097.html 3 Easy Steps for Managing Time and Reaching Your Goals
Photo by Sunny's VintageWith so few moments in the day, pausing to reevaluate how you manage your time can seem like the stuff of fairy tales. Luckily, many Etsy sellers are happy to share their magic tricks, having cultivated a collection of tips t... ]]> Fri, 10 May 2013 01:02:06 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12573098.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12573098.html The Antique Anti-Bouquet
Photo by Amy MerrickA big ol’ bouquet can sometimes feel fussy for a bride who wants, you know, full use of her hands. Not everyone wants to carry around five pounds of floral bliss, so here is an old fashioned alternative that bucks convention while... ]]> Thu, 09 May 2013 21:02:32 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12572925.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12572925.html Modular Bright Idea: Colorful São Paulo Sidewalk Tea Shop
[ By WebUrbanist in Architecture & Offices & Commercial. ] A blend of fun, flexible, efficient and honest, The Gourmet Tea shop design in Brazil’s biggest city is both regional and universal, responding to everyday needs for opening a... ]]> Thu, 09 May 2013 19:02:07 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12572926.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12572926.html Hidden Hotline: Only Kids Can See this Lenticular Message
[ By WebUrbanist in Design & Guerilla Ads & Marketing. ] Children already at risk may also risk further abuse if they are seen to be seeking help, hence this twist on lenticular printing – a message that reads one way to tall adults, ... ]]> Thu, 09 May 2013 03:02:07 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12572480.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12572480.html Adam Savage Answers Your Questions
Several weeks ago, Etsy ran a podcast of Adam Savage describing what he loved about Etsy. “I’ve gotten so much from Etsy over the years,” he said. “If anyone in the Etsy community has any questions they would like me to answer, I will do my best.” He... ]]> Thu, 09 May 2013 01:02:11 GMT http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12572481.html http://www.apsense.com/news/1050-12572481.html History Lesson: Nemadji Pottery
Photo by 86 HomeJeni Sandberg is a dealer, appraiser and consultant in 20th century design. She has worked in museums, was a Senior Specialist at Christie’s, and also appears on WGBH’s Antiques Roadshow. She writes about fun objects on her blog. In t... ]]>