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The problem with all the electronics and gadgets we have in and around our homes these days is that we’re often driven crazy by all the wires that come along with them and all the hassle we put into trying to hide as many of them as possible. In fact, we seem to be so focused on hiding or organizing wires that some creative solutions can be so obvious that you simply think past them. XMBC user Palle Olsen didn’t and instead of hiding them, used the wires of his Playstation 3 media center to create a (...)  read more

Think of it what you will, it's definitely more unique than a framed Ikea poster. A company calles DNA 11 produces art work from unique features of the human being. In medieval times people payed a lot of money for a portrait. Nowadays it's more interesting to hang a copy of your DNA profile on the wall. Apart from DNA profiles you can also get wall art of your own fingerprint or even a lip print (a.k.a. a kiss). Prices start at about $ (...)  read more

If you saved the jewel cases of all those failed CD and DVD burns with the thought that they might come in handy one day:  you may have found that day. There's a great guide on Instructables to help you out creating this piece of art. The basic idea is that you take a picture, put an effect on it, blow it up (print over several pages) and cut it up in squares to fit CD cases. You then connect the CD cases to create a mosaic effect. And if you're tired of one picture you (...)  read more