How parents can make a difference in a creative child’s life

There are many ways to define creativity; putting things together in unique ways, or seeing the a given problem with fresh eyes. And while we all solve problem in creative ways, encouraging it in others can make a big difference.
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Daniel Swanick
December 15, 2014
IllustrationLifestyleTips

How to make toasted marshmallow shot glasses

If you want a change from all the cookie and milk shots that you down during the holiday season, here’s a quick and simple booze-filled recipe that you can try.
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Daniel Swanick
December 12, 2014
Food & BeverageTipsVideo

This prototype water bottle actually fills itself

Cyclists know that you need to keep hydrated. And to make sure that you don’t run dry, industrial design student Kristof Retezár has designed a prototype self-filling water bottle. How? It turns air into water while you ride a moving bicycle.
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Daniel Swanick
December 11, 2014
HealthTechnology & Innovation

10 ways to spice up your hot chocolate

Winter weather is here and the best way to warm those cold toes and hands is a cup of hot cocoa. But what if you’re not in the mood for the traditional and are looking for something different?
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Daniel Swanick
December 10, 2014
Food & BeverageInfographic

Love bacon? How about a Bacon-Making Kit

Nothing beats that sizzling sound of bacon cooking first thing in the morning. And don’t listen to those studies that say processed meats causes cancer. Besides, what doesn’t these days? Just take everything in moderation.
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Daniel Swanick
December 9, 2014
Food & Beverage

Infographic: Take back your mornings

Are you usually less productive in the morning? For me, mornings are time to get things done before the workday begins. However, great mornings don’t just happen, they’re planned. They’re also about creating a routine that works; keeping you inspired and not just wired.
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Daniel Swanick
December 8, 2014
HabitsInfographicTipsWork & Productivity

What they didn’t teach you in design school

No matter what path you took in life, when it comes to our careers we all wish I learned ________________ in school. So, inspired by the gaps he perceived in a conventional design education, Professor Phil Cleaver published the very readable What They Didn’t Teach…
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Daniel Swanick
December 5, 2014
Art & DesignHumourTips

Have you discovered the Oreo Churro yet?

Spanish doughnut, meet classic cookie. Two of America’s most beloved snack treats: Oreo cookies and Churros have now come together to become the Oreo Churro.
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Daniel Swanick
December 4, 2014
Food & Beverage

Geometric models of animals made entirely out of paper

Artist Wolfram Kampffmeyer—aka PaperWolf—has become renowned for his talent creating stunning 3D geometric models; beautiful polygonal animals made from coloured paper. 
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Daniel Swanick
December 3, 2014
Art & Design

Infographic: The 10 most irritating co-worker habits

You can pick your friends, you can’t pick your family and for the most part, you can’t pick your co-workers. Even if you could, it’s hard to see through the veneer of professional behaviour most people put on for a job interview. Worst of all, unlike with irritating acquaintances,…
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Daniel Swanick
December 2, 2014
HabitsInfographicWork & Productivity

Humorously pointless missing posters

Once upon a time, before the Internet, people relied on flyers, missing posters, and community spirit to help them find their lost pets. They’ve also used to spread the word about cool events going down around the neighbourhood. Nowadays however, public announcement posters are just basically…
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Daniel Swanick
November 28, 2014
EverythingHumour

How coffee reflects your productivity at work

Could you start the day without your morning Double-Double? Is it out of habit or do we really believe that a morning coffee will increase our productivity at work?
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Daniel Swanick
November 27, 2014
Food & BeverageHabitsWork & Productivity
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