This handy dandy guide to gentleman’s fashion will have you looking dapper
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The History Of Jedi And Sith Lightsabers (Infographic)
Thanks to our friends at HalloweenCostumes.com we have this informative infographic to explain the why all the lightsabers look different
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Pits & Pyramids – Sam Kaplan
This visually stunning series entitled “Pits & Pyramids” from photographer Sam Kaplan displays stacks of strategically placed cookies, candies and sandwiches in a series of geometric towers and abysses
Cool Birthstone Guide By Month
Birthstones are always confusing for guys, luckily the gang from Personal Creations gave us this handy dandy guide with cool graphics explaining what they all mean.
Birthstones have been around for thousands of years, and have had religious and societal significance throughout that time in cultures around the globe. Some believe that these stones have healing or other metaphysical properties, while some simply appreciate the gems for their vibrancy and luster. Everyone from kings to meditation gurus have used and appreciated the properties of these stones, and so can you!
We collected information about each of the 12 birthstones and put them into 12 simple yet informative animated graphics.
January – Garnet
The name “Garnet” is derived from the Latin term garanatus, which means “seed” or “seed like.” There are historical references dating back as far as 3100 B.C. in Ancient Egypt, where Garnet was compared to the pomegranate seed in appearance.
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Vintage Life Hacks That Are Still Useful Today
In the 1880s cigarette companies started putting cards into paper packs of cigarettes to strengthen the container and protect the smokes. It wasn’t long unto they got the idea to start putting trivia, artwork or even pretty girls on the cards to help with marketing. In the 1910s, Gallaher LTD of Belfast & London and Ogden’s Branch of the Imperial Tobacco Co printed the first series of “How-To” (or as we call them “life hack”) style cards with clever tips and tricks for everyday problems. From steaming out a splinter to recorking a bottle, these cigarette cards told you the smart way to handle many of life’s problems.
