Amazing Steam Punk inventions

A look at the extraordinary world of Steam Punk and its wonderful contraptions.

If you are not familiar with the term, Steam Punk refers to a genre of fiction where steam power, spring gadgets and modern marvels of the 20th century are thrown back to Victorian aesthetics, technology in a Neo-Victorian setting. The term has spread on to include not just books, but any real mashing up of technology with more classical style, where Verne-esque and Wellsian science is a reality.

The goal of of this blog was to give you a taster for some of the best steampunk projects ever!

Steampunk goggles


Steampunk Dunny


Steampunk Gameboy


Steampunk flying machine illustration

Rastamouse and da easy crew - Ice Popp

New CBeebies programme is a great ting! and they're releasing a single Ice popp!



I probably shouldn't admit to watching a kids programme for under fives but its too good not to share. BBC have outdone themselves with their new show Rastamouse - a mildly racist take on rastafarians in the form of a cute mouse. He’s been proving hugely popular on CBeebies and twitter alike. He’s so cool infact he’s got his own record contract and is releasing the single “Ice Popp”.

Producer Greg Boardman was sure that like all good shows aired between 3pm and 4m, it wasn’t just for the little ones. With a humerous dialogue, skateboarding mice, and full of references to rastafarian culture its not wonder it is enjoyed by adults as well.

It’s also clear there is alot of talent behind this project, with Andy Kingslow of Mr Scruff fame behind the tunes. Apart from this Reggie Yates, the Radio One DJ, is doing the voice for the eponymous hero.

Like Goosebumps, Spongebob, The Queens Nose, and Ghostbusters! there is no doubt this will become something youngens will look back on and treasure.

If you want to here a preview of the Rastamouse new single - visit www.rastamouse.com


Tom Kelly-Lord
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Braun Products vs Apple

A look at the uncanny similarities between products from Braun and Apple.

Recently whilst doing some research I noticed the Braun T3 pocket radio and Apple iPod (image below) have some very similar features. Since then I've been able to collect a lot more examples!



The similarities between products from Braun and Apple are sometimes uncanny, others more subtle, but there's always a common root that provides the new Apple objects not only with a beautiful simplicity but also with a close familiarity.

Braun T1000 radio and PowerMac G5/Mac Pro


Detail of the radio perforated aluminum surface


Braun L60 sound system and Apple iPod Hi-Fi


Braun LE1 speaker and Apple iMac


A lot of people would probably call these examples a "rip-off" but, in a world where product design and art are constantly being recycled, I think Apple's products are a great evolution to classic concepts.

Know any more let us know!


Tom Kelly-Lord
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Free online classic games

Bored at work? All your friends busy? Nothing on TV? Spinning Hat is here to save the day yet again.

Below is a list of links to some of the best classic games in human history that have been remade into flash versions for your enjoyment. Take a break and re-live those child hood years. God save the internet!

Lemmings

Flash remake of the original lemmings!

Donkey Kong

Has been crowned the best arcade game ever by serious gamers, still at the top after 30 years. Follow the link to play a free flash version.

Pokemon Red

This one made me really happy! Play Pokemon Red online for free! How sweet! (think the excessive exclamation marks show my excitement!)

Super Mario World

Free online version of super mario world. Kick the crap out of bowser!

Pac-Man

Recently celebrating its 30th anniversary, that pie with a slice missing is still played and enjoyed every day!


Tom Kelly-Lord
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Amazing sketchbook illustrations

Collection of mind blowing sketch book illustrations for your inspiration.

This post is to inspire you (and me) with the new and inspiring design from designers all around the world. Feel free to share any of your own work or anything amazing that you have seen!

Sketchbook by Irina Vinnik

Marvel Super hero movies in 2011

What new for Marvel movies in 2011? Find out here!



For 2011, Marvel plans on launching a two-film series, both being released across the summer 2011.

First, there’s The First Avenger: Captain America for May 6, 2011. (think they could done without the front-half of that title).

And by July 2011, comic-book nerds and dorks alike across the world will rejoice in the release of The Avengers. That’s rights, you’ll finally get to see Captain America, Iron Man, Thor & Co. team up to kick… some super villain’s butt – I’m guessing Ultron. woop!

Surprisingly, there’s absolutely no mention of any Hulk follow-ups *sarcastic*.

To celebrate all this comic book madness, Spinning Hat have released their new Comic Book Photo Frame



Transform your photos into a fun Comic strip with this fun frame. Insert your photos into the frame to create the story, included with the frame a pack of speech bubbles and a pen so you can complete the comic strip with written jokes! Thanks to Holy cool for another great revue!


Tom Kelly-Lord
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Funny logo fails

Here’s a list of the Worst Logo Fails which probably didn’t look so bad at first glance.

A good logo design is one of the most important marketing tools. It provides an easy to recognize identity and communicates who the business are.

The first feature of a good and effective logo is that it can immediately “grab” viewer’s attention. Your logo should have an immediate impact and hold the viewer’s attention. However these logos below may catch the viewers eye for the wrong reasons...

A-Style Logo


Clinica Dental


Computer Doctors


Institute Of Oriental Studies


Office of Government Commerce


If you know of anymore, let us know!!!


Tom Kelly-Lord
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