Objects
Why a Paper Bookmark Gets Its Shape
Why a paper bookmark gets its shape: learn how length, width and flexibility help it mark a page without slipping…
The collection
All pieces
Browse close looks at familiar objects, material choices, collecting habits and the stories things gather over time.
Materials
Cotton or Linen for a Reusable Wrapping Cloth?
Choose cotton or linen for a reusable wrapping cloth by matching its drape, grip and feel to the object, then…
Memory
From Postcard to Keepsake: The Changing Work of the Picture Postcard
Trace how the picture postcard changed from a quick message to a souvenir and collectible, and see how one small card…
Collections
The Collection That Keeps Growing: Why a Theme Needs Edges
A collection theme with clear boundaries makes objects easier to compare, display and enjoy. Choose a scope that fits…
Making
A Rainy Afternoon with Scraps of Coloured Paper
Arrange leftover coloured paper into a small display with this relaxed, low-cost plan for trying combinations without…
Our point of view
Keep curiosity; lose the clutter
We think the best way to understand an object is to look closely, ask what it does, and stay open to changing your mind about keeping it.