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“Skeleton Flowers” Become Transparent When It Rains

Fri, 17 Jul 2015 10:43:27 +0300

Say hello to the Skeleton Flower, a white woodland blossom whose petals turn crystal clear when they make contact with water. Diphelleia grayi, the scientific name of the Skeleton Flower, can be found in only three parts of the world. The plant grows on moist, wooded mountainsides in colder regions of Japan, China and the Appalachian Mountains in the United States, and is instantly recognizable by its large, umbrella-like leaves.

What’s Inside Your Favorite Childhood Toys?

Fri, 29 May 2015 08:57:04 +0300

Popular toys that have been cut in half and filled with a realistic skeleton and organs are Maryland, USA, Jason Freeny’s specialty. Although his father was a sculptor, Freeny worked as an industrial designer until he lost his job in the financial crisis. When he ran out of money after six months, Freeny began to sculpt, too. A $50 sale on eBay, three times what he expected, was the first indicator to Freeny that he might be on to something. Soon, orders were pouring in, and he now sells sculptures for up to $17,000. In fact, there are even commercial plans to mass-produce some of his creations.

This Skeleton Is Basically Any Girl On Instagram

Mon, 12 Jan 2015 10:20:49 +0300

Meet Skellie, just your average girl looking for a boo and a good glass of red wine. She may sound like everyone you know, except for the fact that Skellie is a skeleton! What started as an inside joke between co-workers has become one of the funniest Instagram accounts around. Social Media Manager Dana Herlihey couldn’t resist creating an Instagram profile for the Halloween skeleton she and her coworkers used to prank each other. Three months after her first post she’s still posing and photographing Skellie and crafting her personality.

Non-Toxic Face Paint To Turn Your Animals Into Creepy Skeletons

Wed, 15 Oct 2014 14:59:26 +0400

Using non-toxic pet-safe paint can be a great way to turn your furry friend into a Halloween monstrosity without putting them through the potential discomfort of a cloth costume. Artist Bryn Anderson’s dog Nixie is a great example of just how cute and creepy a skeleton dog can be!

Jewel Encrusted Skeletons

Mon, 09 Sep 2013 10:56:08 +0400

Art historian Paul Koudounaris hunted down these jewel encrusted skeletons in secret Catholic vaults. Those are the remains of Catholic martyrs dug up from Roman catacombs. They were sent to churches across Europe to replace relics destroyed in Reformation. Some took up to five years to decorate in gold, silver and gemstones. Several skeletons were even found hidden away in lock-ups and containers.