I have wrote several posts about book carving art, see here and here. Every time, I was amazed by those incredible carving skill and creation, but feel guilty about those books and dictionaries. Hence, I decided to not write any more about these book carving until I came across this project by Alex Queral.

Alex Queral’s “It’s All Relative” (Albert Einstein)

When Alex Queral saw a pile of unwanted phone books 14 years ago, he was hit with a flash of inspiration. Rather than just leaving them to rot he would recycle them, using them as the basis for works of art by carving portraits out of them.

Alex Queral’s “The Man With No Name” (Clint Eastwood)

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I admit it: I’m a tech-head. I love gadgets and I love to travel. Anywho, I run through my checklist of essential gear every time I travel. Aye. But … there’s still something missing. I’ve never felt Inspector Gadget-ish enough. I started doing some digging and here we are, our today’s topic “14 Useful Travel Gadgets For you Pleasant Trip”. And don’t forget to let us know, what is the gadget you think most useful for your trip.

1. Victorinox SwissMemory 128 MB USB Storage Device [amazon]

Victorinox, in partnership with Swissbit, the renowned Swiss electronics firm, has created the SwissMemory, a handy 2-1/4-inch (58 millimeter) tool. This high-performance, portable data storage device provides a convenient way to transport pictures, music, and data files from home to office. It’s also very convenient while traveling on business and you need a backup for an important presentation, as it can be readily available and attached to your key chain. Additional handy features include a blade, scissors, ballpoint pen, and red LED light.

For the second year running, Sydney celebrates the approach of winter with Vivid Sydney, a festival of light, music, and ideas.

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In this special time of World Cup, we had to find something unique and cool that represented The Beautiful Game. And this beautifully Reclaimed Soccer Ball Bag, is our today’s star.

We loved these recycled totes the minute we saw them. Made from an actual used soccer ball (turned inside-out) each one is entirely unique, personal and handmade in Germany. Inside each bag you…
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