Laughing Squid
a daily dose of unique and curious things
Emancipation Schematication, Deconstructing Abraham Lincoln
Mike Mitchell breaks down Abraham Lincoln into his basic components in the marvelous illustration “Emancipation Schematication”.
Gentleman’s Squid Tentacle Scarf
Rebecca Roka created a dashing Gentleman’s Squid Tentacle Scarf or Squidscot, available through her Etsy shop.
Illustrated Manhattan Movie Map Featuring 91 Films
Bernie Hou created a wonderful illustrated map of Manhattan highlighting 91 films that take place on the island. If it seems like all the movies…
LEGO Version of Portal 2
Catsy has been creating really cool LEGO versions of things from Portal 2. via The Brothers Brick photos by Catsy
Animal Humane Society PSA Featuring Talking Cats Who Want a Home
MAKE created a really cute PSA for the Animal Humane Society featuring talking talking cats who want a home.
Arthrobots, Insect Sculptures Made From Watch Parts and Bullets
Arthrobots by British artist Tom Hardwidge are meticulously crafted insect sculptures made from various watch parts, deactivated bullets, and metal fittings (see a time lapse…
Popping A Giant 6′ Water Balloon In Slow Motion
The Slow Mo Guys shot a slow motion video attempting to pop a giant 6′ water balloon purchased from Giant Balloons.
David Lynch Talks to a Barbie Doll About His New Brand of Coffee
To promote his new David Lynch Signature Cup Organic Coffee, the film auteur made this insane or absolutely brilliant video of a conversation he…
When The What? A Collection of Hand-Drawn Timelines
When The What? is a collection of hand-drawn timelines on a variety of topics, including When Some Important Internetty Stuff Was Launched/Founded, The Creatures Capturing…
Marvelous Hand Cranked Rare Earth Magnet Machine
Dave Johnson built this mesmerizing hand cranked machine for rare earth magnets for his father’s 75th birthday. At about the 1:15 mark you’ll witness the…