Even the self-deprecating Abraham Lincoln, who often acknowledged his odd-lot physical appearance, might have objected to Illinois’ new license plate. The design slices his face in half, then… ...

This paper plate fish craft falls firmly in the second group. It’s easy to prep, exciting to decorate, and perfect for kids who love ocean animals, bright colors, and a little glue on their fingers.

The paper clip is something of a fetish object in design circles. Its spare, machined aesthetic and its inexpensive ubiquity landed it a spot in MoMA’s 2004 show Humble Masterpieces.