Monday Feb 21: The project’s just been written up in the Boston Globe! How to get stickers: Use the contact form to the right to send me your address; I’ll send you 5 for free while they last. And it’s been sighted in the Chicago suburbs: (If you’re new to Abler, you can read about … Continue reading »
Monthly Archives: February 2011
what’s wrong with "prosthetics porn"? (part I)
When I started Abler, I was excited about all the new prosthetic appendages beginning to make their way through design sites. And I remain so—excited about, intrigued by them. I’ve been collecting these images, sent on by friends and colleagues, and I’ve been glad to see much more attention to both practical and creative re-visioning … Continue reading »
Hanna Ernsting’s couch for all situations
This “Moody Couch” from Hanna Ernsting comes with 10 feet of extra fabric, so you can alter it to address your emotional state. Reminds me of these therapeutic “body socks,” used for sensory integration, orienting oneself in space (common challenges in autism conditions, among others). [CENTsory body sock.] In each, you can be part of … Continue reading »