November 20, 2009 - Although snails are innately slimy creatures, apparently people find them endearing. They can be rather adorable (especially in animation) and they represent a slower way of life. Perhaps that’s why designers, artists and companies have embraced...

November 20, 2009 - Her study of the indigenous African Giant Snail is takes a positive new step on the quest to help the malnourished in Africa.

November 13, 2009 - The first was a turtle, ‘Elseya irwini’ and now a rare species of tree snail is to be called ‘Crikey steveirwini. John Stanisic of Queensland Museum, who named the snail Crikey steveirwini, stated, “It was the khaki color that immediately drew the...

November 12, 2009 - Ever wonder why the adhesive strip on envelopes couldn’t be just a tad more tasty (or at least not as gross)? The good people at J&D’s have finally figured out a way to help our taste buds and make closing envelopes an enjoyable—instead of an...

November 05, 2009 - How poetic it is. This cluster showcases all the poo related features we have at Trend Hunter, and simultaneously highlights my inability to grow past age seven. From pooptastic jewelery to snail poop packaging, check out all of the fecal finds.

November 04, 2009 - Or as a source of functional feces, as is the case of French designer Manuel Jouvin who creates packaging out of dyed snail excrement. The project is called Dejection-Moulding and the resulting packaging is used to contain cooked snails—so...

November 03, 2009 - There’s been a definite surge in snail mail-related accessories as the actual use of snail mail continues to decline. If you have a love of postage, but a stronger love of trees, you can still show your devotion with this envelope messenger bag.

October 13, 2009 - Since boys are made from frogs and snails and puppy-dog tails, it only seems natural that the Dribble Circus animation short centers around a little boy and his foundling snail. Featuring original music from Thomas Miquel, this heartening tale of...

October 05, 2009 - Take a look at these snail mail homages that will remind you how cool sending a physical letter can be. Of course, these homages don’t have anything to do with actually sending a letter. Instead, they incorporate old-fashioned postage into design...

September 12, 2009 - Hideki Kawata may not have been aiming for this design when he started, and maybe my eyes are playing tricks on me, but all I can see is a sea snail when I see the folded version of this compact street cruiser.