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24 Artifacts That Define Craft | Figma Blog

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We asked members of the design community to choose an artifact that embodies craft—something that speaks to their understanding of what it means to make with intention. Here’s what they shared. These artifacts are originally from Practice, a book on design and craft by Figma’s Story Studio and Brand Studio teams. The print edition, which launched at Config 2025, was designed by Other Means, in collaboration with type designer Kia Tasbihgou. A vintage puzzle box, a perfectly tuned guitar, an AI-powered poetry camera. A daiquiri mixed with precision. A spreadsheet that still haunts muscle memory. Each artifact tells a story: not just about the thing itself, but about the choices of the creator behind it. What to refine, what to leave raw. When to push forward, when to let go. Whether built to last for generations or designed to delight in a fleeting moment, the common thread is that great craft doesn’t happen by accident. It’s made. Learn more about Practice, the book that features these

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