Friday LinkList: 1.8.10

After taking a couple weeks off for holiday relaxation, I’m back with an all-new LinkList that more than likely contains a bunch of old news. But these are things I loved seeing, and want to pass them on to you, my faithful readers. Enjoy!

The New Wet Frog Studios Website: I’m a freelance graphic designer operating under the Wet Frog Studios banner, and gave my site a complete overhaul this holiday break. The updated portfolio page better highlights my more recent work.Check it out.

‘The ABC’s of Branding’ Poster: If you love branding and minimalist design, check this poster out.

The Luma Loop Camera Strap: A great idea for a better camera strap.

Browser Pong: Exactly what it sounds like.

Cool Knife Blocks: Practical? Probably not. Cool? For sure!

IconWerk: The work this company has done is simply spectacular.

Measuring Type: So cool.

Gorgeous Letterpress Calendar: Want.

DashNote: The ONLY way I use SimpleNote on my Mac now is through DashNote. It’s free, but I’d pay if they charged for it, it’s that good.

My Life as a Religious Parable: This story is so funny!

What’s Under Your Mask?: Awesome design and brilliant concept.

20 Free Mac Apps for Designers: Some gems in the list.

The Cost of Health Care: Compared to life-expectancy. Wow.

National Geographic Collection: Every cover, photo, and article in the magazine’s 120 year history, on one hard drive. For sale.