"If you have a garden and a library, you have everything you need."—Cicero
| “If you have a garden and a library, you have everything you need” —Cicero Organic cotton tea towels left to right: “If You Have a Garden and a Library”; A Midsummer Night's Dream Wild Thyme; The Tempest Bee; “Come We to the Summer” Tea Towels History of Cycling MugThe illustrations on this mug chart the evolution of bikes throughout history, from the running machine in 1818 to the electric bikes of today. This might be thought of as the family tree of cycling, with unfamiliar names from “then” (the Draisine, the Velocipede—also called the Bone-shaker—the Penny Farthing, and more) to the BMX, mountain bikes, and Lotus 100 of today. The distinguishing characteristic of each is noted. | Giant KitesKites have been around for thousands of years, and they are a part of many different cultures around the world. These unique, festive kites are a perfect way to get kids to leave their screens and enjoy the beauty of the outdoors. A storage pouch for the unassembled kite is included. Designed in France. | This is the authentic panier du marché, the traditional straw market basket used for centuries throughout France.With a spacious interior and durable construction, it is seen almost as often on beaches and at picnics as it is in markets. | Bird Guidebook
and Matching Game This guidebook tests your memory with a fifty-card matching game featuring twenty-five pairs of the world’s most stunning birds, beautifully rendered in vintage illustrations. | Build-Your-Own Springtime Mobile This kit has everything needed to create a large floral mobile. Recommended for ages seven and up, it would seem perfectly at home in a teenager’s bedroom or dorm room. | Build-Your-Own Solar System Mobile This kit has everything needed to create a large solar system–themed mobile. An illustrated booklet is also provided, helping children learn more about the solar system. | Birds of Eastern and Central North America: 1,000-Piece Puzzle This puzzle comes with QR codes developed by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology that allow you to listen to the birds’ songs and calls on a smartphone while working on the puzzle. Also included is an informational poster with illustrations by the Cornell Lab of the 120 birds depicted on the puzzle. | The Natural World Greeting
Card Collection This collection of eight greeting cards features archival illustrations of colorful fauna, from butterflies to bullfrogs. These vintage images are printed in England on an uncoated, light cream 300 GSM Italian paper, which is recyclable, biodegradable, and FSC certified. | Medieval Manuscript Silk Chiffon Scarf The pattern on this scarf is based on motifs found in a circa-1500 book of hours in the collection of the Fitzwilliam Museum at the University of Cambridge. Based on a strewn-flower border from a page in the book. | Album Amicorum Silk Chiffon Scarf The lush yet delicate illustrations on this silk chiffon scarf are taken from pages in the Album Amicorum of Philipp Hainhofer (1578-1647), a German merchant, banker, diplomat, and art collector. Several dozen different flowers are depicted, surrounded by a border of seashells. | Van Gogh Almond Blossoms Silk Chiffon Scarf This scarf is based on one of a group of several paintings by Van Gogh of blossoming almond trees, which represented awakening and hope. The artist made the paintings in southern France, in 1888 and 1890, to celebrate the birth of his nephew and namesake. | This is the perfect deck for any birdwatcher or novice birder, as well as a great teaching tool and fun way for kids to master a basic body of knowledge. | Each cotton napkin in this set of four is printed with a beautifully detailed and colored vintage illustration of wildflower specimens. | Match a Pair of Birds Memory Game This game is a fun and educational way for both children and experienced birdwatchers to master a body of knowledge: how to identify both the male and the female of a species. | Nature Multi-Activity Kit This kit comes with all the materials and equipment needed to complete five nature-themed crafting activities to make twelve items. Detailed, step-by-step instructions are provided for each activity. | Balsa Wood Model Airplane Kits These airplanes are an old-school, irresistible way to get kids away from their screens and outside. (And not only kids: they’re fun for seventeen-year-olds and seventy-year-olds too.) No batteries, electronics, or plastic. | Let your thoughts turn heavenward as you gaze at this colorful solar system paperweight with its galaxies and planets. This glass paperweight combines style and functionality, making it a beautiful accent piece for any home or office. Size: 3" diameter, 2" height. | Liberty London Notecard Assortment“Liberty is the chosen resort of the artistic shopper.” —Oscar Wilde This notecard set features eight of Liberty London's heritage floral prints, drawn from across the store’s vast archive of iconic designs. | BabyLit Little PoetsA set of four endearing board books introduce little ones to the beauty of the words and sound of the poetry of Emily Dickinson, William Shakespeare, Robert Frost, and Walt Whitman, and will be appreciated by parents as well as children. | The Moth: A Game of StorytellingThe Moth is all about true stories told live, and this game is designed to prompt a volley of sharing and listening between players. Created by the program’s storytelling experts, this interactive card game encourages lively conversations, sparks creativity, and improves public speaking abilities. | Illuminated Solar System
Crystal BallThis illuminated crystal ball, showcasing all the planets in our solar system with their names helpfully listed, will elevate your home décor and make it stand out from the rest. Its glow will make any room appear brighter and more inviting, and the design may spark an interest in STEM. | The New York Review of Books Baseball CapCelebrate one of your favorite magazines with our brand new baseball cap. This smart black cap has the New York Review of Books logo in bright red. A velcro adjustable strap means this cap offers a comfortably snug fit. This cap is the most stylish way to read the latest copy of the Review without the sun in your eyes. |
