| “Their practice in the field was the most fantastic thing I ever saw.” —Mark Twain, A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court From our dapper friends at the London Sock Exchange, this two-pair sock collection is perfect for the tennis enthusiast. Accented with the image of a player in position with their racket at the ready, these socks come in two colors—“lawn,” a seafoam green, and “clay,” a burnt orange hue. The perfect doubles partners, they are sure to pair beautifully with crisp tennis whites, formal slacks, or any ensemble in need of some pep. The Rosa, the Golfer, the VeloThese socks are knitted from sustainably sourced, super-soft melange cotton yarns for a luxurious fit and finish. From the engineering and manufacturing of the socks to the sourcing of materials, every detail has been obsessively perfected for comfort and durability. They are woven with 200 needles, the highest gauge used on socks. Due to the density of this weave, the socks are not only finer but also stronger than most. The toe of each sock is hand-linked (hand-sewn) to the body of the sock for maximum comfort (no lumpy seam). Finally, the socks are finished with a honeycomb welt (the top band) for a more comfortable, flexible fit around the calf. History of Cycling Mug“The bicycle, the bicycle surely, should always be the vehicle of novelists and poets.”
– Christopher Morley The illustrations on this fine bone china mug chart the evolution of bikes throughout history, from the running machine in 1818 to the sleek bikes of today. This might be thought of as the family tree of cycling, charting generations of bicycles from early models with forgotten names like the Draisine, the Velocipede (also called the Bone-shaker), the Penny Farthing, the Moulton, and the Rover to current bikes such as the BMX, mountain bike, Lotus 1000, and electric bike. The distinguishing characteristic of each bicycle is noted. The Sporting Life
Greeting Card CollectionThis collection of six quaint and colorful greeting cards features archival illustrations of old-school techniques for playing tennis, rugby, golf, and other sports. These images are printed in England on uncoated, light cream 300 GSM Italian paper, which is recyclable, biodegradable, and FSC certified. Each greeting card is 170 mm x 120 mm (about 5" x 7") and blank inside, individually wrapped in a compostable wrapper made from plants, and paired with a 100% recycled, 110 GSM kraft envelope. 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 a poster with illustrations of the 120 birds depicted on the puzzle. Birds of Western North America: 1,000-Piece Puzzle 1% FOR THE PLANET: New York Puzzle Company puzzles are sustainably crafted with the environment in mind. One percent of the sale of each New York Puzzle Company puzzle is pledged to environmental non-profits committed to creating a healthy planet. Nature-Inspired Letterpress Cards Set This set of ten letterpress cards, handmade by artisans in the USA, has a charming touch of nostalgia. Featuring ten unique designs appropriate for all occasions, the set includes rustic illustrations sure to appeal to nature lovers. Beneath My Feet Beneath My Feet: Writers on Walking rounds up the most memorable walking writers from the 1700s to the modern day, from country hikers to urban strollers, from the rationalists to the truly outlandish. Follow in the footsteps of William Hazlitt, George Sand, Rebecca Solnit, Will Self, and dozens of others. Keep up with them—and be astonished. La Dolce Vita Sock Collection Our stylish friends at the London Sock Exchange have designed a new trio of socks featuring Italian icons: pasta shapes on a bright green sock, a moped on a soft gray sock, and a Venetian gondolier on a coral sock. The High Seas
Greeting Card CollectionA collection of six greeting cards (five all-occasion and one Happy Birthday) with archival illustrations of ships, flags, lighthouses, and all things nautical. These colorful vintage images are printed in England on uncoated, light cream 300 GSM Italian paper, which is recyclable, biodegradable, and FSC certified. Giant Kites These brightly colored, whimsically designed kites are light and simple to handle, take off easily, and make original and joyful gifts for all ages. Kites 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 away from screens and enjoying the beauty of the outdoors. Discussing the aerodynamics of kites with young ones is also a great way to help spark an early interest in science. Sunprint KitSunprint® paper makes photographic-type prints using nothing more than sunshine and water. Simply collect items (leaves, flowers, a key, a shell . . . the choices are endless, and the fun is in the arranging) and place them on the special paper. Then, expose the paper to light for two to five minutes until the paper turns almost white. Rinse the Sunprint in water and watch: the outline of the objects that eclipse the sun’s light will show up in white, and the rest of the paper will turn a vibrant blue. Finally, lay the Sunprint flat on an absorbent surface and allow it to dry. Audubon Playing Cards The cards in this deck feature birds painted by John Audubon and licensed from the National Audubon Society. This is the perfect deck for any bird-watcher or novice birder, as well as a great teaching tool. Go! My Adventure Journal This travel journal is filled with thought-starters, so kids (ages four to nine) can capture important memories about their trip—like cool things they spot, new things they try, and people they meet. Hot Air Balloons Wrapping Paper In the 1780s, in Paris, the Montgolfier brothers and Jacques-Alexandre-César Charles engaged in a race to levitate into the sky using balloons. Their “artificial clouds” would enthrall the French capital and set off a craze for all things balloon. Album Amicorum Silk Chiffon Scarf The lush yet delicate illustrations on this 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. Under the Rain UmbrellaThis cheerful children’s umbrella has a deep canopy that provides extra protection from wind and rain. The manual opening mechanism has safety protection to keep little fingers safe, and the fiberglass frame is strong. Children love pointing out and naming “elephant,” “rabbit,” “giraffe,” “frog,” “cat,” “ladybug,” “butterfly,” etc.—a charming menagerie. Balsa Wood Model Airplane KitsThese 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. Inexpensive. And: a toy glider just naturally brings joy to anyone who launches one into the open sky. Glow-in-the-Dark Solar System:
48-Piece Floor Puzzle The large pieces, engaging illustrations, and glow-in-the-dark feature of this puzzle—not to mention the majesty and mystery of the cosmos—will provide hours of glowing entertainment for children ages three and older. Garden Napkins Each cotton napkin in this set of four is printed with a colorful vintage illustration of vegetables often grown in a kitchen garden: peas and shell beans, squash and pumpkin, beets and onions, carrots, lettuces, radishes, garlic, and artichoke. The image, from an antique print archive, has been beautifully detailed and colored and has a classic and timeless appeal. Butterfly, ladybug, spider—what’s your child’s favorite bug to spot in the garden? This classic family game of bingo has been reinvigorated with lively, colorful illustrations, as children and their adults immerse themselves in the world of insects, eagerly waiting to yell out BINGO! Solar System PaperweightLet 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 as a beautiful accent piece for any home or office. Size: 3" diameter, 2" height. Audubon’s Birds of America
Boxed Notecards These vibrantly printed notecards reproduce sixteen different birds from John James Audubon’s iconic masterwork Birds of America, from the majestic great blue heron to the colorful Carolina parakeet. 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. It is an ideal gift for birders, art enthusiasts, or anyone looking for a fun, educational game to play with friends and family. A Twitch upon the ThreadThe best fishing writing is never really about fishing, or never only about fishing, and the writers collected here use angling as a way to write about love, loss, faith, and obsession. This anthology ranges from medieval times to the present, from riverbank to open ocean, from the shore to the depths of the sea. Focus-Free Binoculars for Kids The fixed-focus nature of these binoculars means that kids can simply pick them up and start discovering the wonders around them with ease—without having to manually turn a focus knob. Natural History Museum:
100-Piece Puzzle Celebrate the history of life on this planet as well as memorable trips to the natural history museum. With a wealth of closely observed details, this richly illustrated puzzle promises long periods of learning and observation. Illuminated Dandelion Crystal Ball Let the light shine with this beautiful illuminated crystal ball, featuring a 3D laser-engraved dandelion design. This unique light will spark joy and make any space come alive. The intricate dandelions symbolize luck and add a sophisticated flair to your home or office. Nature Multi-Activity KitThis kit comes with all the materials and equipment needed to complete five nature-themed crafting activities and make twelve items: two animal masks, one kaleidoscope, two pinwheels, one set of wind chimes, and six nature-themed sticker boards. Learn the Seasons:
25-Piece Floor Puzzle Learning the seasons has never been so much fun! Completing this twenty-five-piece floor puzzle will help your little one understand the joys of winter, spring, summer, and fall. Ages three and older. David Levine IllustrationsWe offer framed prints of hundreds of the caricatures by celebrated artist David Levine that enriched the pages of The New York Review of Books for more than four decades. These prints make a thoughtful gift for anyone—or for your own home or office. Choose among writers, artists, composers, poets, musicians, politicians, historical figures, pop personalities, and more. (Rachel Carson is featured here.) |
