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The Sibley Birder’s Life List & Field DiaryFrom leading ornithologist and bestselling author David Sibley comes this essential write-in field companion for all levels of birders. This indispensable birder’s companion includes both ample space for on-site notes and a life list to be filled in by the legions of passionate birders who have bought Sibley’s bestselling guides. |
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 away from screens and enjoying the beauty of the outdoors. A storage pouch for the unassembled kite is included. Designed in France. |
“Keep Pedalling” Mug This heirloom-quality bone china mug is decorated with an illustration from Quentin Blake’s much-loved picture book Mrs. Armitage on Wheels, and the quotation: “The trick is to keep pedalling.” Perfect for a six-year-old, a ninety-six-year-old, and everyone in between. |
Sailing Ship Kite This handmade kite really flies in the wind. The kites are made from tear-resistant nylon and durable bamboo by Balinese artisans. When the kite is not being used, it makes a beautiful decorative object to display anywhere in need of some nautical charm. |
Notabag Have you ever struggled to balance a tote bag filled with groceries on bicycle handlebars? Need a bit of help transporting your next good read home from the library? The idea for Notabag was born on a bike. Notabags are a combination of a bag and a backpack that can fit in your pocket, perfect for the on-the-go bookworm. |
French Market BasketThis 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. |
The Backyard Birdsong GuideWith more than 300,000 copies already sold, Backyard Birdsong is back by popular demand. The Cornell Lab of Ornithology is proud to rerelease this widely acclaimed bird audio field-guide series, from award-winning ornithologist and author Donald Kroodsma. |
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) as well as the BMX, mountain bikes, and Lotus 100 of today. The distinguishing characteristic of each bike is noted. |
Focus-Free Binoculars for KidsThe fixed-focused nature of these binoculars means that kids can simply pick them up and start discovering the wonders around them with ease. This user-friendly design ensures children can effortlessly enjoy the wonders of nature and foster a love for the great outdoors and natural sciences. |
Monet Tulips Silk Chiffon Scarf The design of this beautiful silk chiffon scarf is inspired by the 1885 painting A Vase of Tulips by French impressionist Claude Monet. Monet’s use of bold, contrasting colors and dynamic compositions creates a sense of movement and vitality, reflecting his deep appreciation for nature. |
Planetarium Projector Explore space and the night skies on the ceiling and walls of a darkened room. This home planetarium projects accurate maps of the stars, planets, galaxies, nebula, and more, as well as various space objects such as rockets and satellites. |
Van Gogh Sunflowers Silk Chiffon ScarfThis vibrant scarf is inspired by Vincent van Gogh’s Sunflowers. To Van Gogh, the sunflower (tournesol, in French, “turn to the sun”) symbolized gratitude. |
“Be Happy for This Moment” Gold BraceletThis stylish gold bracelet is etched with this succinct blessing from Omar Khayyam’s The Rubáiyát: “Be happy for this moment. This moment is your life.” Khayyam’s words are hand-cast on a 14-karat gold vermeil bangle. |
Color-Changing Fish UmbrellaThis fun and practical children’s umbrella is illustrated with fish whose colors appear on contact with water and disappear once the umbrella is dry. A colorful accessory, this umbrella is ideal for brightening up outings in the rain. |
Audubon Playing CardsThis is the perfect deck for any birdwatcher or novice birder, as well as a great teaching tool. All the cards in this deck feature birds painted by John James Audubon and licensed from the National Audubon Society. |
The Pigeon Reads a Book: 48-Piece PuzzleThis jigsaw puzzle features Pigeon, the beloved character from acclaimed children’s book author Mo Willems, proudly exclaiming, “I am a READER!” |
Match a Pair of Birds Memory GameThis fun memory game is an educational way to master a body of knowledge: how to identify both the male and female of a species. This is a quality product made to last, with bespoke illustration and sleek, stylish, and sturdy packaging. |
Huckleberry Pull HelicopterA beautifully designed toy for some old-school fun, this wooden pull helicopter will get kids off of devices and into the outdoors. Simply wind the launcher and pull to release the helicopter and watch it go flying. |
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.) |
Rainbow Fountain Pens for Every DayColor coding is an old-school method and a proven way to increase productivity. Use color to organize and prioritize a to-do list or to make any writing project more fun. |
Langston Hughes Necklace“We have tomorrow These poignant and inspirational words from the poet Langston Hughes (1901–1967) are stamped on three slender pendants (each 0.25" x 1.5") on this delicate yet modern necklace. |
“If You Have a Garden and a Library” Tea TowelThis stylish tea towel, part of a range of homeware designs launched at the renowned Royal Horticulture Show Chelsea in 2023, features a quote from Cicero: “If you have a garden and a library you have everything you need.” Sustainably printed in the UK on organic fabric using Azo dye-free pigment inks; OEKO-TEX certified to European REACH standards. |
Shakespeare’s Birds: 1,000-Piece PuzzleThe Bard knew his birds, and frequently referred to them in his works: sixty-four species are mentioned on 606 occasions across his poems and plays. This intricate circular puzzle, created by Rebecca Harris, celebrates the birds found throughout the works of William Shakespeare. Each box also includes a twelve-page guide to the birds of the Bard, which lays out the quotations from the plays and poems that mention each bird. |
The Tempest Bee Tea TowelThis charming tea towel, part of a line launched at the RHS Chelsea (The Royal Horticulture Society Chelsea Flower Show) in 2024, features an extract from one of Ariel’s songs in Shakespeare’s The Tempest. The tea towel measures 18.5" x 28.35" and is made of 100% natural organic cotton. |
Angler’s Gift Set This gift set is perfect for the angler and book-lover alike. It includes a hardcover copy of A Twitch Upon the Thread, an anthology of great writing about fishing, and a helpful fishing tool. The fishing tool is a stainless steel fish-shaped multi-tool that includes a pincer, nail clipper, knot tag crimper, knife, screwdriver, split ring opener, scissors, hook eye cleaner, and lanyard ring. |
Cyclist’s Gift Set This gift set includes one hardcover copy of Cyclogeography and one sixteen-in-one bike tool. Cyclogeography is about the bicycle in the cultural imagination and also a portrait of London as seen from the saddle. Informed by several grinding years spent as a bicycle courier, Jon Day lifts the lid on the solitary life of the messenger. This compact sixteen-in-one tool fits neatly in a backpack or saddle bag, so you’ll always be prepared for on-the-go bicycle repair. |
Instead of a Card Series
“A greeting that not only gives great pleasure but illuminates our lives—like a message in a bottle.”—Robert McCrum, writer and editor
Each pamphlet is gorgeous both inside and out, beautifully produced with a cardstock cover, Ex Libris bookplate, and a bookmark gift enclosure with space for an inscription to the recipient.
With a cover created by a leading contemporary artist and poems hand-picked to speak to every kind of reader, each “Instead of a Card” title offers a richly rewarding reading journey. Produced using biodegradable and sustainable materials.
Ten Poems about Journeys
Whether you’re a seasoned explorer or an armchair traveler, these poems offer the delight and excitement of being on the way to somewhere else.
Ten Poems about Walking
There seems to be a natural connection between walking and poetry. For William Wordsworth, the regular rhythm of walking was a stimulus to writing, and he said that “nine-tenths of my verses have been poured out in the open air.”
Ten Poems about Bees
Bees work hard, and there is something in their diligence that touches us. Most of us see only a fraction of their absorbing routines, but the “beelines” they make through our parks and gardens are more than enough to suggest their dedication.
Story Map of Ireland: 500-Piece Puzzle The Story Map of Ireland (1935) features historical facts about Éire’s major battles, discoveries, and cultural events; basic geographic details, including elevations, bodies of water, bays, counties, and towns; and intricate borders and title decorations adapted from the illuminated manuscripts The Book of Kells and Book of Mac Durnan. |
Classic Cookbook Covers: The puzzle features artist Richard Baker’s realistic paintings of classic cookbook covers. Each “book portrait” shows not only the original front cover in detail, but also signs of its passage through time—creases, worn bindings, and all. There are a few well-known classics included, but the charm of the puzzle is its unexpected range and eccentricity. |
The Dud Avocado NYRB Baseball Cap
A cap for the charmingly hapless main characters out there.
Inspired by novelist Elaine Dundy’s cult classic The Dud Avocado, this sleek new baseball cap captures the novel’s sparkling wit and intimacy. To wear it is to channel Sally Jay Gorce herself—a character with “the panache of Holly Golightly crossed with the naive knowingness of Holden Caulfield” (Boston Globe).
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