A trusty companion for the slow and thoughtful home and the inner utilitarian in us all, The Kaufmann Mercantile Guide: How to Split Wood, Shuck an Oyster and Master Other Simple Pleasures allows you to experience the singular satisfaction of doing it yourself. Each project, whether caring for cast iron or planting with the seasons, is supplemented with expert tips to inspire and empower. Organized into five sections—Kitchen, Outdoors, Home, Gardening, and Grooming—the comprehensive guide features detailed instructions and original artwork for tasks both simple, such as brewing the perfect cup of coffee, and exploratory, such as fording a stream and reading the sky. Accompanying the how-tos are tried-and-true products selected from the Kaufmann Mercantile store that not only help one get the job done but are also a joy to use.
As editors Alexandra Redgrave and Jessica Hundley describe in the introduction, "This book began out of a curiosity for how we grow, build, and craft the world around us. We discovered that there's an art to a simple task done well - it calls for consideration and creativity, the rolling up of sleeves, and the digging into of details. It means getting messy, and, perhaps, messing up. In our world of modern convenience, doing it yourself is immensely rewarding. And so, consider the book in your hands as a starting point. We hope you, like us, find inspiration in these pages to experiment, to investigate, to create, and to enlighten your everyday."
Roger Vivier was the pioneer in designing stiletto heels in 1954, to complement Christian Dior's Collection. He designed remarkable styles in shoes ranging from flattering vinyl thigh-high boots, as well as low-heel, square-toe pumps. His innovations transformed traditional techniques to create stunning designs. This master of frivolity is known as the King of the Heel. 60 illustrations.
Assouline began with an idea and a belief: the first, a notion that beauty, perfected, has meaning that is capable of transforming our lives; and the second, that a book—artfully crafted and highly considered in its visual content—can open our eyes and minds.
Something different in tabletop! Whimsical designs that cross the world. From Asian flair to the Jungles of Africa, these are all fun, all unique, all playful! Rich caviar pebble texture and exciting patterns make these easy indoor-outdoor placemats your go-to for everyday breakfasts & dinners to dinner parties and galas. With their signature patterns on the front and off-white on the back, Nicolette Mayer Placemats elevate any table.
Pebbled Vinyl Placemat - Completely Wipeable - Indoor/Outdoor Use - Made In The USA