Twelve gifts under the counter we keep reaching for
Stumped on a present? Here is the short list we hand to anyone who walks in looking for help, from little thank-yous to the real showstoppers.
Notes from the hall
The journal
Gift ideas, maker stories, and small ways to make the everyday a little better. These are sample articles to show the layout.
More from the journal
A morning at Pike Clay Studio
We spent a morning with Rowan watching mugs take shape, from a lump of clay to the shelf.
A five-minute seasonal home refresh
Small swaps that make a room feel new without a single trip to the hardware store.
How to spend a slow weekend downtown
Coffee, the market, a long browse, and the best bench to sit on when your feet give out.
Five pantry picks worth the detour
The jams, honey, and spice blends that quietly disappear from our own kitchens.
How to care for handmade stoneware
A few easy habits to keep your favorite mug looking good for years.
The art of the last-minute gift
How to walk in with no idea and walk out a hero, in under ten minutes.
More than a read
Come see it on the shelf.
Everything we write about is in the shop. Come browse the real thing, or sign up for the occasional shop note.