In this post, we introduce furoshiki, the Japanese art of knotting and folding cloth into protective wrappings and bags. It’s not only beautiful, it’s a more sustainable way to present gifts than disposable paper – and it can be done with something we probably all have in our houses, the mighty bandana!

We explore the history of soldier pocket games - what games they played and what they looked like - and how it inspired modern pocket game designs. A pocket-sized game was kept in most soldier’s packs, good for morale. But games also became a part of the war effort, used for spycraft, training and communications. And the war evolved and innovated our favorite games.

Creators, influencers, and fans can now earn discounts and even money on referrals to Walnut Studiolo! In this post, we explain what this means, and why we're doing it.

UK-based designer Studio Killian-Dawson creates rich historic interiors using authentic antiques and craftsmanship. Learn why they chose Walnut Studiolo's craftsman-made leather handles for a Scottish castle remodel of stone church turned family home in Georgia!

New product announcement! Introducing a creative new classic game design from Walnut Studiolo for travel: folding leather backgammon board with all the accessories: dice, doubling cube, and pegs for secure play.

These are our simplified rules of play for learning backgammon, an ancient board game that still brings a lot of modern fun, particularly with the addition of the American doubling cube!

It’s getting harder to tell where something is really coming from when you order online! In this post, we’ll share our sources, tips, and lists for finding awesome stuff that is actually made in America.

Brass and leather are two natural materials that go together beautifully, and even a little tarnish is nothing to worry about. If you wish, you can return brass to its original natural shine easily and quickly with a cleaning product like Brasso.

Listen to Walnut Studiolo co-owner Valerie Schafer Franklin on the 621st episode of the popular podcast How I Built This with Guy Roz. -- and learn more what it was like behind-the-scenes!