{"title":"Books and Printed","description":"\u003cp\u003ePrint goods and books written by and about Walnut Studiolo, a handcrafted Oregon workshop. Bicycle art poster, leathercrafting how-to guides, gratitude calendars, and more. \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"18x24-art-poster-handbuilt-for-the-long-haul-leather-cycling-collection","title":"Art Poster","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOVERSTOCK SALE!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a world of computer imaging, it’s easy to mistake this layout as an elaborate photo shop project but this is an actual picture. Each item in the photo was meticulously laid out and photographed the old fashioned way, just as the products are made. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA collectible work of still-life art by award-winning photographer Jim Golden, this 18\" x 24\" poster is a collection of Walnut Studiolo products, tools, and workshop mementos. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTo us, this image represents the evolution of the modern small business: centered on the bicycle that started everything at Walnut Studiolo, the universe of products tools and products ripples outward.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFramed and hung on the wall, it represents the beauty of hand-built, old world craftsmanship, a gorgeous contrast between the cheerful blue background and the hand-dyed leather colors.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe back of the poster functions as a product key, identifying each product and providing a link for more information and photos of the process Jim Golden used to capture the photo. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFrame not included.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrinted on FSC-certified paper with post-consumer recycled content.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Walnut Studiolo Leather Bicycle Art Poster\" href=\"\/pages\/poster\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eabout the tools and products\u003c\/a\u003e in the photograph.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"How We Took the Walnut Studiolo Photograph Art Print with Jim Golden Behind the Scenes How the Birds Eye Collection Photo Gets Made\" href=\"https:\/\/walnutstudiolo.com\/blogs\/bloc\/behind-the-scenes-the-making-of-the-jim-golden-art-print\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehow this photograph was taken behind-the-scenes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePHOTOGRAPHY\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCredit to \u003ca title=\"Jim Golden Art Photography Portland Oregon\" href=\"https:\/\/jimgoldenstudio.com\/\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/jimgoldenstudio.com\/\"\u003eJim Golden\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca title=\"Erin Berzel Photographer Missoula Montana\" href=\"http:\/\/www.erinberzel.com\/\" data-mce-href=\"http:\/\/www.erinberzel.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eErin Berzel\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca title=\"Jon Schafer Graphic Designer Portland Oregon\" href=\"https:\/\/jonschafer.com\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/jonschafer.com\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWhy Hello There Graphic Design\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Walnut Studiolo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39610629357677,"sku":"HANDBUILTPOSTER","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0156\/2360\/products\/walnut-studiolo-art-art-poster-29041038721133.jpg?v=1762525420"},{"product_id":"idiots-guide-leather-crafts-how-to-book","title":"Leather Crafts - How-to Book - Written by Walnut Studiolo","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSOLD OUT AND OUT OF PRINT! \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFind the last copies used:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Idiot's Guide Leather Crafts Used Copies Indie Sellers\" href=\"https:\/\/www.abebooks.com\/Leather-Crafts-In-Depth-Information-Tools-Materials\/32132256659\/bd\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAbebooks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Idiot's Guide Leather Crafts on Amazon\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Leather-Crafts-Depth-Information-Techniques\/dp\/161564895X\/ref=sr_1_1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eAmazon\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Written and Signed by the Authors at Walnut Studiolo!*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCurious about leather crafting? Let us teach you how to create your own gorgeous leather projects with our glossy new leathercrafting book, published by DK Publishing as the newest addition to their how-to book series,\u003cem\u003e Idiot's Guide: Leather Crafts\u003c\/em\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eBack Story\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWalnut Studiolo owners Geoffrey and Valerie Franklin were approached by Alpha Books, a member of DK Publishing and the Penguin Group, to write a how-to guide. Over the following months, Geoff created 20 projects and 34 accompanying techniques, which Valerie wrote into step-by-step instructions. We also researched and wrote a primer to leather crafts, covering tools and material purchasing. Every step is accompanied with crisp photography by our favorite photographer, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/erinberzel.com\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eErin Berzel\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDK Publishing and \u003ca title=\"The Idiot's Guide series\" href=\"http:\/\/www.dk.com\/us\/idiots-guides\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ethe Idiot's Guide series\u003c\/a\u003e were a perfect partner for Walnut Studiolo's leathercrafting expertise. We have always admired the quality and quantity of imagery and photography used in DK books, and the how-to book know-how of the Idiot's Guide series was a neat and clean fit for our long-time desire to write a beginner's book on leathercrafting. The editing and design team was a delight to work with, and it ensured that this book was finished professionally. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe arranged the projects in order of difficulty, with beginner, intermediate, and advanced projects, such that each successive project builds on the techniques explored in the previous projects. If you like Walnut Studiolo's sense of design, you'll love poring through these pages! The 20 projects include modified versions of Walnut Studiolo favorites (including a \u003ca title=\"Leather Bicycle Mud Flaps\" href=\"https:\/\/walnutstudiolo.com\/products\/leather-bicycle-mud-flap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBicycle Mud Flap\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca title=\"Leather Drink Coasters\" href=\"https:\/\/walnutstudiolo.com\/products\/no-logo-leather-coasters\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDrink Coasters\u003c\/a\u003e), modern hipster goods (like a Mason Jar Sleeve and Leather Valet), and outstanding bag designs, including a convertible Tote Backpack and a lush Lineman's Bag. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe wrote this book, wishing we'd had it when we got started. There is very little on the market to help modern leathercrafters make clean-lined projects, and we were entirely self-taught.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eSigned by the Authors\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of the books sold here come signed by the authors, Walnut Studiolo's owner team Geoffrey and Valerie Franklin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you'd like a personalized dedication, please indicate your requested message in the \"Message to Seller\" box during checkout. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eOfficial Book Summary from the Publisher\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePart of the artisanal\/DIY movement is about authenticity and quality, with a return to simplicity, real values, genuine materials, and careful craftsmanship. Leather is one of those authentic materials, and while it has always been used for handbags and gloves, it’s enjoying a resurgence in the field of crafts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIdiot’s Guides: Leather Crafts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e offers 20 projects (illustrated with copious step-by-step photos), ranging from beginner to advanced, each one building on the skills that have been taught in prior projects. Unlike most existing books on leathercraft, which come with a heavy whiff of the ‘70s, this one has a sleek, modern aesthetic. The projects are functional, and the minimal, elegant embellishment and natural finishes will keep them timeless.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTips on selecting and purchasing the right leather for your project.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA primer on tools, hardware, and other materials you’ll need before you start.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEasy-to-follow lessons on cutting, punching, finishing, and stitching.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e20 unique and functional projects, including a bookmark, bracelet, wine tote, backpack, and more.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"width: 557px; overflow: hidden; font-family: Georgia, Verdana, Geneva, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;\" class=\"description-top\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; width: 557px; float: left; position: relative;\" class=\"text\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 80px 10px 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 18px; line-height: 21px; font-family: 'Jigsaw Regular', Arial, sans-serif;\" class=\"oneliner\"\u003eAuthors: Valerie Schafer Franklin and Geoffrey Franklin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 80px 10px 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 18px; line-height: 21px; font-family: 'Jigsaw Regular', Arial, sans-serif;\" class=\"oneliner\"\u003ePublisher: Alpha Books \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 80px 10px 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 18px; line-height: 21px; font-family: 'Jigsaw Regular', Arial, sans-serif;\" class=\"oneliner\"\u003eRelease Date: June 14, 2016\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 80px 10px 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 18px; line-height: 21px; font-family: 'Jigsaw Regular', Arial, sans-serif;\" class=\"oneliner\"\u003eFormat: 233 mm x 195 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 80px 10px 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 18px; line-height: 21px; font-family: 'Jigsaw Regular', Arial, sans-serif;\" class=\"oneliner\"\u003eFeatures: 192 pages, full color, paperback\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 80px 10px 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 18px; line-height: 21px; font-family: 'Jigsaw Regular', Arial, sans-serif;\" class=\"oneliner\"\u003eLanguage: English\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 80px 10px 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 18px; line-height: 21px; font-family: 'Jigsaw Regular', Arial, sans-serif;\" class=\"oneliner\"\u003ePrinted In: China\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 80px 10px 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 18px; line-height: 21px; font-family: 'Jigsaw Regular', Arial, sans-serif;\" class=\"oneliner\"\u003eISBN: 9781615648955\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Walnut Studiolo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":18301457861,"sku":"IGLEATHER-BOOK","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0156\/2360\/products\/walnut-studiolo-leathercrafting-leather-crafts-how-to-book-written-by-walnut-studiolo-29030919798893.png?v=1759251170"},{"product_id":"perpetual-gratitude-calendar","title":"Perpetual Gratitude Calendar (Digital Download)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA simple daily journal and monthly reflection space to cultivate gratitude, hand-drawn by the artists at Walnut Studiolo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis perpetual calendar is a digital download. It does not have days of the week and can be re-printed and used year-after-year and even started mid-year. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Gratitude Calendar was inspired by our personal daily meditative practice, which has been \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Link to references about the benefits of gratitude practice, mental and physical\" href=\"https:\/\/walnutstudiolo.com\/blogs\/blog\/introduction-to-gratitude-practice\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eproven\u003c\/a\u003e beneficial for both physical and mental health. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's simple: just find one thing to be grateful for each day and make a note of it. We explain it a little more inside, and share a lot more ideas in our blog post, \u003ca title=\"Blog Post: Introduction to Gratitude Practice\" href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/introduction-to-gratitude-practice\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eIntroduction to Gratitude Practice\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur calendar has soothing beach and forest photos taken from our environment on the North Oregon Coast and quotes for inspiration. It's also entirely written and drawn by hand, bringing a little human touch of art to the everyday. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's a little room for you to write a few words or a short phrase for each day, a reflection at the end of each month, and a page to reflect at the end of the year. How would you like to use that space?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a digital download, designed to print on US Letter size paper (8.5\" x 11\"). The download link includes two versions, for printing like a book or a wall hanging. \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Introduction to the Perpetual Gratitude Calendar\" href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/introducing-the-perpetual-gratitude-calendar\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLearn more about the Perpetual Gratitude Calendar features \u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u0026gt;\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDIGITAL PRODUCT CREATIVE COMMONS LICENSE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurchase of this digital product allows sharing for noncommercial use with attribution. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/walnutstudiolo.com\/products\/perpetual-gratitude-calendar\"\u003ePerpetual Gratitude Calendar\u003c\/a\u003e © 2025 by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/walnutstudiolo.com\"\u003eWalnut Studiolo\u003c\/a\u003e is licensed under \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-nc-nd\/4.0\/\"\u003eCC BY-NC-ND 4.0\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cimg style=\"max-width: 1em; max-height: 1em; margin-left: .2em;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/mirrors.creativecommons.org\/presskit\/icons\/cc.svg\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"max-width: 1em; max-height: 1em; margin-left: .2em;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/mirrors.creativecommons.org\/presskit\/icons\/by.svg\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"max-width: 1em; max-height: 1em; margin-left: .2em;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/mirrors.creativecommons.org\/presskit\/icons\/nc.svg\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"max-width: 1em; max-height: 1em; margin-left: .2em;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/mirrors.creativecommons.org\/presskit\/icons\/nd.svg\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePHOTOGRAPHY\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtwork, including calendar design and photography, copyright of Valerie Franklin, Walnut Studiolo.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Walnut Studiolo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49433039012152,"sku":"G-CALENDAR-PPL","price":2.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0156\/2360\/files\/IMG_2865LargesqIGfilter.jpg?v=1764779629"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0156\/2360\/collections\/walnut-studiolo-art-as-is-sale-art-poster-41268911210808.jpg?v=1774924457","url":"https:\/\/walnutstudiolo.com\/collections\/books-and-printed.oembed","provider":"Walnut","version":"1.0","type":"link"}