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2019 Year in Review: Celebrating Milestones
We have a lot to celebrate, both big and small. Here are a few notable moments from our 2019.
Easy DIY Holiday Wreaths
These holiday wreaths are so easy to do, and so inexpensive, we had to share a quick tutorial.
Holiday Shipping Deadlines 2019
Check our 2019 holiday order-by deadlines below to ensure your gifts arrive in time for the holidays!
Zoe AnDyke and Dustin Keegan: disc golf pros and Walnut Studiolo cribbage fans
Zoe and Dustin took a moment from the Canadian National tournament on Prince Edward Island to tell their story about growing their careers in professional disc golf, teaching others, and all the games of cribbage they played along the way.
Label leather drawer pulls and handles for super drawer organization
Announcing the extension of our monogramming / labeling service to our leather drawer pulls and handles for a superior storage organization solution.
Leather splitting: how cowhide is turned into full grain vs top grain vs genuine vs suede vs bonded leathers
Cowhide is the most common leather, with 67% of leather produced globally. In this post we'll explain the difference between the structures of cowhide leather: full grain, top grain, genuine, and bonded leathers.
Poll: What do you want to know about leather?
More than once, we've been surprised to find how little information there is about leather - as broadly diverse a natural material as fabric or wood. We can't wait to tell you more about it. What would you like to know?
Unique gifts for classic game lovers
As game lovers ourselves, we know what you want: Our games are handcrafted from all-natural materials like leather, wood, and metal for legit sustainability credentials and a vintage look; they're designed to fit in the palm of your hand; and they're lightweight enough for backpacking on the Appalachian Trail.
Roll the Dice on Life and Travel
Making decisions isn't always easy, and can sometimes lead to hours, even months, of deliberation. That's why when Isaac Stone Simonelli started to get the travel itch, he decided to take a radically different, and whimsical, approach to planning out his expedition.
Selecting a Special Anniversary Gift
The Emily Post guide to anniversary gifts has become to go-to standard for what category of gifts to give each year. The list includes two of our favorite materials - leather (year three) and wood (year five).
What Does Maker-Made Truly Mean?
In the past 10 years or so, maker-made items have become more readily available thanks in large part to sales sites like Etsy, and we think that’s pretty exciting. Makers have been making for as long as humans have been around. Not only because “makers gonna make†but also because people need a variety of items for everyday use and pleasure.
Expanding our monogramming options
You can personalize many of Walnut Studiolo's products with initials or a short message - and now we've expanded our Monogramming Program to give you more options for your personal messages.Â
A Holiday Primer on Whisky and Food Pairings
Create the perfect whisky pairing menu this holiday season with with these delicious ideas.
FAQ: How does vegetable-tanned leather do in the rain?
We use the same, high quality, vegetable-tanned leather that has always traditionally been used for equestrian sport, so it's a natural outdoor material (saddles, reins, bridles, etc). Our American vegetable-tanned leather is infused with waxes in the tannery to stand up to horse sweat, mud, and rain - in other words, just like riding a bicycle!
The Irish Pub Bike in Colombia
When Bogotá, Colombia bike manufacturer Donacleta was asked to design a special edition bike for an authentic Irish pub in Colombia, they immediately knew they had to incorporate some touches from Walnut Studiolo.
Classy Leather Gifts for Gentlemen
Gentlemen prefer quality, and our leather gifts crafted from high quality, American vegetable-tanned leather will fit the bill nicely. For the gentleman who has it all, read on for our best gift ideas for gentlemen:
These are a few of our favorite things: Maker Gifts
These are a few of our favorite things... gifts by makers and gifts for makers. Read more.
We're Moving!
After 6 successful years in Portland, we are excited to announce we are poised for growth and evolution in our new home on the Oregon Coast.
FAQ: Crafted by Hand or Machine Made?
Here are some tips for differentiating between hand-crafted, bench-made, and machine-made leather goods.
Gifts for Marijuana Appreciators
With our modern designs and natural materials like full grain leather, brass, and cork, your loved ones can get out from under the many stereotypes that come with their preferred method of recreation.
