UPDATED 8/4/20. The COVID-19 pandemic is creating big changes everywhere we look. We want to help. Here’s how we’re doing our part, plus some thoughtful hopes for the future.… Read More A Note from Walnut on COVID-19 and the National Emergency
We know it’s unusual — and annoying — to start talking about the holidays in mid-October.
But we think you’ll want the extra time to make sure your holiday purchases arrive in time … especially if you’re ordering internationally from the US. … Read More 10 Good Reasons to Shop Online Early for the Holidays in 2020
On October 13, 2020, the World Trade Organization gave the European Union permission to impose tariffs on up to $4 billion worth of American products. For Walnut Studiolo customers in Europe, this could mean certain items will be more expensive after the Nov 3 election. … Read More How European tariffs could impact Walnut Studiolo purchases for our European customers
How many times should you shuffle a deck of playing cards? … Read More How many times to shuffle playing cards
We love to hear when our clever customers find a new way to use our products. One satisfied customer sent us an alternate way to sew on the City Grips that he found easier.… Read More Alternate Way to Install City Grips
We are delighted to introduce our 2nd new shop assistant of the year, Best the retired stud cat.… Read More Meet Best, Our 2nd Shop Cat
Announcing the return of The UpCycle Cage, a limited edition adjustable size bicycle bottle cage made from recycled Klean Kanteens and leather. … Read More Return of “The UpCycle Cage”
Part of the joy in stitching on leather bar wraps yourself is in choosing a stitch pattern. Stitch patterns can be neat and minimal or an elaborate detail that expresses personality on your bicycle. In this post, we’ll explore some of the stitch patterns our customers have done.… Read More Stitch Patterns for Sew-on Leather Bar Wraps
How to use knot tying techniques to leather bar wraps with natural twine, hemp, or waxed thread… Read More Complete leather bar wraps with natural twine, jute or waxed thread for a vintage finish detail
Every effort we can take, no matter how small, is worthy in trying to tackle the biggest challenge of our generation: Climate Change. We think about sustainability in everything we do. In this post, we’ll go through some of the efforts we’re taking to be an eco-friendly small business you can be proud to work with.… Read More Eco friendly and carbon-neutral shopping: showcasing our sustainability efforts
Chicago-area interior designer Two Hands Interiors turned an unfinished basement into a classy entertainment room with clever ceiling treatments, and warm materials like wood and leather. … Read More Designer Profile: Two Hands Interiors Favors Patina Over Perfection in Classy Basement Entertainment Room
