Ikenobo Hand-Forged Flower Scissors

Ikenobo Hand-Forged Flower ScissorsHandmade and sharpened in Banshu, Japan, these flower scissors are crafted from specialised steel, traditionally used to create Japanese Katana swords. The Ikebana basami style scissors are traditionally used for flower arranging and cutting grasses. Their sharp blades are set at an acute angle to cleanly cut flowers without damaging the plant fibre.

presented in the brand’s signature attaché case of hand-bound green leather with a black suede lining

this one from Riviere easily fits a standard-sized square tissue box

Giberto’s Murrina amber press papier is hand-blown by skilled artisans in specialised Venetian furnaces to create its distinctive spherical shape

Using a preserved family mixture of algae and egg yolk

This analogue quartz chess clock

waterproof and scratch-proof resin – place it in the center of your desk as a smooth base for writing or drawing

yet elegant utensil crafted from weighty sand-cast solid brass

resulting in an elegant anchor for your table settings

This fountain pen is handcrafted from grenadilla wood with an elegant filigree groove and platinum-plated silver parts

The joyful palette of colours and organic shapes is designed to be mixed and matched

Display it in a hallway or console table as an intriguing conversation piece

This navy and white tablecloth is made in the US from overlocked linen with a merrowed edge