Be the Best Guest

- Dimensions: 4" x 6" postcards, set of 13

- We've created an exclusive set of postcards featuring all thirteen images from our Block Island Summer photography collection. Shot on 35-millimeter film by the late Klaus Gemming in 1970 and 1971, these black and white images beautifully capture the universal joys of summer and the unique character of pristine Block Island.

- The set incorporates the iconic typography and graphics from the beloved and now out-of-print book that Gemming published with his wife Elizabeth, Block Island Summer. Our collection includes the most iconic images from the title. 

- An ideal summer souvenir, it's also the perfect gift for all who love this "sandy little place" and the simple joys of summertime. Each card is titled and printed on luxe paper.

- Gemming (1928-2004) was a German immigrant who began his career in book design. Shortly after his arrival in Manhattan in 1956, he met his wife Elizabeth, a native New Yorker and Wellesley graduate, with whom he had two daughters. Beginning in the late 1960’s, the family began vacationing on Block Island, then a relatively remote destination, located approximately 9 miles from the coast of mainland Rhode Island. The Gemmings were enchanted with the island’s unspoiled landscape– its pristine beaches, Victorian architecture, and storied lighthouses– as well as its simple pleasures: lemonade stands, beach walks, and bike rides. Inspired by the locale’s natural beauty, Klaus found an outlet for a burgeoning career in photography, capturing the spirit of these summers on black and white film. In 1972, Chatham Press published Block Island Summer, featuring photographs by Klaus and text by Elizabeth. Though now out of print, the book remains a cult favorite, coveted by generations of summer visitors, islanders, and all who appreciate the splendor of the season. Together with the Gemming estate, our studio is proud to offer an exclusive, framed giclée print series of the book's most special images. 

- All images copyright Klaus Gemming, exclusively represented by Tori Jones Studio.

- Dimensions: 6" x 4.5"

- Made by hand in Madrid, no two of these marbleized notebooks are the same, each a completely unique work of art.

- Hand sewn bindings keep thick cream pages securely in place.

- We love giving these one-of-a-kind treasures as gifts. They make a beautiful sketchbook, journal, or simply the chicest to-do list out there.

- These are handmade items with variations that are part of their inherent beauty. Please see our detailed photos.

- Dimensions: 8.25" x 10"

- Nestled in the heart of Tokyo’s Ginza shopping district, Gekkoso is a specialty stationery and art supply shop, founded in 1917.

- Known for its quality, Gekkoso’s extra thick paper is ideal for watercolors, gouaches, pastels, and colored pencils. Choose from covers in the most perfect shades of green, blue, or yellow.

- The simple pleasures of summer were at the top of our mind when dreaming up our must-have items for our shop. These colorful sketchbooks can be tucked into a backpack or beach bag, the perfect companion for sketching and memory collecting.

- These sketchbooks are newly made in Japan. Available in multiples.

- Dimensions: 8.25" x 5.75"

- Made by hand in Madrid, no two of these marbleized notebooks are the same, each a completely unique work of art.

- Hand sewn bindings keep thick cream pages securely in place.

- We love giving these one-of-a-kind treasures as gifts. They make a beautiful sketchbook, journal, or simply the chicest to-do list out there.

- These are handmade items with variations that are part of their inherent beauty. Please see our detailed photos.

- Dimensions: 8.25" x 10"

- Nestled in the heart of Tokyo’s Ginza shopping district, Gekkoso is a specialty stationery and art supply shop, founded in 1917.

- Known for its quality, Gekkoso’s extra thick paper is ideal for watercolors, gouaches, pastels, and colored pencils. Choose from covers in the most perfect shades of green, blue, or yellow.

- The simple pleasures of summer were at the top of our mind when dreaming up our must-have items for our shop. These colorful sketchbooks can be tucked into a backpack or beach bag, the perfect companion for sketching and memory collecting.

- These sketchbooks are newly made in Japan. Available in multiples.

- Dimensions: 4.5" tall x 2.75" diameter

- A modern take on a vintage classic, these hobnail glasses are individually handblown using a centuries-old technique by artisans in the Czech village of Harrachov, the glassmaking capital of the world.

- From minimal to elegant, edgy to refined, these glasses work with any table setting and feel great to hold.

- Sold as a set of 6.

- Coordinating pitcher available here. 

-Care: Suitable for dishwasher use on the delicate wash cycle.

- Please note: these are newly made pieces, crafted by hand.

- Dimensions: 11" tall x 4.5" base diameter

- A modern take on a vintage classic, this hobnail pitcher is handblown using a centuries-old technique by artisans in the Czech village of Harrachov, the glassmaking capital of the world.

- We love this pitcher for water, wine, juice, and flowers.

-Coordinating tumblers available here.

-Care: Suitable for dishwasher use on the delicate wash cycle.

- Please note: this is a newly made piece, crafted by hand. Multiples are available. 

- Dimensions: 2" x 6" 

- This Klizia stapler takes the prize for our favorite desk accessory: glossy colors, streamlined design, and a touch of whimsy. Plus, it feels great in your hand.

- Each stapler is made by a small family-owned company based outside of Parma, Italy. The glossy color is powder-coated enamel, ensuring durability. 16 sheet capacity.

- Each stapler comes with a pack of 1000 staples.

- Please note that the Klizia 97 is not compatible with standard staples. Additional packs of Klizia staples are sold separately and available here.

- Dimensions: 6" x 4.5"

- Made by hand in Madrid, no two of these marbleized notebooks are the same, each a completely unique work of art.

- Hand sewn bindings keep thick cream pages securely in place.

- We love giving these one-of-a-kind treasures as gifts. They make a beautiful sketchbook, journal, or simply the chicest to-do list out there.

- These are handmade items with variations that are part of their inherent beauty. Please see our detailed photos.

- Dimensions: 8.5" x 10.5" x 1.25" 

- This handsome volume invites readers on an intimate stroll through centuries of jewelry, botany, drawing, prints, video-game imagery and scientific illustrations, offering a primer on the beauty and ingenuity of nature as reflected in art.

- Five contributions punctuate the visually structured journey, including a previously unpublished leporello by the late artist Etal Adnan that pulls out into a six-page gatefold. Indeed, this book-as-object is a masterpiece in and of itself, featuring a cover infused with fluorescent and silver inks, in addition to eight pages of sumptuous endpapers printed in deep forest green.

- Artists and designers include: Noyubushi Araki, Emile Gallé, Joan Fontcuberta, Christian Dior, Claude Monet, Sarah Bernhardt, Eugène Delacroix, Giuseppe Arcimboldo, Anna Atkins, Gustave Courbet, Henri Cartier-Bresson, René Lalique, Georgia O'Keeffe, Otto Dix, Robert Mapplethorpe and Yves Saint-Laurent.

- Please note: this is a new book. Multiples are available. Please see our detailed photos.

- Dimensions: 20” x 20”

- Made in Ethiopia, these beautiful napkins are made from hand-spun cotton and accented with hand-stitched detailing.

- Each napkin is made by local Ethiopian artisans using natural materials, traditional weaving methods, AZO-free dyes, and fair trade policies.

- Sold individually.

- Care instructions: machine wash on gentle cycle, hang to dry.

- Dimensions: 4.7" x 4.7" 

- These mouth-blown, handcrafted hurricanes make a chic addition to any coffee table, bookshelf, or tablescape. Their sleek form makes them ideal for adding into the mix of a modern or traditional home, from city loft to beachside cottage.

- Subtle veining in the translucent glass allows candlelight to flicker through when paired with a tea light or pillar candle. 

- We also love using these as vessels for favorite collections of sea glass, pebbles, shells or as a catchall for kitchen utensils, flatware, even paint brushes and pencils. 

- This is a newly made item, multiples are available. Pair with our Large Hurricane Vase for a collected look.