Today I’m partnering up with a favorite brand of mine, Kaufmann Mercantile. I wanted to share a couple of peeks into my home with some of the products I have (and love) from them. As you know, I’m a huge believer in decorating with a few of the latest trends combined with built-to-last key pieces. And that’s where Kaufmann Mercantile comes in; they pretty much define the “well-made classic” category.
Their product assortment has this amazing, vintage + minimalist vibe, which is right up my alley. Clean design and muted color tones, combined with striking design. They believe that products should be made to love and last a lifetime, rather than clutter a landfill. The company’s product ethos lies in choosing only the best products and creating its own when the best in unavailable.
Here are some glimpses around the Copy Cat Chic household where we have some Kaufmann Mercantile products.
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What’s not to love about a 100% Australian Merino wool blanket? They’re super durable, they regulate your temperature and this great vintage-style design fits in almost anywhere. The design of these blankets goes back to 1855.
I love a durable, classic white bowl in the kitchen. They’re so versatile, whether you’re mixing or serving, these bowls make it look good 😉 The bowls are made by the company Mason Cash which has been around since the 1800s. Now that’s a classic!
How often do you see a fly swatter featured on a blog? Not very often I tell you 😉 This is such a quality product with a lot of thought that went into the design, which is ironic considering its purpose. Oh well, I believe that every, little thing in your home should make you happy – from fly swatter to sofa! These fly swatters are sourced from Ohio Amish country.
When I first set eyes on this adorable lighthouse block set, I was puzzled. It seemed like such an exorbitant price. But I kept going back to it and just admiring the clean design and appeal. Finally I just had to have it and I haven’t regretted it since. My kids love playing with it and creating their own imaginary scenarios. AND it’s one of the few toys of theirs that I actually really enjoy looking at. It’s made in Norway from solid FSC-certified beechwood.
This simple striped 100% cotton woven blanket makes a perfect sofa cover for sure, but don’t be fooled, it’s at home pretty much everywhere over her. We’ve used it as a bed blanket, a picnic blanket and even as a big play tent. Super versatile and great quality, and not too heavy. I could see it making a great window curtain or even shower curtain. hey are made by only 3 employees working in the Amana village in Iowa (where the blankets originated back in 1855), a National Historic Landmark.
Sebastian Kaufmann, the founder, started Kaufmann Mercantile with one simple mission: to change the way people purchase products for a slower, more thoughtful life. He started with only eight high-quality products, and now their product assortment numbers over a thousand, all approved by Sebastian. I had a chance to ask Sebastian a few questions about Kaufmann Mercantile and their future:
1. What recent product are you most excited about and why?
I’m really excited about a book we are publishing with Princeton Architectural Press “The Kaufmann Mercantile Guide: How to Split Wood, Shuck an Oyster, and Master Other Simple Pleasures.” This has been an exciting collaboration between editors Alex Redgrave, Kaufmann Mercantile’s editorial director, Jessica Hundle, and me. The book was created out of curiosity – how we grow, build and craft the world around us. It’s a trusty companion that empowers readers with forty-eight how-tos spanning five categories, including Kitchen, Outdoors, Home, Garden, and Grooming, on everything from caring for cast iron pans to mastering a basic knot. Each step-by-step project includes suggested tools that can help one get the job done, whether a dibber for planting or authentic BBQ smoking bags for the grill.
2. What products or partnerships do you have coming soon that we should look forward to? We launch new products on the site every week and each one is special, but our new book “The Kaufmann Mercantile Guide: How to Split Wood, Shuck an Oyster, and Master Other Simple Pleasures,” which is now available for pre-order truly has something for everyone.
We’re also almost ready to share an exciting project that we’ve been keeping under wraps. You can be the first to know by signing up at Kaufmann-Mercantile.com.
3. What’s your most popular current product?
Our most popular current product is the Satin-Finish Business Card Holder. The all-brass business card holder with copper and nickel plate is available in either silver or gold finish. Meant to withstand daily use, the nickel coating has a high hardness (almost as hard as steel) that is most commonly applied to kitchen utensils, bathroom fixtures, electrical and mechanical tools as well as office equipment. Beyond the surface, this business card holder also facilitates graceful networking, thanks to its hinged lid, which automatically lifts and separates a single card from the pack. A mirror on the interior of the lid provides the opportunity for a sly teeth or lipstick check. You can also store your credit cards and a few money bills in the case, when you want to pare down for an evening out. It also makes for a wonderful gift.
4. If you could open a KM store anywhere in the US which city would you choose and why?
I would open it in New York or the west coast, in LA, SF, or Portland since it would give me a good reason to travel more to this part of the country. I lived in California for eight years and I miss it.
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