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How To Build A Stylish Home Office
…e bottom grippy and textured, so it stays in place and where you need it. Grovemade Walnut Laptop Stand Your laptop stand is the centerpiece of your desk, it’s what a great desk setup builds around. And you won’t find a more elegant and beautiful object to inspire your new look than this walnut stand from Grovemade. Handmade in their Portland workshop, it’s a sight to behold. With its smooth and clean lines, and soft to touch, the craftsmanship i…
Our Favorite US Makers (Part 1)
…admiring glances wherever you roam. . . . . . . . Grovemade Portland-based Grovemade was founded in 2009 by two friends who wanted to “make cool stuff and have fun doing it”. Today a team of 20 handcrafts Grovemade’s modern and minimalist pieces, which include stylish phone cases, pared-back pocket knifes, wallets and key rings among their carry range. . . . . . . . Bexar Goods Co. Founded by two brothers and their cousin, Bexar Goods Co. is an ad…
Best New Gear: December 2019
…ture-wicking and odor resistant, it’s sustainable active style in one. EDC Grovemade Titanium Pen Welcome a suave new piece to your EDC or work desk with Grovemade’s Titanium Pen. The raw finish showcases the lightweight pen’s facets and machined details. Elegant, durable and practical, it’s available by itself or can be partnered with a pen stand in maple or walnut. James° + AETHER: The EDC Kit The James Brand and Aether’s goal with this collab w…
Week In Review ~ 4 May
…ck a first aid kit too for patching up admirers. Stylish gadget carry from Grovemade If you like warm wood tones and tough tech protection, Grovemade’s new iPad and MacBook sleeves may find themselves slipping into your tech carry collection. Constructed by hand and available in a choice of Eastern hardrock maple or Oregon black walnut veneer, the sleeves are geometrically contoured and lined with German wool to give your gadget a soft and secure…
Week In Review ~ 6 September
…finding ones that look good without skimping on the functionality. The new Grovemade Key Ring nails the challenge, combining both tools into an elegantly simple and practical item. Available in stainless steel with a raw or black oxide finish as well as brass, this tough tool is designed to take daily use in its stride, developing an attractive patina with use. The Key Ring comes with a stainless steel braided cable for holding your keys but will…
Best EDC Finalists: Fourth Annual Carry Awards
…important call. _________________________________________________________ Grovemade Key Ring There is no shortage of EDC tools offering the benefits of both a key ring and bottle opener, but the Grovemade Key Ring provides both these features in an elegant and durable form that’s hard not to like. It’s designed to hook onto a belt loop but its compact size makes it suitable for pocket carry too. Plus you can suit your own style with titanium, bra…
Week In Review ~ 12 June
…t and foremost a tool. But there’s no reason that tool can’t be beautiful. Grovemade’s new release is practical art for your pocket, taking inspiration from the Japanese Higonokami and designed for everyday use. Made in the USA, the Grovemade Pocket Knife features a single-piece core of machined 303 stainless steel complemented by a choice of Maple or Walnut wood. The blade is premium Elmax steel and the knife remains open during use through a com…
The Best Men’s Slim Wallets Worthy of your EDC
…zes to suit different currencies, you get a wallet tailored to your needs. Grovemade Minimalist Wallet (US$ 99) Looking for a minimalist design with eye-catching looks and a durable build? This attractive offering from Grovemade is well worth considering. Featuring an appealing contrast of anodized aluminum and vegetable-tanned leather, the Minimalist Wallet fits around five cards and some folded bills and weighs 1.8 oz (51g). Tailfeather Finch (R…
Best New Gear: September 2017
…ombination tanned leather, the wallets will be available in November 2017. Grovemade Minimalist Tough Case Tough phone cases often sacrifice style in the quest for durability. But Grovemade follow a different path with their Minimalist Tough Case. The case is shatterproof, shock-absorbing and lightweight, combining an aluminum frame and elastomer bumper that provides solid protection with sleek aesthetics. Your phone can be slid easily in and out…
Best New Gear: November 2019
…carry pocket clip that can be swapped out for an included lanyard insert. Grovemade Task Knife Art meets function in Grovemade’s Task Knife. An attractive display piece that also performs as a daily blade for day-to-day tasks. The Task Knife comes in a choice of raw stainless steel, matte black ceramic coated stainless steel, and raw brass. And it can be paired with an optional hardwood stand to create an eye-catching set for your desk. Chiseled…
Best New Gear: February 2020
…designed for reliable performance on work and leisure trips alike. Office Grovemade Matte Desk Pad Grovemade’s Matte Desk Pads not only help protect your desk, but provide organizational areas to keep your workspace tidy. The pads are made from natural linoleum, very different from synthetic linoleum. The natural linoleum is made from linseed oil, pine rosin, wood flour and calcium carbonate, providing durability, resistance to fingerprints, and…
Best New Gear: April 2020
…r that’s designed to last up to ten times longer than traditional leather. Grovemade Desk Notebook Great for jotting down notes at your work desk but equally adept at holding to-do lists or capturing ideas while you’re out and about, Grovemade’s Desk Notebook is a smart and practical addition for your EDC/work setup. Created through a collaboration with Pacific & West, the notebook has a lay-flat brass disc binding system and can fold over on itse…
11 Best Desk Trays for Your Home Office in 2020
…holds your smartphone, keeping the rest of the tray free for other items. Grovemade Desk Tray (US$80) Smart in style and versatile in design, Grovemade’s Desk Tray neatly stores a variety of items thanks to four easy-access compartments. It’s crafted in Portland, Oregon with an attractive combination of solid cork and an aluminum base. The cork is dyed by hand with Japanese calligraphy ink and provides a soft, protective home for your desk essent…
Best EDC Finalists – The Eighth Annual Carry Awards
…RFID-blocking wallet excels at keeping pocket bulk down in elegant style. Grovemade Titanium Pen An EDC setup isn’t really complete without a pen by your side. And there’s no reason that pen can’t bring an element of luxury to your setup. Grovemade’s Titanium Pen looks equally impressive on executive desks or jotting down to-do lists at home or on the go. Made in the USA, the pen’s clean form is complemented by a strong yet lightweight titanium c…
Best New Gear: August 2020
…er coming in and this has 60 gram filling of that magic fluff. Home/Office Grovemade Hardwood Desk Accessories It seems like everyone I know is paying attention to their desk setup, trying to get things dialed in just right. Grovemade has a new selection of pen cups, dishes and planters crafted out of solid maple wand walnut, and lined with aluminum and cork, to liven up and organize where you’ll be spending most of your day. Adventure Wolf and Gr…
Awesome Gifts from Artisan and Maker Brands
…handcrafted, USA-made wallet uses top-quality Horween Chromexcel leather. Grovemade Black Pen (US$60) Looking for a practical EDC pen that’s eye-catching and built to last? The Grovemade Black Pen is a fine choice. It has a single-piece body precision machined in the USA from solid aluminum, with a ceramic coating for a matte black finish. Three facets prevent the pen from rolling on flat surfaces, while also providing a comfortable grip for easy…
Best New Gear | June 2021
…it different trips, allowing you to take more or less gear as needed. Work Grovemade Brass and Hardwood Desk Accessories We’re still in the early days of the return to the office, so now’s a great time to spruce up that home setup. Grovemade has released a new collection of brass and hardwood desk accessories. They’re all made in their own Portland, OR factory from American Black Walnut wood. The collection includes two planters with a removable b…
Best Accessory :: Third Annual Carry Awards
…es, cards, cash and a key from whatever mother nature can throw at them. – Grovemade Walnut Sleeves There are not many brands that manage to combine beauty and geekery the way Grovemade do. Taking the playfulness of Maker culture, and adding in a refined design eye, they repeatedly stoke us with their carry and work accessories. Their Walnut Sleeves take a rigid bamboo, and through faceted laser-cut patterning add just enough flex to help it bend…
Staff Picks: Work from Home Essentials
…So I like a good pen by my workstation. And there’s nothing quite like the Grovemade Titanium Pen. The weight and handfeel are perfect. The look is clean and classic. The Schmidt P8126 rollerball writes super smoothly. And the weighted stand makes it a real show piece, upping anyone’s desk game a few notches. All handmade in Portland, USA, by a brand that’s incredible at rethinking office and daily gear. I highly recommend! Work-from-home tips Exe…
Week In Review ~ 7 February
…ls, you probably appreciate a wallet that follows the same philosophy. The Grovemade Brass Minimalist Wallet is such a wallet. Suitable for cards, ID and some cash, the wallet keeps pocket bulge at bay with its pared-down and elegant design. Made from solid brass and vegetable-tanned leather, the wallet has a back window that allows cards to be pushed forward in order to easily remove the top card. Vintage style for today’s traveler Whether you’re…
Week In Review ~ 4 October
…e simple into your EDC Desperate to declutter your pocket carry? The new Grovemade Minimalist Wallet is designed to do exactly that, getting back to basics and a simpler state of carrying just the essentials. The wallet holds up to five cards, as well as some folded bills, with a window on the back so the cards can be pushed forwards for fast removal of the top card. Crafted with an anodized aluminum frame, a concealed steel faceplate and a choi…
The Most Popular Gear of 2020
…nd more. It also folds compactly and is easy to carry with you every day. Grovemade Titanium Pen This handsome EDC pen is precision machined from solid titanium in Portland and made for a lifetime of trusty use. Smart enough for boardrooms, tough enough for daily use, and well-designed for practical use, it has three facets for a comfortable grip and to prevent rolling on surfaces. An easy, one-handed twist action reveals the tip. Bellroy Tech Ki…
Best New Gear | February 2022
…magnetic shield to protect other items you may have in your pocket. Office Grovemade Wood and Leather Mouse Pads The Portland, OR-based home office goods company has been on a tear in the past few years, fueled no doubt by the increase in professionals working at home. They just launched their new beautiful wood and leather mouse pads. The pads have a supple vegetable-tanned leather top, an aluminum center for reinforcement and weight, and a cushi…