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honorfallen · 5 years ago

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The need for a draught

A few swings of his broom and the goose finally began to vacate the doorway of the haberdashery, giving a final rebellious honk until another tap from the brush warded it off for good. Duard cleared his throat as the white-feathered beast waddled away towards the Lion’s Rest or wherever it saw fit.

The door slammed behind him after he re-entered the small shop. He shoved the broom next to the doorway, the loud wooden thump sounding off the man’s frustration knowing that he would need to fetch it again because of that goose. His fingers scratched at the side of his face, agitated. There was no itching feeling, but he just needed to scratch--

The damned thing is just going to come back. I should just kill it. Just grab the knife next time... or better yet, the daggers~

Duard’s left hand tilted towards his face and he glared carefully at his palm. Fingers began to flex a few times to estimate the strength of his grip. He brushed his palm with his right finger to feel where the calluses would be: softening up. These hands were forgetting what it felt like to hold daggers. They quivered, begging for the action once more. Please, for old time’s sake--

No. Now in place of the daggers were quills and paper, cloth and leather. The careful precision that once targeted hearts, spines, throats, and arteries now focused on more delicate crafts. More productivity and legitimate work, but the distractions were worsening. A tiresome issue, but one he shouldn’t have to deal with for long. He would receive his much-delayed draughts soon enough, and then things would be better, again. Until then, just deal with it...

Duard approached the counter, leather furs, and buckles strewed into several messy piles. In the middle of the table was a half-assembled handbag; it’s partially sewn edge patiently waiting to be finished, hopefully with no further disturbances. Taking the crafting awl into his hand, he ran the needled tip across the bag, browsing for the ideal place to puncture...

A bead of sweat began to form on the side of his forehead as he readied himself to cleanly gouge a vital area-- just like a kill spot.

Hmm.. the Jugular, heart, or the kidney...?

With a quick thrust, the pop from piercing the leather was satisfying. Lips turned into a frown.

The memory of the taste of blood made him wince. It was guilt.

The sweet buttery flavor. The nectarous scent.

This awl would still do great for a single jab in a throat; a fountain of candied red is so easy to create. All that also came with the melody of adrenaline-filled hearts beating faster combined with the wailing screams of the poor creature: music to his ears.

Prestissimo. Prestissimo.

His own heart beat harder and faster as it sank into his chest. The bead of sweat finally sliding down his cheek. His hands first clenched the side of his head to squeeze the horrible thoughts away, then they moved to cover his face in shame for having them in the first place.

This is not me. I’m better, now. I’m better.

Suddenly, a footstep creaked the store’s old floorboards-- a change in the air snapped him from his suffering. The smell of someone else was in the room. But where? His back tightened, feeling the presence of the intruder directly behind him.

Duard twisted backwards and grabbed the shirt collar of the intruder, slamming him into the wall. He held the awl at the man’s throat.

An angry voice yelled out. “Firelord’s flaming farts-- what are ye doin’?! Put me down!” Large beard, weird expletives being shouted about, bald as sin-- it was not just any man or stranger. Oddly enough, a friend; one he was waiting for who was very, very late.

Duard took a deep breath and held it, trying to kill his adrenaline by suffocating it. With one hand, he realized had his associate lifted up entirely off the ground, pinned to the wall. The other hand was ready to take another life.

Human-limited strength returned to Duard at the same rate as his clarity, dropping Bordus onto the ground.

“You know not to sneak up on me,” Duard said and he rolled his eyes.

“Sneakin’?!” The dwarf clenched both of his fists and released them into the air as he exclaimed, “How coulda ye missed me walkin’ in, even if ye been screwin’ around chasin’ that bird I’m nae that small that ye dinna see m--”

“Do you have it?” Duard interrupted. Pacing the floor helped continue recollecting himself. Patience was a virtue that was becoming unaffordable.

“-- if ya told me ya were good as huntin’ as ya claim, I’d never believe ye! Ye got tha instincts of a thousand year ol’ geriatric swine whose senses ben dulled from smellin’ Deathwin’s arse all day!” It felt like at least a minute of Bordus going on with a performative outrage.

“For fuck’s sake!” Such vulgarity rarely spilled from Duard’s lips. He turned around and swung his arm in a wide arc, throwing the awl across the room. The needle burrowed into the side of the wall, inches from the dwarf’s face, humming like a spring doorstop before slowly quieting down.

Now that he had his attention Duard marched towards Bordus, feet eerily quiet on the wooden floor. His suppressed anger was hidden by a polite grace. Face to face, his eyes seeming more amber than usual, Duard spoke. “Do you have it?” Each syllable was heavily accentuated so there would be no misunderstanding.

Anger, and some color, drained from Bordus’s face, but the dwarf managed to speak out. “Yer a fool tae doubt Bordus!” He shouted. The dwarf’s tone quickly changed to whimsically talkative. “‘Bout tha timin’, though. Tha witch says she’s been strugglin’ tae make tha stuff. Not much supplies since tha night elves lost everythin’. Not like we can go beggin’ door tae door fer poisons n’ crap.”

From his pack, Bordus drew one small phial from the batch and handed it to the man. “Best tae keep that on yer mind. Might want tae consider talkin’ to her about it. ‘Specially if this is how yer going tae act when yer low-- let me guess: ‘ol’ habits’?”

“Maybe.” Duard’s answer should have been ‘If it wasn’t obvious enough, no shit’.

With his precious draught in hand, had Duard lost any more of his senses he would have bitten through the glass to get to the precious concoction. Instead, though still with desperation, he bit down on the cork and yanked it out, spit it off to the side, and took a large sip of the contents.

The effect was immediate, the anger was melting away... as was his vision. Duard stepped backward and had to lean on the counter to balance himself but he slowly slid down and keeled over on the floorboards. He was unmoving for a good ten seconds. Apparently still conscious, he reached out with his index finger and pointed it at Bordus. “You-- stay the hell away... from the money drawer...”

Bordus looked quite offended at the accusation. “Fine, fine, lad.” He folded his arms as if he needed the extra security against temptation.

Another minute passed. Eventually, Duard leaned upward and grabbed his forehead after getting over his brush with clinical death. “I... am fine.” He remarked nonchalantly. “Just too much too soon. Have not had a proper dosage for too long... Ugh.” His hand reached upward and grabbed the counter and he hoisted himself back to his feet. Dusting himself off, he sighed. “I apologize for my previous behavior. That was not like me.”

A familiar dull look returned to his hazel eyes: the boring man was reborn, plagued no longer by pointless urges or troublesome thoughts.

“Sober you is not tha real you, huh.” Bordus scoffed. “Ya sure it ain’t tha other way around?”

“Of course not.” Duard’s eyes glanced over and focused onto the awl still buried in the wall. It took a strong pull, but he managed to get the tool out in a single try. His thumb brushed over the hole left in the wall, and his face drooped with concern at the damage. Shoulders lifted in a dismissive oh well, he turned to the dwarf. “You can leave the rest of the phials on the counter. I will pay you when everything is done, here. Right now I... I need to finish my work.” He waved the dwarf away.

No more distractions. No more anything. Emptiness.

Just the work at hand, now.

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Author’s Note:

Just ideas I had because I never addressed a lot of stuff I have about my merc boys and their stuff going on. Still working on the dwarf accent btw

#duard patternost #bordus burlybrow #writing

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putthison · 7 years ago

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Put This On’s 2017 Holiday Gift Guide

Tis the season for fretting over what to get the people. To help with the endeavor, every year, we write about our most recent favorites. So, coming just in time for the holiday season, here’s our 2017 gift guide -- things that would be awesome for anyone in your life.

Before we get started though, we’d love it if you’d check out stuff from our beloved sponsors. The Hanger Project has some wonderful shoe care products; Proper Cloth sell cozy knitwear (probably hard to gift their MTM shirts without your friend knowing); and Chipp’s grenadines are among the most useful ties anyone can own. Dapper Classic’s socks make for nice stocking stuffers; Huckberry has things for the outdoorsman; and Twillory has both whimsical and basic button-ups.

Additionally, we have some wonderful gift suggestions in our shop, organized by various price tiers. Throw this corner kick charm on a chain and you have a necklace, or give that clotheshorse in your life this Duke of Windsor themed shoehorn. Our Gentlemen’s Association subscriptions could also be that year-round gift that keeps on giving -- a handrolled and handsewn pocket square, made from fabrics picked out by Jesse, delivered to your friend’s doorstep every month.

OK, to the gifts!

Muth's Mudjeskas

I grew up in San Francisco, eating special occasion candy from See's and Joseph Schmidt's Chocolates. A few years ago, a gift guide from Sweethome turned me on to Muth's Mudjeskas, sold through Muth's Candies in Louisville, Kentucky. They're caramel-covered marshmallows, but that hardly begins to describe them. They ship well, everyone loves them, and if I am frank, they trounce their California competitor, Scotch Kisses from See's, in every category. This year I may try the chocolate-covered ones. -Jesse

Brass Kaweco Sport Fountain Pen

I’ll admit, I am not a pen guy. My handwriting is almost illegible, and so I've always preferred a keyboard to the manual writing experience. But a few months ago in London, I stumbled upon the Kaweco Sport, an inexpensive German fountain pen. The base models are plastic, but the one I bought is made from brass. It's a compact pen, but the hefty metal and large cap make it feel substantial. It's comfortably less than a hundred bucks, writes beautifully, and is handsome as hell. A real "pen guy" probably has ultra-particular tastes you'll never be able to accommodate, but the Kaweco is a great option for someone who’ll enjoy an upgrade from the world of rollerballs. -Jesse

Glerups Wool Slipper Boots

My wife walked around the house barefoot for decades, unbothered by cold or dirt. My toesies are always frozies, so I never took off my shoes. (I know, I know, but I have wood floors and live in California, where the elements don't follow you indoors). Then my wife’s feet started to hurt and her doctor laid it out for her: you need to wear some support anytime you're walking on hard surfaces. The answer was boiled-wool slippers like these, from Glerups. They keep your feet cozy without overheating, and they have a bizarrely compelling style. Glerups are the option recommended by the product review site The Sweethome, and I trust their judgement. -Jesse

[Pete’s note: I also dig these Tyrolean wool slippers, which have thin leather soles. They're like sweaters for your feet.]

John Hodgman's Vacationland

Hodgman took a hard turn in his new book, Vacationland. His first three books were compendia of imagined facts. They were deeply personal, but they weren't real. Vacationland is a genuine memoir, a story that follows Hodgman through three parts of life: growing up as a prematurely middle-aged child in a ramshackle house in Brookline, Mass; inheriting his family's summer home in Western Mass; and buying a home in his wife's family seat of Maine. It's very funny, but it's also beautifully written, and ultimately becomes a consideration of the pleasures and responsibilities of adulthood. A perfect gift for the dad who has everything. -Jesse

Manufactum Map Case

The map case has always struck me as the perfect man's purse. Unlike a big shoulder bag, it's modest in size, but it still has enough distinctiveness from a lady's bag and enough military heritage to feel like a man could wear it. In other words: it's useful enough for a woman, but PH-balanced for a man. The problem with map cases is that the real deal -- often made for European armies in the 1950s and ‘60s -- are made of vinyl and ultra-low-quality leather. Their form is appealing, but the reality is not. The other day, I got a doorstop of a catalog from the German retailer Manufactum, and I was thrilled to find that they have remade the German map case with real grown-up leather. -Jesse

Felt Hats by Barbara Keal

Years ago, when we were shooting Put This On in London, I met Guy Hills, the proprietor of Dashing Tweeds. Guy is a crackling ball of joyful, boyish energy. He rode around on one of those giant-wheel bicycles, showed us the riverboat behind his house, and told about his tweeds. He also showed us a hat his family had bought him for Christmas. It was a breathtaking concoction from felted wool, a ragged animal crown that reminded me of Where the Wild Things Are. "My friend Barbara made it for me, don't you love it?" And frankly, I did. I'm no furry, no costume-wearer, but it was genuine art. It was breathtaking. So I asked for one for Christmas from my family. It's one of my most treasured possessions. She takes commissions, although they can take a while to make. -Jesse

Ray Barretto’s Acid

Ray Barretto was one of the great bandleaders of Latin music. He was an accomplished jazz player, accompanying acts such as Art Blakey and Lou Donaldson as a conguero. When boogaloo hit in the early ‘60s, he had one of its signature hits, “El Watusi.” By 1968, Barreto was making salsa with the legendary Fania Records. He was music director of the Fania All-Stars, perhaps the greatest salsa band of all time, and making records under his own name. Acid is more than just a bit of trendy psychedelia. It's a genuinely thrilling record, with salsa, boogaloo, Latin rock, and jazz all in a blender. You don't need to know those genres to appreciate them either because, ultimately, it's dance music. It jams. If this one doesn’t thrill you, you're dead inside. -Jesse

Aurora Shoe Company

I was flipping through a Japanese fashion magazine the other day, and was stopped short by these handmade shoes from Aurora Shoe Company. They were in a section featuring the editors' personal favorites and I could see why. They're profoundly dowdy, but immensely charming. The Middle English has full size runs for me (including narrow) and is pretty great, but the one I saw was the West Indian. Sadly, they only carry that one in sizes up to 11 womens, which is a 9 mens. Great if you're a Japanese fashion editor, but less great if you're a giant American oaf. -Jesse

Children’s Books, Who Needs Donuts and Radiant Child

Is there a picture-book-aged kid on your list? I've got three kids myself, and am a real snob. These are two books that meet my standards. Who Needs Donuts is a strange and hilarious story about a boy obsessed with collecting donuts. He learns the true meaning of love. It has the anarchic, deviant quality that animates Maurice Sendak and insane, riotous pictures that you can look at for hours. One of those stories that gets its hooks in deeply and you're not sure how. Radiant Child is a new picture biography of Jean-Michel Basquiat by Javaka Steptoe. Steptoe is a gifted artist himself, and his pictures were built from fragments of Basquiat's past, like literal window frames from the places he lived. He also isn't afraid of the deepest emotional resonances of Basquiat's life and work. The book is largely driven by Basquiat's relationship with his mentally ill mother, and the subject is presented beautifully and movingly. Steptoe's own mother struggled with mental illness, and in reading, an adult can see the ways Basquiat's story is animated by Steptoe's. -Jesse

A Small Vintage Steiff Animal

The world is full of Steiff collectors, the world's greatest manufacturer of stuffed animals. There's a reason, too. Steiffs have immense charm, they're distinctive, and more than a little bit beautiful. They also make great gifts. The older, smaller ones are generally well under a hundred bucks on eBay or from a local antique shop, and you have your choice of a century of creatures. You can go with a classic bear, but I love the more unusual beasts, such as lobsters or ride-on turtles or this tremendous fox, which may be begging for a treat? -Jesse

(Derek’s note: for the menswear enthusiasts among you, A Kind of Guise routinely makes parkas with Steiff’s signature wools).

A Plant (and an Accompanying Planter)

I like giving art or decorative objects as gifts (although they can be risky if you don’t know someone’s taste pretty well). Another good gift in this category is a simple houseplant—an easy and almost universal present. Houseplants have been undergoing a bit of a renaissance recently, so the availability and variety are broader than they were a few years ago. The snake plant is easy to care for and doesn’t need much light or attention. One of my favorites (still reasonably small—fit for a desk or countertop) is a staghorn fern. Air plants and small succulents can also fit almost anywhere and will require minimal care. If you know someone likes plants and has some space, step up to the monstera, whose distinctly shaped leaves you’ll recognize from Aloha shirts. You can find decent selections online from stores like The Sill, which also offers a 30-day guarantee, your local garden store, or even Ikea. -Pete

Lizzy Goodman’s Meet Me in the Bathroom

If the Strokes, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, and LCD Soundsystem were in regular rotation on your first generation iPod, you'll appreciate Goodman's oral history of the New York scene in the ‘00s. Goodman interviewed dozens (hundreds?) of musicians, managers, DJs, and journalists and chronicles how rock 'n' roll re-took over the world from limp late-era alternative rock and Limp Bizkit. The stories they tell are enjoyably revealing, overblown, and gossip-y. Sample quote from James Murphy: “This is me dancing. This isn’t the drugs dancing. This is the drugs stopping myself from stopping myself from dancing.” -Pete

A Watch Winder from WOLF

If your friend owns mechanical wristwatches, a watch winder could be the perfect gift. There’s a lot of debate on whether they’re necessary -- a winder may or may not extend the life of a watch -- but they do eliminate the need to wind automatics. That can be nice if your friend owns watches with certain complications (e.g. setting the date, which can be annoying if you haven’t worn a watch in a while). WOLF makes some wonderful winders. Handsomely designed and constructed from reliable parts, these are fully programmable so you can set the number and direction of rotations (a good way to customize the winder to best suit your watches). They’re also a beautiful way to display special timepieces -- something to decorate on your friend’s dresser or bookshelf. -Derek

A Handsome Mach 3 Handle

Gillette’s Mach 3 has spread into almost every medicine cabinet since it was first introduced in the late ‘90s. It’s the safety razor most men, including me, have stuck with since learning how to shave in high school. Stock Gillette handles, however, are pretty ugly -- cheap, plastic, and dinky looking, they’re an eyesore on countertops. You probably can’t get your friend to switch shaving habits, but you can give them a better Mach 3 handle. British brands such as Edwin Jagger sell some handsome ones, although I prefer the more distinctive hand-turned designs found on sites such as eBay and Etsy. They’re typically hand carved from a block of wood, then lacquered with an epoxy to give the surface a shine and water-resistant finish. I like them in buckeye burl woods. Mine, pictured above, was purchased at this shop. They no longer have the handles in burl wood, although you can find them elsewhere. -Derek

American Trench’s Speckled Wool Socks

Everyone hates cold feet, which is why warm socks make for an easy, even if pedestrian, gift (get it? Pede? Feet? Ok). I like these Donegal-style wool socks at American Trench. They’re cozy, designed to be worn with boots, and made at a Pennsylvanian factory from hardy Italian yarns. The flecks of color give some nice visual interest without being overdone. Kinda pricey at $30, but a two pack runs for $45 and you can keep a pair for yourself. Hard to go wrong with any of the colors, although I dig the yellow ones most. -Derek

A Fancy Ass Cheese Knife

Everyone has that one friend that loves to host parties. And thank God, because without them we’d never leave our homes. To show your appreciation for their efforts, give them a fancy cheese knife. It’ll allow them to serve up some delicious appetizers, add something to their party decor, and give you an excuse to duck out of awkward conversations at said gatherings (“Is that, is that cheese? Excuse me”). Chelsea Miller sells some lovely looking knives. She makes them completely herself, from start to finish, at her workshop in Brooklyn. The metals are sourced from recycled farrier rasps; the wood harvested from her family farm in Vermont. They have a wonderfully elegant and rustic style about them, and would be something your friend and others can use for years. -Derek

Billingham Camera Bag

It never fails to impress me how many people are interested in photography nowadays. Unfortunately, most camera bags aren’t terribly great looking -- black ballistic nylon designs with cheap plastic details, they look like the sort of things carried around convention halls. If you have a friend who’s a budding photographer, give him or her a Billingham instead. They’re made in England and look like repurposed traditional fishing bags (Billingham actually started as a fishing bag manufacturer). The interior is padded to protect camera equipment, but the exterior is made from a handsome mix of cotton canvas and leather. You can find Billingham bags new at their webshop or second-hand on sites such as eBay and Etsy. They also used to make camera bags for Banana Republic -- pre-Gap, back when the brand was still a solid safari-themed outfitter. Extra points if you can find one with that heritage. -Derek

#Gifts #Gift Guides #Holiday Gift Guide #Christmas

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imperiovida · 6 years ago

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Collection of doorstops at @libertyoflondon ... #libertyoflondon #whimsical #britishdesign (at Liberty London) https://www.instagram.com/p/B0bEjZggb5q/?igshid=12ulxkcx3rnj1

#libertyoflondon #whimsical #britishdesign

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jonathanbelloblog · 7 years ago

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The Best Cars of The Quail 2018

One of the events everyone looks forward to each year during the busy Monterey Car Week is The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering. Held on the Quail Lodge and Golf Club’s course on the Friday prior to the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, The Quail always delivers on its promise of exhibiting some of the world’s finest sporty and sporting automobiles. Here, our editors and contributors highlight their favorite cars from this year’s edition.

1978 Dome Zero Concept Any supercar enthusiast worth his salt knows the wedge movement was ignited in the late ’60s by stunning Italian concepts like the Bertone-designed Lamborghini Marzal, Ferrari 512S Modulo by Pininfarina, and Lancia Stratos HF Zero. However, a little-known successor to the trend came a decade later in the form of the Japanese-built Dome Zero concept. Plucked from the Petersen Automotive Museum’s Roots of Monozukuri exhibit, this 1-of-2 concept was Japan’s stab at the doorstop genre that, unfortunately, ended up as a footnote in automotive history. Though it was at the trailing edge of the wedge movement, the Dome had a shot of going to production as an affordable, sharply designed sports car that would have made it a sort of Asian equivalent of a Lotus Esprit. —Basem Wasef

1951 Porsche 356 pre-A split-window coupe The pureness of this 356 pre-A split-window coupe stopped more than a few onlookers as they strolled past it. It was far from the most conspicuous car, or even most conspicuous Porsche, on The Quail’s grass, but these early models—of which the company made less than 2,000 (and who knows how many still exist)—showcase the sort of elegant design the Monterey and Pebble Beach crowd adore. Just look at the bumper work and, of course, the two-piece windshield Porsche used prior to 1952, before the company introduced the 356 A and a host of revisions to its classic sports car. —Mac Morrison

1970 Datsun 240Z One of the first cars to catch my eye as I walked into The Quail was this 1970 Datsun 240Z, striking in its dark red livery with white striping along its lower profile. The 240Z was also one of the first Japanese sports cars to catch the eye of American enthusiasts, and thanks to a 2.4-liter straight-six with roughly 150 horsepower, it had some punch as well. This particular Z is one of the early ’70 models (the first year of the Z) and is equipped with a four-speed manual. Datsun/Nissan was the featured marque at this year’s Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion, the first Japanese automaker to be so honored, and the Z played a starring role in its performance lineage. This car, owned by Eric Breslow of Nevada, won The Quail’s Federation Internationale des Vehicules Anciens, or FIVA, Award. —Mike Floyd

1979 Tamiya Sand Scorcher This 1:1 scale tribute to Tamiya’s classic 1:12 scale radio-control Sand Scorcher Baja-style Volkswagen Beetle was one of the most unique and whimsical cars to appear at The Quail. Alongside is its (non-functional) RC controller appropriately sized to the car. —Rory Jurnecka

A Flock of Yellow RUFs We’ve obviously got a thing for these cars, as this is the third time we’ve mentioned them—and no, we didn’t discuss it amongst ourselves ahead of time. But before all of the modern-era Porsche 911 mixologists arrived on the scene, there was RUF, the German outfit that created a legend with its CTR Yellow Bird. It’s a treat to see one of these beasts in person, packing its 3.2-liter twin-turbo flat-six rated at 469 horsepower paired up with a five-speed manual, even more so when you gaze upon 1988 Yellow Bird No. 001 owned by super collector and Petersen Museum benefactor Bruce Meyer. Given that this was a special class celebrating the creations of Alois Ruf, there were several other birds of a feather flanking the Yellow Bird, most notably one of RUF’s latest creations, the 2017 CTR. Also decked out in yellow on The Quail lawn was a 1998 CTR2 Sport. Based on the 993-series 911 Turbo, its 3.6-liter flat-six was tuned to 580 hp.—M.F.

1988 RUF CTR Yellow Bird One of the beauties of The Quail is, no matter your age, you can almost certainly find something to stir memories of youth from long before you were of driver’s-license age and, as a result, left only with your imagination to inform you of what it must be like to pilot the outrageous machines of the day. RUF’s Yellow Bird is one of those cars; I recall reading about it in wonder back then on more than one occasion, and to see it in the flesh 30 years later makes it easy for me to block-out the rest of The Quail’s impressive participants, if only for a few moments.

For goodness sake, its 3.2-liter twin-turbo flat-six engine made something in the neighborhood of 500 horsepower, and it reached 211 mph on its way to becoming what was then the world’s fastest production vehicle. Those numbers are impressive even by modern-car standards, but back then? It was absolutely staggering speed achieved by a rather pedestrian-looking little 911 that blew the reigning supercars of the ’80s into the weeds. In retrospect, I recognize that this car (and others like it) has more than a little to do with why I chose to enter this profession. —M.M.

RUF CTR RUF Automobiles GmbH’s prominent placement and “reunion” at this year’s Quail Motorsports Gathering was well earned; the manufacturer’s reputation was cemented three decades ago when the 211 mph Yellow Bird set the Nürburgring Nordschleife record, launching the brand into fame. The latest RUF (and first model built on its own carbon-fiber platform) may bear a passing resemblance to the legendary and recently restored Yellow Bird that’s now under the stewardship of Bruce Meyer, but this 223-mph missile is powered by a Metzger design twin-turbo 3.6-liter flat-six producing 700 horsepower. Though it sits wider and longer than the original model, the new car managed to blend seamlessly with the old, offering a modern reinterpretation of the legend while sticking to the signature 911 look. Stay tuned for Automobile’s first drive report on this limited production supercar. —B.W.

1977 ItalyCar Ferrari 312T2 You might find this one an odd pick, but in Monterey Car Week’s churning sea of rarity, outrageous cars become commonplace. In other words, it’s more difficult than ever to stumble across something you haven’t already seen more than once at various car shows. This fun 1:2-scale replica of the Ferrari Formula 1 car driven during the famous 1976 grand prix season by Niki Lauda and Clay Regazzoni is owned by Dick Caradori of Missouri. It features many 1:2-scale parts that its manufacturer, ItalyCar, procured originally from the F1 team’s real-life partners, though it uses a small two-stroke engine for power. The mini Ferrari boasts independent suspension all-around, rack-and-pinion steering, a two-speed gearbox also with reverse, a genuine Momo steering wheel, and even air ducts to keep the brakes cool.

A friend of Caradori’s based in North Carolina brought this example to the U.S. in 1979 and offered it to him for $5,000, but he passed on the opportunity. But in 1984, he changed his mind and paid $8,000 for it as a plaything for his then-young son, Kevin. As it turns out, this is a rare piece of quirky history, as ItalyCar’s planned run of 100 examples in reality only produced a handful of 1:2 312s, reportedly five finished copies. (Whether that was because Ferrari put the clamps on the project or ItalyCar went bankrupt depends upon whom you ask.) One of those sold last year for almost $90,000—but this car’s owner says he has no plans to let his go. —M.M.

1953 Porsche 356 America Coupe Early U.S. Porsche distributor Max Hoffman gets credit for the America “trim level” as seen on this 356 coupe. The idea was to produce a cheaper 356 with fewer luxury features that would attract American buyers used to cheap and simple British sports cars. This example is highly original, save for its repaint from red to beige, and it was recently rescued from long-term storage to be put back on the road. —R.J.

1973 Volvo 1800ES I’ve long had a soft spot for the Volvo 1800, and this 1973 1800ES two-door wagon in a British Racing Green-like hue turned that spot to pure mush. The final variant of the 1800, the ES is powered by a 2.0-liter four with roughly 125 horsepower, which is paired to a four-speed manual in this particular car. It also has the wild frameless rear glass tailgate Volvo reprised for the contemporary C30 coupe. Volvo only produced the 1800ES for two model years; it built a little more than 8,000 in all. Volvo is famous for its wagons, and this is arguably its most memorable model of the body style in its history, at least as far as I’m concerned. —M.F.

Acres of Espadas and Isleros Miuras and Countaches may get all the glory for their unmistakable supercar silhouettes, but the Quail event deserves props for shining a light on the less celebrated Espada and Islero models. While their funky styling may not have earned precious poster real estate in their day, these two V-12-powered outliers are finally getting the recognition they deserve.—B.W.

Viva La Controversy Nothing ruffles the feathers of dyed-in-the-wool petrolheads like electric vehicles, but Jaguar’s battery-powered E-Type struck a special chord because it replaces the drivetrain of what Enzo Ferrari called “the most beautiful car in the world” with a 40-kWh lithium-ion battery and an electric motor. Jaguar can retrofit your XKE with the zero emissions hardware for around $75,000 (and keep the internal combustion equipment in case of remorse), or offer a turnkey electric E-Type for around $300,000. Cue the quarrels. —B.W.

1957 Alfa Romeo C 1900 SS Zagato Alfa built just 40 1900 SS Zagatos and this is not just one of them, but also the very last one the company made. Just six of these cars wear Zagato’s recognizable “double bubble” roof, a feature that is actually functional in that it gives helmeted drivers a little bit more headroom.—R.J.

1971 Honda TNIII Super DeLuxe How can you go wrong with a name like Super DeLuxe (soooo Japanese)? We’re also totally digging on that amazing white Honda logo dominating its flat front, key-lime pie colored face. Honda’s little Kei truck hit the scene in the late 1960s and the TNIII made its appearance in 1970. It was extremely light at around 1,100 pounds, and as was the case with early Kei cars, a comically small engine powered it, in this case a 354cc I-2 with some 30 horsepower. The TNIII also benefitted from the addition of a fully synchronized four-speed manual. The Super DeLuxe was so named because it came with, er, deluxe options like a cigarette lighter and a radio!—M.F.

1929 Riley Brooklands It’s refreshing to find the Brits represented by a marque that’s not amongst the usual suspects. This bright blue Riley Brooklands is one of the coolest open-wheeled British roadsters we’ve seen as of yet, with simple, streamlined bodywork and function-forward mechanical design. The 1.1-liter four-banger engine wasn’t powerful, but the car was lightweight and well-balanced, claiming numerous wins in the competitive Pre-War era. —Conner Golden

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The Best Cars of The Quail 2018

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The Best Cars of The Quail 2018

One of the events everyone looks forward to each year during the busy Monterey Car Week is The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering. Held on the Quail Lodge and Golf Club’s course on the Friday prior to the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, The Quail always delivers on its promise of exhibiting some of the world��s finest sporty and sporting automobiles. Here, our editors and contributors highlight their favorite cars from this year’s edition.

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One of the largest makers of handmade glass ware in the United States, The Fostoria Glass Company dates back to December 15, 1887 in Fostoria, Ohio. Four years later they moved their pressed glass factory to Moundsville, West Virginia. By 1925 the company expanded to five furnaces and a number of specialty shops. Fostoria remained in Moundsville until closing nearly a century later in l986.

Fostoria is best known for high quality tableware and stemware including clear, colored, etched, gilded, lustered, and pressed items. In 1915, the company began producing their American Pattern tableware -- probably the most popular pattern ever produced. In 1924, they were the first glass manufacturer to start a national advertising campaign. In addition to producing fine lamps and blown, etched and pressed glassware, Fostoria also produced a wide variety of fine glass animals and figurines.

In the years between World War I and World War II, Fostoria, along with other glass manufacturers (Heisey, Cambridge and New Martinsville) created a number of glass animals and bookends for the decorative accessories market, in response to the growing craze for glass animals.

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The holiday slumber is taking hold, and people are stepping away from their offices and stepping out to do their shopping. I’m no exception. However, for me, going through stores that focus on home design, household function and just pain gorgeousness is where I’m at today. So, I decided that while having some down time in my life right now, I’d go down Los Angeles’ La Brea Boulevard – the ribbon of road that houses some of the most beautiful designs that bedeck and adorn the mansions of the Hollywood elite, and makes the rest of us swoon with each beautiful showroom display.

Today, I walked from 1st street up to Beverly and wandered into the little sanctuaries of modern and vintage design. It gives me some life, and offers ideas for future interior design projects at home.

Over at Maison Midi, French vintage mixed with modern style and function are on parade, with bold colors for Christmas, and beautiful artifacts for gift giving. The photos above are from Fornasetti home fragrances, a line up of intoxicating yet delicate aromas for the home, available in store. This luxury brand is for real hard core collector, with feminine, sexy surreal candle holders, diffusers and porcelain bottle spray containers highly priced. This is a very special gift for someone very special who appreciates intriguing touches to her demure boudoir.

Modern means French warmth with this funky marbleize crockery resting on textured table cloth at Maison Midi. Can you imagine this in your imaginary French villa? Or maybe in your home resting on a grey modern credenza. Either way, this adds a unique touch to your dining area – or anywhere.

This book cover is a work of art itself. My Cuban mother would have loved this for Christmas if she were still with us.

A walk further up La Brea led me into , where Americana Folk Art decor lives in warm deep woods, hand crafted artifacts, quilts of many colors and designs beyond imagination. Cast iron doorstops, old wooden bowling pins, barrels, chairs, and a checkerboard side table, Santa Fe designs and textiles. The smell of leather and furniture oil hangs around, and you can feel the spirit of our North American craftsman on your shoulder. Sturdy, romantic fixtures for the home. Great inspiration during Christmas time when you feel like nesting and bringing all that homestead soulfulness indoors.

After spending considerable time at Maison Midi and East Meets West Antiques, I headed up to Nadeau near Beverly. Their motto is “Furniture with A Soul”, and it definitely fits this affordable blend of eclectic, well crafted furnishings for the home. After spending time at HD Buttercup last week (and ABC Home in NYC), it was refreshing to walk into this duplex showroom of amazing media centers, bedroom bureaus, credenzas, chairs, side tables, hutches that are reasonably priced. There are styles for every taste, and just walking in makes you want to start designing a new home. It’s just crackling with different items and caters to most design palettes. Quirky moments are found in hidden corners, like this wrought iron bench above with whimsical pillows. Oh hello!

I wasn’t aware they had a line of home decor like pillows, wall hangings and their own line of signature candles. I love me some scented candles because it adds to the five senses that bring the vibe of a room to life.

So that ends my La Brea design crawl for this week. I’ve covered the east side of La Brea from 2nd Street north to Beverly. Where will my next crawl be? Another side of the street? Downtown LA? Maybe NYC? Watch this space and find out!

If you’ve enjoyed this blog, please check out my Instagram account – @dormerandmass where I post the pictures on this blog and much, much more.

Also, head over to my Pinterest account which has an eclectic blend of interests, but design still abounds at www.pinterest.com/drotmil/

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52 Cat-Themed Home Decor Accessories & Gifts For Cat Lovers

Feeling just crazy about cats? You, the internet’s cat videos, and our cat-themed home décor accessories are not alone. Cats make our lives lighter, brighter, and just that touch more cuddly. Inject some personality into your bathroom, with a cat toothbrush holder on your shower wall. Shed light on your next party or gathering, with cat-faced fairy lights gracing the scene. Go that step too far in the workplace, with a cat pencil sharpener inserting pencils in its butt. Get cat-friendly in your home or office, with our top 52 picks for cat-themed décor and accessories.

$25BUY IT Cat-Shaped Table Lamp: Want a table lamp with a difference? This white porcelain beauty’s incisions reflect out light before sleep-time.

$12BUY IT Cat Night Light: Looking for kids’ night lights instead? This cute kitten offers a seven-colour light mode – and a portable design your kids can hold.

$100BUY IT Cat Ear Headphones: Play the cool cat, with these innovative headphones. Over the ear cushioning ensures a secure fit and exterior silence – or, turn on the cat ears to blast the music outside. USB-rechargeable.

$15BUY IT Cat-Shaped String Lights: Have a party planned for a cat-mad friend? Light up the occasion, with these handmade, battery-operated and cat-faced fairy lights.

$11BUY IT Cat Wall Decals: Wish a cat would tear into the room? Take your dream literally, with these 3D wall decals simulating moggy madness.

$9BUY IT Vinyl Cat Wall Decals: Want something a little more subtle? These sitting, jumping and playing cats provide interior personality in vinyl.

$21BUY IT Stylish Cat Art Print: Love a grumpy cat? Clad yours in a beanie, in this artistic print on 100% cotton rag paper.

$43BUY IT Framed Cat Artwork: Black cat lovers can’t go past this framed print by Jon Bertelli. Its 17×17 poster is framed with sturdy black wood and plexi glass for protection.

$29BUY IT Colorful Cat Canvas Art: Printed on canvas, this close-up injects more colour. Hang its 20×20 inch frame on your bedroom or lounge wall.

$19BUY IT Cat-Themed Metal Wall Art: Think you’re just looking at wall art? Think again. This black cast iron kitty can hang on your wall, or act as a hot-plate coaster to protect your kitchen table.

$69BUY IT Cat-Themed Bed Sheet: Get your daughter the cat-themed bedroom she dreams of. This pretty-in-pastel design offers a duvet cover, fitted sheet and two pillowcases.

$87BUY IT Cat With Glasses Bed Set: Buying for a boy instead? This cotton and polyester blend sleeps your son amongst cool cats.

$29BUY IT Cat Shower Curtain: For a shower that’s fun for all the family, this cat curtain is a treat. Machine-washable in polyester, you can buy the matching bath rug to complete the full set.

$34BUY IT Cat-Shaped Rug: There’s nothing like a sleeping cat to calm the senses. Place this polyester mat where your cat likes to doze – and get a free mermaid necklace to boot.

$14BUY IT Cat-Shaped Pillows: Plush and available in three colours, these cats provide the perfect form for a late-night snuggling session.

$20BUY IT Judgmental Cat Pillow: People judge; but so do cats. Be a cat person first, with this provocative pillow upon your lounge-bound sofa.

From $5BUY IT More Cat-Themed Cushions: Prefer cuter characters? This wide range of cat pillows provides all you need for a purring good time.

$4BUY IT Cat Hook & Holder: Brush your teeth in the shower? This plastic white cat holds your brush and paste in a cat-themed bathroom.

$20BUY IT Cat Hampers: Cats don’t just eat in laundries – they own them. This yellow-eyed felt moggy hides all your dirty laundry in these unique laundry baskets.

$35BUY IT Cat Toilet Paper Holder: Shopping for the friend who has everything? This cast iron toilet paper holder in the shape of a cat is an unusual find.

$15BUY IT Decorative Cat Wall Hooks: Need somewhere to hang your bags? This stain-resistant and rust-proof rack lets you hang your raincoats amidst a bevy of cats.

$12BUY IT Cat Butt Magnets: Have decorative wall hooks on your radar? These vinyl cat butts add the unusual to your interior.

$19BUY IT Cat Mugs: Get a dose of cuteness with your caffeine. These ceramic cat mugs – and free matching spoons – come in black or white.

$18BUY IT Surprise Cat Coffee Mug: Don’t expect to find a cat in your mug? These unique coffee mugs exceed all expectations.

$16BUY IT Cat Tea Cup With Infuser: Infuse your tea, feline-style. This crazy cat mug in glass strains through a fish.

$14BUY IT Cat Tea Infuser: Available in pink or grey, these adorable clingers-on strain through non-toxic silicone.

$11BUY IT Cat Coasters: Get a moggy face for every cup. These silicone coasters are a quirky way to protect your table.

$22BUY IT Cat Butt Coasters: Drink coasters never seemed so rude. Hand-crocheted in 100% cotton, they’re a find to hide away when your Grandma comes over.

$13BUY IT Black and White Cat Salt & Pepper Shaker Set: After salt and pepper shakers for a romantic date? Set these ceramic love-cats upon the dining table.

$29BUY IT Cat-Shaped Wine Holder: Give the gift of wine, with a cat on the side. This handmade metal holder is perfect for the dining table or kitchen.

From $17BUY IT More Fancy Whimsical Cat-Themed Wine Holders: Can’t choose between metal, ceramic, or just plain crazy? This range of wine holders all use cats as their feature.

$29BUY IT Cat Cutting Board: Handmade in the US with cherry, black walnut and maple woods, these unique cutting boards are almost good enough to eat.

$9BUY IT Cat Egg Mould: Surprising a cat lover for breakfast? Shape their eggs in a cat’s face, while they cook on the pan.

$8BUY IT Cat Ice Cube/Chocolate Moulds: Give the gift of the feline form, in these rubber chocolate and ice-cube moulds.

$24BUY IT Cats Pattern Embossing Rolling Pin: Want to go the extra mile? Imprint your cookies with cats for the Christmas season.

$13BUY IT Cat Tongs: Looking to add to your cat kitchen decor? These Japanese-made, dishwasher-safe cat tongs are some cool kitchen gadgets.

$7BUY IT Cat Spoons: Made from ceramic and stainless steel, these unique flatware spoons add a smile to your tea time.

$15BUY IT Cat Measuring Spoons: Make baking fun again! These ceramic measuring spoons come adorably gathered with a ribbon bow tie.

$23BUY IT Nested Cat Measuring Cups: Use liquids more often? See a cat’s face at the bottom of these ceramic cup measurements.

$28BUY IT Cat Footed Bowl: Switch up your nut bowl, with cat’s paws underneath. Its non-porous stoneware is microwave and dishwasher-safe.

$10BUY IT Minimalist Cat Planter: Looking for the perfect way to spice up your worktable? A cat planter can’t lead your far astray.

$9BUY IT Funny Cat Succulent Planter: Give your succulents a dose of humour. These resin animal-shaped planters let plants breathe through a hole in their bottom.

$13BUY IT Decorative Cat Vases: Hide your pens and paper clips – or show off your prize blooms – in these ceramic cat holders.

$39BUY IT Decorative Ceramic Cat Figurines: Have a space in need of a furry friend? Place these sleek figurines upon the spot.

$39BUY IT Cat Garden/Memorial Statue: Crafted in resin, this angelic kitty is worthy of a cat to remember. Place it indoors or outdoors to relish its memory.

$31BUY IT Cat Bookends: Made of polystone, these unique bookends play with black cats – and hold your books together.

$16BUY IT Cat Pencil Sharpener: Shock your clients, with this unconventional sharpener amidst your cat office décor.

$8BUY IT Cat Pen: Want to play it more PC? This cat pen in black or bright pink signs your deals in black ink.

$9BUY IT Cat Door Stopper: See a cat behind the door? These decorative doorstops are made of cast iron.

$21BUY IT Cat Door Knocker: Love gargoyles – and cats? These unique door knockers are an interesting hybrid.

$26BUY IT Cat Coir Doormat: Hand-stencilled with fade-resistant dyes, these funny door mats ensure your feet don’t slip on their sturdy coir.

$80BUY IT Cat-Shaped Cat House: A cat needs their own style of décor – and these cute plush kittens provide the open mouths to house them.

Looking for more cat specific inspiration for your home? Check out our stylish cat furniture post for more cat-friendly ideas.

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