Digging through the market’s myriad options for that perfect something—be it a big-ticket item or a small (but statement-making) detail—can be more than a bit overwhelming. That’s why we’ve done the hard work for you, scouring the globe for the best of the best: our Frederic Finds!
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Imbued with personality and care, handcrafted gifts like these are our favorite way to turn any house into a home.
Towering Crepe-paper-and-Tissue Geraniums by Livia Cetti make for everlasting indoor blooms.
$325, shop.thegreenvase.com
This delightful Trug of bulrushes harvested and woven in England is perfect for bringing in just-cut flowers from the garden.
$120, rushmatters.co.uk
With a forged copper Rondeau, dinner will taste as good as it looks.
$690 (pan with lid), brooklyncoppercookware.com
These delicate, whimsical Papier Mâché Boxes are covered in hand-printed and -painted papers inspired by French 18th-century designs.
From $148, johnderian.com
Ceramist Silvia K uses a unique tin glaze to achieve the fetching finish on her hand-built terracotta Pitcher.
$198, silviakceramics.co.uk
Dangling glass disks on the Lazlo Two Arm Candelabra augment the allure of candlelight.
$640, formationsusa.com
Rendered in hand-cast plaster, the John Soane Stable Block Bookends pay homage to the legendary London architect.
$350, timothyrichards.com
Brighten up any surface with the charming Alpine Themed Bowl from cult Parisian housewares shop La Tuile à Loup.
$200, latuilealoup.com
Each ravishing Rock Candy Box, with minerals set in glamorous brass, is its own treasure.
From $500, ceylonetcie.com
The enchantingly oversize Artigianale Pillow, handwoven in Italy from wool and cotton, works equally well on a bed or the floor.
$650, 1stdibs.com