We're always thinking about our product values, in particular why we make our products in America. But this year we’ve also been thinking a lot about why we prefer to use natural materials in our products (including, but not limited to Cast Iron.)
We're always thinking about our product values, in particular why we make our products in America. But this year we’ve also been thinking a lot about why we prefer to use natural materials in our products (including, but not limited to Cast Iron.)
To understand our values around about materials, we can place it within the broader context of our product design philosophy:
Last fall, we expanded our commitment to natural materials when we launched our Cherry Wood Spoons & Spatulas. They’re made with the same qualities as our cast iron: they don’t burn or break, they last a lifetime, and they acquire a handsome patina over time. Read more about the unique way these spoons are made here.
Earlier this year we released an updated version of our popular Leather Oven Mitts, adding a slightly longer cuff and full-grain leather surrounding the entire exterior. We also bumped up the style with the addition of a contrasting golden-toned leather that patinas beautifully.
As humans deeply connected to the natural world, we respond well to natural materials like iron, wood, and leather—materials that have been part of our history for as long as we’ve been using tools.
At Field, we gravitate to these materials because:
We also source these materials as close to our manufacturing facilities as possible, right here in the USA. This allows us to support American workers while reducing the environmental impact of transportation. In the end, how something is made is and what it is made with is just as important as the final product.