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Welcome to the Kabine!   (pronounced kah-been-uh)

A Slow Stationery Lifestyle Shop inspired by Travel + Good Design.

We are Kim Hayes , stationer, along with shop dogs  Meri and Hugo.

The shop just happens to be located in an Airstream.  Why an Airstream?   I fell in love with it's design, the joy of a tiny space, that it is made for travel and the freedom it inspires.

Our Tiny Shiny Trailers

The Kabine, A Tiny Shiny Shop™,  a 2004 Airstream Safari.

In December 2019 we found the perfect Airstream to move forward and opened the doors in August 2020.

 A Tiny Shiny Space™ the original shop a

1965 Airstream Safari purchased in 2004.    

There were a lot of bumps on the road that slowed our dream, but it only made the vision stronger.

We hit the road full time in 2016 and now we have a residency at AO & Co. in Tower Grove, St. Louis.

Why stationery?  I love the tradition of sending postcards when on the road.   I, also, loved going to the local stationery shop and 5 & 10 stores as a child.  From those treasured moments The Kabine was born to offer you goods that assist in unplugging more, to connect in meaningful ways with others and yourself, inspire curiosity and are ready for travel.

All our stationery and travel goods are thoughtfully curated and based on our motto -

Find inspiration in travel, relationships, music, laughter and tenacity.

We believe less is more. You will discover the best we can find from Japan, Europe, vintage items and goods discovered on our travels.   Other items are created in the Kabine Studio.  

Many goods are unique to The Kabine!

We invite you to explore The Kabine.   Nothing beats the real thing!

“There is a lot of slow space, but not wasted space."  Mr. Rogers.

• We are committed to making and finding unique quality goods from paper to pencils, typewriters to   journals to rubber bands to books  and more, all inspired by Japanese kawaii, modern design and travel!

• We believe in supplying goods that inspire connecting in meaningful ways, make life more enjoyable, are beautiful and last for many roads.  

All our offerings consider the impact they have or will have on the environment.

A Studio.

We like to say The Kabine is our happy place.  Inspiration flows in the trailers and we take that opportunity by using the space to design and create some of our goods.

A Celebration.

The Kabine celebrates life on the road, curiosity and slowing down.

Personal Shopping

Found something on the road in the Kabine or saw something @thekabine. but not online?  Let us know and we are happy to make a special listing for you.

 Need a gift,  a treat for yourself or not sure,  just ask.  We would love to help.

A  Tiny  Shiny  Shop  all  to  yourself  available  the  last  Wednesday  of  the  month.    Please  contact  at  least  36  hours  in  advance  to  schedule.

Gift Wrapping

Our wrapping is inspired by Japanese packaging.  We offer reusable or recyclable items to prepare a simple beautiful presentation.  

Custom  Orders

We are inspired by our Kabine friends and accept custom projects on a limited basis.   Please reach out at least four-six weeks in advance to your desired ready date.   Project time could be longer or shorter.   We value the quality of our work so prefer no last minute requests for new designs.

Social Media

The Kabine can be found on Instagram @thekabine 

• Secure payments via Square
• All sales final.  If a return is necessary,  goods must be in original condition.   Please remember we love slow goods from Japan, Germany and discovered on our travels, for example goods may be in languages other than English and would not consider that a necessary return.
• Shipping in USA only.
• Flat rate shipping via USPS, delivery expected 1-3 days - $10  - Please note as A Tiny Shiny Shop™ we do not profit from the shipping/handling charge or hide the s/h charge in the price of the goods.  We understand you may desire one item or a small good.  We are happy to refund excess shipping costs when applicable and requested, please note at checkout.  Thank you for shopping tiny!
• Free shipping orders may have a longer delivery time.  
• Free shipping specials change at our discretion. 
• Shipping charges not refundable. (Please see above.)
• Customer responsible for return shipping costs. (Please see above.)
• No fee for curb side pick up at The Kabine.
• Free hand delivery by The Kabine in the STL metro area. 
• HQ,  St. Louis, MO
• Full collection of Kabine Goods on the road ---  nothing beats the real thing!

The Kabine strives to offer goods and experiences with high value.  What is high value?

To us it means the following:

1. Unique goods
2. Goods made with quality materials
3. Goods that add meaningful connections to your life
4. Goods that you will use 
5. Goods offered at a fair price in partner with all of the above
6. Goods with a low impact on the environment
7. We chose partners who are thoughtful, sole woman entrepreneurs, artists and other small businesses
8. Shipping - As a small business it is very challenging matching the larger companies shipping charges.  The Kabine decided at this time when shipping charges apply to ship via USPS Priority Mail or First Class with the goal to get it to you in 1-3 days.  The benefits are orders typically arrive in that window and tracking and insurance are provided. Plus, we will never just throw your items in a box.  We want the experience of opening your package to be as enjoyable as the good you selected.
9. The Kabine strives to do good by giving back to our community.  We believe in the power of a pebble. 
10. Gemütlichkeit - a cozy place that inspires cheerfulness and is welcoming to all.

What people are saying about The Kabine!

"This is by far the coolest little shop on Earth! The owner and her four legged greeting system always have the best inventory. Can’t wait to visit again." Millie

"Love the typewriter! I skipped getting a nice meal in CWE to come right back to Sainte Genevieve to try it out. The key action is fantastic..." Maureen

"I loved the book...I trust your curation."  Meredith

"A very special experience!" Ann

"World's best camper...ever." Emily

"...best-ever paper art shop in a tiny trailer!"  Janice

"Thank you for reintroducing me to something I didn't even realize I missed!" David

"My heart is pounding.  I love everything in here."  Julie

Thank you for your kind words and supporting Tiny!

We look forward to seeing you on the road ---