Crafted by hand and modeled after a garden-fresh New Mexico chile pepper, this holiday ornament is cast of Nambé Alloy in a sand mo... Read more
Crafted by hand and modeled after a garden-fresh New Mexico chile pepper, this holiday ornament is cast of Nambé Alloy in a sand mold. Variations in the molding process make every one unique. An instant favorite when introduced in 2007, the uniquely Nambé pepper is back as a beloved piece in our holiday collection. Shipped in a Nambé gift box and tied with a blue ribbon for hanging, this pepper will grace your holiday tree or make a perfect gift.
Introduced in 2007
About Nambé Alloy
As with all Nambé metal pieces, function stands beside beauty in purpose. The proprietary eight-metal aluminum-based alloy has the luster of silver and the solidity of iron. It can be preheated to 500 degrees or chilled in the freezer; this coupled with its superior temperature retention properties makes Nambé Alloy markedly useful for cooking and serving. Nambé Alloy does not contain silver or lead and therefore does not tarnish; it won't chip, crack, or break. Avoid using your Nambé Alloy with acidic foods, and never place it in the microwave or dishwasher. Hand wash your Nambé with mild detergent and water, then dry immediately with a soft clean cloth. An occasional application of Nambé Polish restores any gleam lost to time and use.
Unique Characteristics
- Nambé Alloy retains temperature for extended periods of time, so prior to use, you can chill or warm your Nambé Alloy pieces to hold food at a desired temperature
- This thermal retention property makes Nambé Alloy perfect for cooking in the oven, under the broiler, or on the gas or electric stovetop
- Each Nambé piece goes through a series of shaping, grinding, buffing, and polishing steps; slight imperfections found on Nambé's brilliant finish are characteristic of the sand casting process
- Since Nambé is hand-crafted, no two pieces are exactly alike
- Frequent use will result in a natural patina; many Nambé aficionados appreciate and encourage this patina, however luster can be restored by applying a small amount of Nambé Polish with a soft cloth
| A piece of Nambé Alloy is functional art. With frequent use, it will take on a lovely patina (shown left), a feature appreciated by many connoisseurs. With a regular application of Nambé Polish, or with the repolishing services offered by our Nambé craftsmen, your Nambé will retain a like-new finish even after years of service. |
- A light coating of vegetable oil applied to preheated or chilled Nambé Alloy for each use will provide a protective barrier for highly acidic foods and help protect the finish
- Use wooden or soft rubber utensils to avoid scratches
- Remove dust and fingerprints with a soft, damp cloth
- Use care when placing heavier Nambé pieces on glass surfaces
- Never put Nambé Alloy pieces in the microwave
- Do not put Nambé Alloy in the dishwasher or leave in standing water for long periods of time
- Do not leave food in your Nambé Alloy for longer than three hours; food left for long periods will result in discoloration
- Citrus fruits, peeled or unpeeled, can cause discoloration; highly acidic or salty foods, such as dairy, mayonnaise, tomatoes, other fruits, and vinegars, can cause discoloration and/or pitting
- For Candleholders: To remove wax from candleholders, place them in the freezer until chilled and remove wax; wash with a soft cloth in hot soap and water to remove any wax that remains and dry with a soft cloth
- For Peppermills: To clean your mill, wipe its body with a soft, damp cloth; do not immerse it in water; and always allow your mill to dry completely after cleaning and before filling
Maintaining Your Nambé Alloy
Nambe Polish |
Nambé Polish is a unique formulation of special cleaners that cleans most metal surfaces while polishing and protecting. To remove scratches from your Nambé Alloy: The metal surface should be dry and wiped free of dust or surface dirt prior to application. Apply Nambé Polish sparingly with a soft dry cloth. Rub gently in a back and forth motion until black residue appears, usually after 10 to 15 seconds. Buff lightly with a soft polishing cloth to remove residue. After polishing, thoroughly wash the item with warm soap and water and dry with a soft, dry cloth. Do not serve food on a polished item unless it has been washed and the polish has been completely removed. |
Have Nambé Craftsmen Do the Repolishing
If you are unable to restore your Nambé Alloy piece with Nambé Polish, don't despair. We offer a repolish service through which the skilled craftsmen in our Santa Fe foundry will return your item to like-new condition.
The cost of repolishing is 20% of an item's current retail value, plus a nominal shipping and handling fee. Repolishing typically can be completed within two to four weeks from the date the item is received.
Contact Customer Service at customerservice@nambe.com any time or at 1-800-443-0339 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday to make arrangements. You will be provided with a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) number to include with your item.
Please note: The repolishing process will completely remove any engraving. Re-engraving can also be arranged through Customer Service using the contact information noted above.
Nambé
Nambé possesses a certain mystique. Partly it's our very name and our
connections to the landscape, culture and history of our origins. Nambé
(pronounced na:m'bei) was christened for a tiny village near Santa Fe in
Northern New Mexico where the company was founded in 1951.
But there's more to it, this mystique, which makes Nambé the "lifestyle" brand
valued by people who love simple, elegant designs and love to share them with
others.
The most distinguishing characteristic of Nambé is that our company is devoted
as passionately to form as it is to function. Many early Nambé designs
(Tri-Corner and Butterfly bowls, for instance) still sell briskly. This
dedication to design defines Nambé. Timeless art you can use every day.
Early on, discerning buyers and customers of prestigious stores like
Neiman-Marcus, Saks 5th Avenue, Bloomingdale's and Gump's discovered Nambé.
Museums added Nambé to their collections and exhibits. For its beauty, quality
and heirloom value, Nambé became a favorite gift, especially for brides. The
collection grew and became a world brand.
In 1998, we introduced the collection of Nambé full-lead crystal, in 2001, Nambé
lighting, and in 2003, Nambé porcelain. Additional collections and other
exciting news about Nambé are imminent. Sign up for our email newsletters and
we'll keep you posted.
Our Full Range of Personalization Options
We offer a variety of personalization options on our Nambé Alloy items when you contact us directly, including:
- One or more lines of text, depending on the item
- Traditional monograms
- Wedding invitations
- Company logos or other original art
Personalization Fees:
| Order Setup Fee: | $25, per order |
| Addition Item Setup | $25, per additional item |
| Monogramming: | $8, per item |
| Text Application: | $0.80 per character |
| Business Card Customization: | $8.00 per application |
| Logo Application: | $8 - $15.00 per application |
| Logo Setup: | $75.00 (one-time fee; we will keep your logo on file) |
| Wedding Invitation: | $85.00 (in addition to the setup fee) |
| Rush Fee: | $50.00 - $100.00 |
Font Styles
We offer a choice of seven font styles:
Choose the font that best represents the message you're conveying. For a more elegant occasion, such as a wedding, you may want to choose Script MT Bold or Signet Roundhand. To personalize gifts for colleagues and business associates, you might instead choose something formal, such as Monotype Corsiva for a female business associate and Garamond for a male. For a baby gift, you might try CG Times.
In addition to a choice of fonts, for Nambé Alloy items we offer a choice of colors. Choose between a more traditional "frost" or elegant black; the latter is achieved through a chemical molecular reaction that is painted onto the metal and laser etched. Either is permanent and can only be removed by having the items repolished by our skilled craftsmen.
For more information on our personalization services, read About Personalization.
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