in 0.0.9e the horse was disabled and moved - It had identity issues that didn't fit in line with the job description.
The mine's entrance is behind the blacksmith shop, down a rather open path in the misty forest - The mines are connected to that. - There are other veins outside, too.
There's a basic blueprint (very basic) on general items on your shelves - (literally blue)
There are other items, and there's some additional ways to complete some items - for example, Polearms, a pole grip + any blade (optional: + any guard) can create a polearm