Color Scheme Journal
I MAKE THESE HANDMADE JOURNALS/PHOTO BOOKS/WEDDING BOOKS/SKETCHBOOKS using a coptic-stitching method with waxed linen binder’s thread. Coptic stitching allows your book to lie completely flat when opened. Books are exquisitely crafted using all-archival materials: 98lb (160gsm) Canson Mi-Teintes cover paper over bookboard for covers, with 96 interior pages of 80lb text (118gsm) Mohawk Superfine paper for sketching and/or journaling. A variety of color schemes are availabe. All journals and sketchbooks arrive in a clear protective and sealed acetate sleeve.
Leather-Wrapped Journal
Beautiful hand-made journals that feature a wrap leather closure, waxed linen thread-sewn spines and tiny beads knotted into ends of threads. Leather-wrapped books can be made either left-handed (to open right-to-left) or right-handed (conventionally, to open left-to-right).
One-of-a-Kind Journal
Select an in-stock one-of-a-kind journal, or contact me via ‘Request Custom Journal,’ below, if you would like a custom size, design, and/or color scheme; a left-handed book; book cloth or other special cover; or specific interior paper/s such as watercolor paper, your favourite brand or weight of drawing paper, or ruled journal paper.
Learn How to
Make Craft Journals
Making journals/sketchbooks is enjoyable and relaxing. Handcrafted books can be made with materials you have around the house, or with the most exquisite handmade papers and/or cloth. After mastering a few basic skills, you can design and make books tailored to the size and materials you choose, or for a special gift or keepsake. All ages (preschool to 100) enjoy making—and writing, drawing, and illustrating in—handmade books. Classes are available live (in-person), live via Zoom!, and pre-recorded; for all levels of experience!