Embossed Leather Journal with Fabric Strap
Item details
- Color pattern
- Floral
The journal is secured by a detachable brown woven fabric strap that wraps around the middle, featuring a decorative medallion with an oval off-white patch, a ruffled circle of sheer white tulle, and a small fabric rosebud with embroidered stem and leaf. Inside, the exposed hand-stitched binding uses thick brown waxed thread in a coptic or long-stitch style, allowing the journal to lay completely flat when opened.
Key features:
- Embossed arabesque-style floral pattern on dark brown cowhide
- Detachable strap with fabric rosebud medallion
- Hand-stitched exposed spine with brown waxed thread
Type: Handmade journal
Dimensions: 10.5 cm height x 7.4 cm width (approx. 4.1 x 2.9 inches)
Capacity: 96 sheets, 192 pages total
Materials: Cowhide leather cover, kraft-style and cream paper pages, woven fabric strap, tulle or organza, waxed thread
Finish / color: Dark brown matte leather with embossed pattern
Closure: Detachable woven fabric strap with medallion
The journal fits comfortably in the palm of a hand, making it easy to carry for quick notes or sketches. The alternating kraft and cream paper signatures create a pleasing visual contrast when the pages are fanned.
Occasions:
- Daily journaling or note-taking at a desk
- Carrying in a small bag for on-the-go writing
- Gifting to someone who appreciates handcrafted stationery
- Using as a travel diary for short trips
Care:
- Wipe leather cover with a dry, soft cloth to remove dust
- Keep away from prolonged direct sunlight to preserve color
- Store flat or upright in a dry place to maintain the binding
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A closer look
This handmade journal features a cover crafted from dark brown cowhide leather, characterized by a deep, matte finish and a rich, tactile surface. The exterior is adorned with an intricate, all-over embossed pattern of stylized floral and foliate motifs, reminiscent of traditional arabesque or damask designs. The embossing creates a three-dimensional texture with raised elements that catch the light, revealing subtle variations in the brown hue from deep chocolate in the recesses to a slightly lighter, warmer tone on the raised surfaces. The cover is constructed from a single piece of leather, folded to form the front and back panels, with the spine area showing the natural grain and a slightly rougher, suede-like texture on the interior side.
The journal is secured with a detachable brown woven fabric strap that wraps horizontally around the middle. This strap is embellished with a prominent decorative medallion. The medallion consists of an oval, off-white fabric patch with a finely stitched border, centered on a larger, ruffled circle of sheer, white tulle or organza. At the heart of the oval patch is a small, three-dimensional fabric rosebud in a matching off-white color, complete with a tiny embroidered stem and leaf in a dark thread. The strap and medallion assembly is designed to be removable, allowing for customization.
The binding is a visible, hand-stitched coptic or long-stitch style, executed with a thick, brown waxed thread that matches the leather's tone. The stitching runs vertically along the spine, securing the page signatures directly to the leather cover. The thread is knotted at the top and bottom of the spine, with the stitching pattern creating a series of parallel lines across the spine's exterior. This exposed binding method allows the journal to lay completely flat when opened.
Inside, the journal contains 96 sheets of paper, totaling 192 pages. The paper is a combination of two types: a light brown, kraft-style paper and a smooth, off-white or cream-colored paper. The sheets are arranged in alternating signatures, creating a visual contrast when the journal is fanned open. Each sheet measures approximately 10.5 centimeters in height and 7.4 centimeters in width. The paper edges are clean-cut, and the overall thickness of the text block gives the journal a substantial, yet compact feel. The interior of the leather cover is unlined, showcasing the natural, fibrous texture of the cowhide's flesh side.
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