Ink Blue Cowhide A5 TN Tri Fold Cover
Item details
- Color pattern
- Navy
- Deep ink-blue cowhide with pronounced natural pebble grain
- Tri-fold shell with dark, suede-like napped lining
- Elastic cords threaded through small metal eyelets and bead stops
Type: Traveler's notebook cover, A5/TN wide format
Dimensions / Size: Fits inserts 8.3 in (21 cm) by 5.5 in (14 cm)
Thickness / depth: Moderate, pliable leather
Length: Spare elastic cord, about 79 in (200 cm)
Materials: Natural cowhide; suede-like leather lining; paper insert; elastic cords; metal eyelets and beads
Finish / color: Ink-blue, matte to low sheen
Closure: Elastic closure wrapped through the spine eyelets
Adjustable: Elastic cords can be repositioned through the eyelets
The cover folds around the insert and holds shut with the horizontal elastic, so it works as a daily writing companion. The small metal eyelets are roughly the size of a grain of rice, and the whole piece sits easily in a bag or on a palm.
Daily journaling
Planning and scheduling
Note-taking at a desk
Sketching and drafting
Travel writing
Wipe the leather with a soft, dry cloth and let it air dry if it gets damp.
Store flat or gently closed, away from prolonged direct sun and heat.
Avoid over-stuffing the cover so the elastic and eyelets keep their shape.
Each piece is handmade, so grain pattern, texture, surface markings, and eyelet placement vary slightly from one cover to the next. Natural pores and occasional surface scarring are features of the original hide.
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A closer look
This is a handmade leather traveler's notebook cover in a deep ink-blue shade, specifically described as ink-blue cowhide rather than black. The material is natural cowhide with a moderate thickness and a soft, pliable hand-feel. The exterior surface displays a pronounced natural pebble grain with visible pores and subtle natural scarring, which are inherent characteristics of the original hide rather than defects. The color is a dark, saturated navy that shifts between charcoal-black and deep blue depending on the lighting, with a matte to low-sheen finish that catches light softly across the raised grain texture.
The cover is designed in the A5/TN standard wide format, engineered to fit insert pages measuring 210mm by 140mm. When laid flat, the cover unfolds into a wide rectangular panel with rounded corners, revealing the full interior surface. The construction is a tri-fold design, with the leather wrapping around the inserts and secured by an elastic closure system. The interior lining is a dark, suede-like leather with a velvety, napped texture that contrasts with the grained exterior. The overall silhouette is clean and minimalist, with no visible branding, logos, or printed text on the leather surfaces.
The binding system consists of multiple thin elastic cords threaded through small metal eyelets set into the spine area. These eyelets are arranged in vertical rows, with three eyelets visible at the top and three at the bottom of the spine panel, allowing the elastic to hold the notebook inserts in place. The elastic cords are a matching dark blue, and each cord terminates in small decorative metal beads or clasps that serve as both functional stops and subtle ornamental details. A separate spare elastic cord, approximately 2 meters in length, is included for replacement or adjustment. The elastic closure wraps horizontally around the closed cover, passing through the eyelets and securing the tri-fold structure shut.
The set includes one leather cover shell and one matching notebook insert. The insert shown in the demonstration images is a standard lined or blank paper booklet sized to fit the 210mm by 140mm specification. The paper appears to be a clean white or off-white stock with a smooth finish, visible at the fore-edge where the pages fan slightly. The leather cover is thick enough to provide structure and protection while remaining flexible enough to fold comfortably. The edges of the leather are finished cleanly, with the natural hide edge visible along the perimeter, showing the material's thickness and layered construction.
The craftsmanship is handmade, and each piece carries unique natural variations in grain pattern, texture, and surface markings. The leather is described as natural cowhide with inherent pores and occasional natural scars, which are original hide features rather than flaws. The eyelet placement and stitching may show slight individual variation from piece to piece, consistent with hand-assembled leather goods. The overall aesthetic is understated and functional, suited for daily journaling, planning, or note-taking use within the A5/TN traveler's notebook format.
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