Leather bound handmade journal for a rugged (and after all, you ARE a rugged) individual. An outdoorsy notebook, this handmade leather journal/diary likely is the one for you. Constructed of tough oil-tanned leather, suitably camouflaged (olive-brown) in color and substantial in its confirmation, this book is ready for that survival weekend or cross country trek. Feel the solid heft in your hand and record that close and harrowing moment on the rapids or capture the romance and splendor of a distant mountain range with a pastel or charcoal sketch. Or . . . simply impress her by writing down that unsolicited phone number. I doubt you'll need to flex, but go ahead! -Measures 4 5/8"x 6"x 1 3/8" of rugged olive brown, oil-tanned leather -Hand cut and trimmed into fold-over design -Light brown leather lapel on outside cover -37" detachable burnt orange leather strap attached with tan leather loop (handsome stuff) -Seven hand stitched signatures of imported Italian Folio printmaking/fine art paper -Each signature contains 20 pages (front & back) for a total of 140 writable pages -Each page is hand torn for classic deckle edge -Inside covers feature torn handmade paper in complimentary burnt orange -Inside fold is adorned with a piece of hand hammered brass, perfect for engraving. Monogram? -Finished with European headbands and my signature, bien sur
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As sole proprietor at Studio of Visual Arts, I have been a professional illustrator and printmaker for 35 years. My illustrative work is represented in five Louisiana State Museums, countless corporate collections and has received numerous prestigious grants. NewSouthBooks was born as a natural extension of that same artisanship. I am now producing and marketing handmade, leather bound journals of quality and distinction, each journal a unique presentation with original artwork as adornment. All leather, new or old, is hand-cut and trimmed. I use only the highest quality fine art/printmaking paper (250w), hand stitching each signature. My leather journals are truly bound books using traditional book binding materials. Adding to the distinction is the incorporation of original artwork to inside covers and often, the middle signature. On this site, you'll see many examples of work previously completed for clientele. Just find me and we can discuss making one to suit your individual needs and taste
Sarah Groat
For Handmade leather journalI was very impressed, not only with the leather journal, but with the communication by the maker. I wasn't expecting to receive such prompt replies, considering I live in another country and time zone. Michael is lovely and I will definitely be coming back to do more projects in the future.
I can't recommend Michael any higher to anyone wanting a handmade leather diary.
Thank you Michael!
Teresa Hickok
For Leather Bound Handmade Elegant Travel Adventure Journal Copper DiaryMichael does beautiful work. The journal is gorgeous.
Alex Dennard
For Custom Hand Cut Leather Bible Covers Rebinding 401Great in communicating and helping me pick the leather and style that I wanted! Very impressed with the final product, and couldn't be happier. Have already recommended to many other people. Cant wait to get another bible covered.
Jeannette Fletter
For Leather Bound Handmade Western Journal Bandana Rodeo Bull Hide Copper Diary Watercolor Art NotebookBeautiful work, exceptional customer service and timely delivery. More than happy and would recommend to all. Thank you so much!
Rita Biletsky
For Custom Made To Order Leather Cover For Any Version Bible With Rebinding (296)I’m extremely happy with the finished product! My bible arrived today and the leather cover is so beautiful, exactly what I pictured. I have no words to describe how happy I am with it. This is something that will stay with me for life and Michael did an amazing job, I highly recommend him to others.
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