Handmade Ostrich Hide Bound Journal African Safari Pocket Travel Diary Vintage Map Art Book
Handmade bound Ostrich hide journal for your next safari in Africa or maybe just a quick trip to the corner cafe. Very exotic looking and a perfect size for slipping into your pocket or purse. And handsome as well in chocolate brown finish with a dark brown leather strap. The torn pieces of a vintage world map will carry you the Serengeti. Or someplace beyond the street corner anyway. You'll likely run into Ernest Hemingway so have your copy of The Green Hills of Africa. He'll sign it and . . . your journal too. I did -Measures 3 1/4" x 4 1/4" x 1" of hand-cut & trimmed chocolate brown ostrich hide -Cut into fold -over design -29" unattached strap in hand cut dark sepia leather -Hand torn pieces of a vintage world map adorn the inside covers -Five hand stitched signatures if Folio bright white watercolor/printmaking paper -This fine art paper is 100% cotton, 250w -Signatures are stitched with waxen linen thread -80 hand torn pages for writing or drawing, all with deckle edge -All my journals are truly bound . . . no loose stitching to cover -European head bands -Journal maker's signature -Shipped USPS Priority within one business day
Finish
- white
- brown
Material
- exotic
Function
- corner
Material
- leather
Meet the Maker
Michael Graham
NewSouthBooks
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
Customer Reviews
Amy Briscoe
Jan 7, 2019Michael breathed new life into my husband’s late grandmother’s Bible. This precious keepsake, which was worn from many years of diligent use, can now be something we pass down ourselves thanks to Michael’s skillful hands. Michael kept me updated throughout the process, from receipt of the Bible to delivery, and he was careful to preserve all of the personal notes and scribbles. My husband and I are both thrilled with the end product!
Chantal McKinney
Aug 17, 2018I abaslutly love the work that was done, my bible is beautiful and just what I hoped it would be...He got it out sooner then the 3-4 weeks and simply delighted me. I will most defiantly be sending another in soon. Thank you so much
Seth Buikema
Aug 15, 2018Making this purchase was a breeze. It turned out to be a beautiful Bible that smells just as good as it looks. It has soft leather with a worn character feel. It is a 10/10 purchase. The one downside, that is not really a big deal, is that the strap is a lighter color, and it wraps both around the front and the back with short ends. It doesn't "tie" very good. I had the feeling it was one long strap that could be wrapped around several times with an easy tuck on the second or third wrap around the book. Besides this minor miscommunication in photos, it is an amazing Bible I will have for years. Thank you for the time and effort you put into crafting this Bible's exterior.
Christie Rizk
Jun 20, 2018I would absolutely recommend Michael's work if you need a journal, and if you need a custom order, then he's definitely the guy to go to. His craftsmanship is impeccable. He gave me exactly what I asked for - a beautiful, well-made journal. And he was finished with it ahead of schedule. He communicated with me frequently, and was even kind enough to re-ship the journal when the post office erroneously sent it back to him after a shipping snafu. Michael's a true professional all the way down the line.
keith nelson
Jan 7, 2018leather travel journal turned out perfect , great experience ordering from Michael , highly recemended
