This was an absolutely wonderful surprise from one of the groups I teach. I had been teaching them weekly for about 18 years when budget changes meant they could not longer have English lessons. They had seen all my binders… Read More ›
Diaries and Journals
What a beautiful traveler’s notebook!
One of my favourite Etsy shops of all time is Well Known Vintage, owned by Kevin Porcel. His items are perfectly curated and reasonably priced, plus he is situated in France, so items get to me in two or three… Read More ›
Beautiful leather notebook covers by ArtelSlivin on Etsy
This leatherwork is absolutely stunning. Find Oxana and Alex from ArtelSlivin on Etsy here. I don’t have any of their work but they have 100% 5-star reviews. They do notebook covers, passport covers, wallets, purses, cardholders, bracelets, dog collars, and could… Read More ›
A6 red leather wrap notebook by Van Der Spek
This little goodie was in a box of miscellaneous notebooks at Van Der Spek when Steve and I were there last week. It is A6 size and made of what looks like red Janet Leather. The wrap feature means that… Read More ›
My favourite pen at the moment
Because they always end up at the bottom of my handbag, and because I am always scribbling on the run, I tend to use cheap pens. This is my favourite at the moment. It cost about $1.50 from Danish design… Read More ›
Galen Leather undyed A5 folio
About a month ago I was offered a review copy of a Galen leather A5 folio and I jumped at the chance, because I really love Galen leather products. I have two traveler’s notebook covers, two notebook charms and a… Read More ›
Galen Leather Tomoe River notebooks in Pocket and A5 size
My love of Tomoe River paper is well-known. I love it because it is thin and light (half the weight and thickness of regular paper), so less bulky and heavy to carry around. I also love the way it crinkles!… Read More ›
