This carefully curated collection brings together the best tools for building your perfect analog system - whether you're a dedicated journaler, passionate traveler, or creative soul. I've combined luxurious leather covers from renowned makers like P...
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JOURNAL INSPO
TUTORIALS
TOOLS YOU'LL NEED
SOURCING VACHETTA LEATHER
FINISHING TOUCHES
NOTEBOOK INSERTS
JOURNAL INSPO
Carry your planner, sketchbook, and diary in one beautiful, organized package
Louise Carmen - All notebooks
Start with a beautiful vegetable-tanned leather cover from Paper Republic that develops a unique patina over time
Paper Republic - le trifold | leather journal
Mix and match inserts for writing, sketching, planning (like Cada Dia's approach), and memory keeping
Cada Dia - Trifold Atlas Leather Folio (A5)
TUTORIALS
This has been the the most thorough guide I've come across so far with creating a journal cover. Their blog also lists steps and materials
Make an A5 Tri-Fold Notebook Cover - Full Beginners Guide + Build Along
Kenikse has this easy to follow tutorial with tools that are affordable
Louis Carmen inspired journal I DIY leather notebook and how to
I enjoyed watching this tutorial for the beginner perspective
DIY travellers notebook in under 1 hour | how to make your dream journal at home
TOOLS YOU'LL NEED
60mm will work better for thicker fabric / leather
Fiskars 60mm Rotary Cutter with Ergonomic Grip
If you'd like to punch rounded corners
Caydo 7-Piece Leather Craft Half-Round Punch
For punching holes prior to the grommets being put in
Using this mat will save your table at home from any damage from cutting or hole punching
Fiskars Self Healing Eco Cutting Mat 24x36
Grommet setting tool
Litoexpe 2mm Eyelet Hole Punch Die Tool
SOURCING VACHETTA LEATHER
Quality Vachetta leather. You'll want the 4.5/5oz 1.8-2.0mm weight/thickness. The 1.5 sq ft option is enough for just 1 cover
La Bretagna Leather, Cowboy, Panel, Cashew
Quality Vachetta leather. You'll want the 4.5/5oz 1.8-2.0mm weight/thickness. With this piece, you'll be able to make multiple journal covers and even passport covers
Valdibrana Conceria, Tarano, Italian Vachetta Leather, Double Shoulder, Midnight Blue
Quality Vachetta leather. You'll want the 4.5/5oz 1.8-2.0mm weight/thickness. With this piece, you'll be able to make multiple journal covers and even passport covers
Valdibrana Conceria, Tarano, Italian Vachetta Leather, Double Shoulder, Carmine Red
Quality Vachetta leather. You'll want the 4.5/5oz 1.8-2.0mm weight/thickness. The 1.5 sq ft option is enough for just 1 cover
Walpier Conceria, Buttero, Italian Vachetta Leather, Panel, Green #11
Pomegranate Charm 16K Gold Filled Fruit Charms Red Mini Micro Pave Charms for Earrings Necklace Bulk Permanent Jewelry Charms Tiny Charms
Grommets to cover the holes
Litoexpe 2MM Tiny Grommets Eyelets 200 Pcs
Love her and how bold she is
Planner Paper Clip | Gold Halloween Bookmark for Journal | Accessories | Cute Spooky Planning Accessory | Book Placeholder Charm Fall
Elastic cords with a variety of colors 2mm
10 Yards Elastic Beading Stretch Cord
Charms from etsy
Custom Charm Necklaces and Bracelets, TomDesign Custom Jewelry CHR
Personalize your journal with your birthstone
Raw Birthstone Charm, Edge Electroplated Charms, Crystals Raw Pendant, Healing Pendant, Rough Birthstone Crystal Necklace Pendants
Love this option
Custom Brass Metal Paper Clips/ Metal Paper Clip/Binder Clips,/Office Supplies
Really pretty burgundy color 2mm
PATIKIL 109 Yards 2mm Burgundy Red Bungee Cord
Clips for when you need it
Penco Plastic Clip | 26 Colors | For Journals, Planners, Diaries, Notebooks, Art Projects | New Colors
Etsy charms
18K Gold Individual Separate Charms, Add a Charm, For Custom Charm Necklace or Bracelet, Custom Jewelry, Pick Your Charms, Personalized Gift
It’s great for burnishing edges, and finishing leather to a glossy glass-like shine. This formula is easy to work with, quick to clean up, and made from only natural waxes
Seiwa Tokonole Leather Burnishing Compound 8oz
Smooths the edges after the burnishing gum
Aliotech Round Head Leather Edge Burnish Kit
You'll only need this if you're adding pockets.
Fiebing's Leathercraft Cement 4 oz Glue
NOTEBOOK INSERTS
For daily planning
DAILY DOCKET Traveler's Notebook Insert - Choice of 23 colors and 8 sizes
Canvas or paper insert sleeves with pockets
B.Y.O.J - Part 3: Choose kraft paper or canvas insert for your journal
Customize to your hearts content
Travelers Journal Paper Inserts: Lined, Watercolor, Grid, Weekly Planner
Black paper book option
Midori Insert Black Paper Grid Dots Lined Gray Travelers Notebook Black Brown Regular A5 Wide B6 Slim Personal A6 Pocket FN Passport Micro
