I’ve been testing the Clairefontaine Goldline Multi-technique A5 sketchbook for sometime now. It was something that was brought to my attention specifically after I bemoaned that Exacompta was no longer making a blank refill that contained excellent paper for sketching and drawing. The book contains 140g/65lb smooth white paper and a classic “oil cloth” cover.…
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Notebook Review: Papier Tigre 3 Pocket Notebooks Set
The Papier Tigre A6 3-Pack of Notebooks ($15.33USD) is simply packaged with a black bulldog clip that holds the paper wrap onto the books and is then reusable by the books’ owner. Handy! The set includes three A6-sized (105 x 148 mm or 4.1 x 5.8 in) notebooks, each printed with graphic illustrations in bold…
Notebook Review: Tangible Stationery Customized Forbes F24 Journal
When the folks at Tangible Stationery Co, Ltd. approached me about reviewing their new line of notebooks, I admit I was a little skeptical. At first glance, the A5 soft touch notebooks look quite a bit like many other notebooks on the market. Sure, they are available in the coveted dot grid so that certainly…
Preview: Baron Fig Lock & Key (Squire & Confidant Set)
When it comes to a themed set, after the Back to School Set, I didn’t think Baron Fig could top themselves again so soon. But their latest release, the Lock & Key Squire and Confidant Set ($77) is a fabulous pairing. The Lock Confidant notebook ($20 if purchased separately) is a deep, forest green, linen…
Notebook Review: Octaevo Notebooks
Review by Laura Cameron When I dug into the samples for The Desk to review, I was delighted to find a set of Octaevo notebooks. The Travel Notes Gold Pack ($19.00) is a set of three passport sized notebooks. The covers are linen, and printed with stamps of Mediterranean cities. The blue notebook is the…
Notebook Review: Hippo Noto A5 Cream Dot Grid
Review by Laura Cameron Like many of you, I’m sure, I was excited to receive my Hippo Noto in the mail. I ordered the Turquoise A5 with the cream dot grid paper ($33). When my Hippo Noto arrived, I was first impressed by the packaging. The Hippo Noto comes in a beautiful sturdy black box…
Notebook Review: Weskin Bookblock
The Weskin Bookblock (£15) is a classic A5 notebook with bookcloth cover, gilt edges and lined paper. The end papers are an interesting geometric design printed in dark grey on ivory paper. The coordinating bellyband is perforated and can be repurposed into a bookmark. The notebook covers are semi-flexible and feature two grosgrain ribbon bookmarks.…