There’s something grounding about writing things down—lists, sketches, thoughts, moments, grocery reminders, you name it. And for years, I’ve been dreaming about creating a handmade leather traveller’s notebook that feels beautiful, durable, and deeply personal. Now it finally exists, and I’m so excited to share it.
My traveller’s notebook starts with a piece of hand-cut leather—no factory stamping, no automated cutting tables. Just me, my tools, and a gorgeous piece of leather that gets softer and richer with every touch. Inside, three individual hand-sewn notebooks are held in place with elastic cord. When one fills up, you simply slide it out and slip in a fresh one. No waste, no guilt, just endless possibility.
Each insert notebook is stitched by hand, which gives them a lovely, slightly rustic feel. Not messy—just beautifully handmade. Whether you use it for art, travel memories, recipes, or daily to-dos, it adapts to you.
There’s something wonderful about having a notebook that feels alive. One that ages with you. One that carries little dents and soft spots from days you needed it most. As someone who teaches and encourages creativity, I wanted to make a tool that feels equally welcoming to artists and non-artists alike.
This notebook has already become my constant companion—tucked into my bag, on the table beside my paints. And I love seeing how others use theirs: as sketchbooks, gratitude journals, planners, nature logs, even portable art kits for kids.
In a world that moves fast, this notebook slows things down. It invites you to pause, write, draw, dream, and keep your life in one beautiful place. And because it’s fully refillable, it becomes a lifelong creative partner rather than a disposable product.
Handmade things matter—especially the ones you carry with you every day.
Lisa Solonynko: Make Life Colourful 