Handmade Journals

Back in the day, monks wandered the streets of Italy with small books called Vade Mecum’ – that’s latin for “to go with me”. Now, for over 15 years, I have been bringing this ancient Italian treasure to wanderers and wonderers of our time’ placing thousands of these books in the hands of artists, musicians, writers, photographers, backpackers, architects, poets, philosophers, and all sorts of fascinating people with something to say or save in a meticulously crafted archival book’ people like you.

Here are some other journals to choose from photo album or One-of-a-Kind

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    One-of-a-Kind Journals

    These are my babies..my special 1-of-a-kind books! Some of the “latches” I am using on the books were originally icebox hinges that I have cut a slot into in order to use it as a hasp! ALL of the icebox hinges are vintage and are …

  • small journal 44

    Small Journal - 4" x 6"

    The Small Journal is extra packable for those wishing to travel light. Best for those with small hands… children, elves, etc. Click here to see photos of leather options! …

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    $80.00
  • original journal

    The Original - 5" x 7.5"

    The Original is our most popular journal size. Ample space for writing, illustrating, and standard size photos and postcards. Click here to see photos of leather options! …

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    $90.00
  • writers journal 51

    The Writer Journal - 7.5" x 7.5"

    For the prolific writer or artist who wants more space to enjoy the experience! Plus, 4” × 6” photos will fit horizontally or vertically. Click here to see photos of leather options! …

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    $110.00
  • ledger journal 84

    The Ledger - 7.5" x 10"

    The Ledger is an oversized book that still fits in a small pack or briefcase. Click here to see photos of leather options! …

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    $120.00
  • super journal 92

    The Super - 7.5" x 11"

    Good size for serious writers, artists, musicians, and collage-folk… plenty of room for a couple of photos per page as well. Click here to see photos of leather options! …

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    $130.00
  • portfolio journal 97

    The Portfolio - 9.5" x 12.5"

    Our most versatile size! The Portfolio evolved from our desire for a perfect travel companion with plenty of room for any form of expression, yet easy to handle and pack. Click here to see photos of leather options! …

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    $160.00
  • ultima journal 100

    The Ultima - 11" x 15"

    The giant of our standard line. For those with big ideas! Click here to see photos of leather options! …

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    $210.00