Handmade Journal / Diary - Steampunk

• Size: 19 x 14 cm
• No of pages: 56 (counting both sides)
• Paper: 240 gsm Coriandoli Cream paper
• Binding: Secret Belgian
• Opens Flat
• Acid-Free
• Suitabe for Photos

𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐬:

• It comes with its own bag, to be stored safely and/or be nicely presented as a gift.
• All my journals come with a certification of authenticity.

The 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐭 𝐁𝐞𝐥𝐠𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐁𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 is a method of bookbinding that uses primary and secondary sewing, resulting in a distinct thread pattern on the cover and spine of the finished book. The primary sewing is used to create the text block. The secondary sewing is used to bind the text block to the cover boards. This binding was invented in the mid-1980s by Anne Goy, a Belgian bookbinder. She was looking for a Western version of the traditional Japanese stab binding techniques. She wanted a book that would open flat but with the appearance of stab sewing.

The book cover is made using three separate pieces: front cover, back cover, and spine piece. The spine piece is held in place only by threads passing over and under it. It creates a distinct thread pattern on the cover and it is a very sturdy binding that allows the book to open completely flat.

The journal has 56 pages of top quality acid-free eco paper of 240 gsm (130 lbs), 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐥𝐢 𝐏𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐫, a French paper that resembles handmade papers of an older time. It is made with 50% recycled paper, 40% cellulose, and 10% cotton, and the surface is cured with natural gelatin. It is ideal for several types of inks, pencil, pastel, charcoal, and printmaking. This luxurious paper with its vintage color and style is the perfect mat for photos of any kind (even monochromatic).