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A reusable 8 x 6 patchwork leather journal cover made from repurposed fabric and leather.
Best for: Writers, artists, memory keepers, sustainably minded gift buyers, anniversaries, birthdays, and anyone who wants a one-of-a-kind refillable journal.
At a glance
Product details
What arrives: one reusable 8 x 6 leather-and-fabric cover with one included unlined 100-page notebook insert
Cover: repurposed leather frame with patchwork panels made from repurposed fabric
Paper: 120 gsm handmade, acid-free, and tree-free paper
Paper style: unlined
Refillable: yes; book-jacket-style inner flaps hold compatible 8 x 6 notebook inserts
Origin: handmade in India
Optional gift wrap adds a ribbon and handwritten card
Slight variations in fabric, leather color, and texture are part of what makes each journal individual.
Personalization
Add a name, date, or short line of up to 20 characters in black ink. Allow two days for personalization. Personalized journals are final sale.
Kindly Note: We're Crafted with Care, Not Clicked to Rush!
We take pride in our bespoke approach to fulfilling your orders. Unlike the lightning-fast pace of Amazon, we dedicate 1-3 business days to meticulously prepare and process each order with the personal touch it deserves. Your patience allows us to ensure the exceptional quality you expect and appreciate. Thank you for supporting our commitment to excellence over expedience!
Everything gets packed and shipped from our warehouse in Oakland, California.
The cost and speed of shipping depends on the delivery destination and the weight of the order.
Free shipping is available for orders over $50.
We offer USPS and UPS shipping, as well as DHL International shipping at the checkout page.
Handmade disclaimer
As with all handmade and small-batch items, no two pieces are exactly the same.
Since we use recycled and upcycled materials, variations in size, color, and design will occur naturally.
We guarantee the quality of our handmade products, and we hope that you enjoy and celebrate these variations and natural imperfections as much as we do.
Note: Color discrepancies may occur between this product and your computer screen. Our materials have natural marks and lines that make every piece unique.
A cover with a second chapter
Made to be filled
A patchwork cover carries more than one story. By bringing together fabric we already had with repurposed leather, each journal becomes a useful object with a different mix of color, texture, and history.
Inside is an unlined 120 gsm handmade, acid-free notebook for daily writing, sketches, and ideas. When the notebook is full, the leather-and-fabric cover stays in use: book-jacket-style inner flaps hold a compatible 8 x 6 insert in place.
Make it a family heirloom.
Give those stories, memories, recipes that you want to remember for years and pass down over generations a place to live.
This is perfect for:
The keeper of family stories, the one who saves ticket stubs, recipes, and grandma's sayings, and wants a home for them that looks like it has history too.
Colorful fabric remnants are set into a salvaged leather frame, so each cover is a one-off patchwork. That makes for a collectable that is unique to you and your family.
An heirloom in the making: the refillable cover can be handed down with every filled insert tucked inside.
100 unlined pages of handmade paper for collage, art journaling, poetry, and memory keeping, all of which stand up to glue, paint, and heavy ink.
The cover
Made to gather character
Patchwork fabric panels are set into a repurposed leather frame to create a cover that is personal and different. Slight shifts in fabric placement, leather color, and texture are expected and make each journal individual.
The paper
120 gsm Handmade Acid-Free Paper
The included notebook has 120 gsm handmade, acid-free, unlined paper for writing, sketching, and reflective notes. Ballpoint and gel pens are easy, everyday choices and work well with handmade paper. Markers generally work well also. Because handmade paper can vary slightly by batch, fountain pen users should test their preferred nib and ink on a small area first.
Questions about this journal
Product FAQ
How does the refillable cover work?
Book-jacket-style inner flaps hold a compatible 8 x 6 notebook insert in place. When the notebook is full, remove it and slide in another compatible insert.
What type of paper is inside?
The included notebook has 120 gsm handmade, acid-free, unlined paper.
Is each patchwork cover the same?
No. The fabric placement, color mix, and leather texture vary, which is part of what makes each journal individual.
Can I personalize it?
Yes. Add up to 20 characters in black ink. Allow 2 days. Personalized items are final sale.
What occasion is it best for?
It is a thoughtful birthday, anniversary, graduation, or thank-you gift for someone who values writing, creativity, and objects with a story.
How should I use it?
Use the included notebook for daily notes, sketches, memory keeping, or reflective writing, then keep the cover and replace the insert when it is full.
What pens work best?
Ballpoint and gel pens are easy everyday choices, and markers generally work well. Fountain pen users should test first because handmade paper can vary by batch.
How is it packaged?
Most of the journals come in Soothi branded Kraft box or drawstring bag. We offer optional gift wrapping which includes some ribbon and a handwritten note to make the gift extra special.
Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.9 / 5 from 1558 reviews.
I’m a repeat purchaser of Soothi journals. I love them. First and foremost I love their sustainability. I don’t purchase leather first hand but love supporting second hand leather. I love that all their pages are made of cotton. I also love the high quality of their journals. I’ve never had a journal of this high quality. They’re sustainable and extremely beautiful and high quality. Pretty much everything you want in a journal. They also have a lot of pages.
The inks were alright, but with as little experience I had with glass pens, it was an awesome tool to use! Additionally, I am quite amazed to see it come in one piece, all of the parts worked as I thought they would. I would honestly buy from here again!
Its my favorite journal company. This is my fourth journal I have brought in the last 4 years. I have given them out as gifts and my friends love them. The book has a vintage look and the paper is of high quality. I am impressed with the work. Thank you.. I love the charms rings of affirmation. Best of it all, Soothi donate trees to different countries and you get to pick.
I love the lighter color of this journal. As always the materials are super high quality, the paper is amazing and I love the tie string. This journal is made to last!
The words aren't very dark on the quote so I was a little bummed about that. You can't really read it super well. But other than that it's a great journal.
Oops journals are some of my favorite! I love coming up with creative ways to cover the little "oopsies" It's a lot of fun. There a great price and amazing quality! Get one and let your creativity flow ☺️
This is probably my favorite journal I've bought from Soothi. I love the fun quote on the front, and I'm a huge fan of the lined paper. I wish more of the journals had the options for lines! Overall beautiful journal.
Such a beautiful journal, hand made leather. Can’t wait to make more family memories to write in my clean canvas journal. You also get sent a card to plant your very own tree with every journal! How amazing is that! ❤️🌳❤️🌳
The Soothi "If A Story" Handmade Leather Journal is a beautiful, well-crafted notebook ideal for writers, travelers, or anyone who appreciates quality stationery. Wrapped in a gorgeous, rustic leather cover that softens with age, it features a motivational quote by William Faulkner for a touch of inspiration. With 100 blank pages for writing, sketching, or brainstorming, the unlined format offers complete creative freedom. The handy 7" x 5" size makes it portable and perfect for taking anywhere. But it's not just functional – the rich leather is a pleasure to hold and adds a touch of elegance to any desk. It's as beautiful to look at as it is to write in.
I ordered an "oops" item and received that perfect little journal. I love it and am very happy with it. I have bought several things from Soothi over the years and I have been super stoked about everything I have received. Great craftsmanship, it's practically an art. I highly recommend this shop when you're shopping for self-care/love or a gift for someone special.
Love the quality of the leather. Feels weathered and wears well. Surprisingly light journal considering the amount of pages and leather binding. Nice pen compartment, though I only use it if I'm traveling.
To note: If you do watercolor, the pages are heavy but slightly yellowed.
I like this journal so much that I bought 3 of them....1 for me and 2 for my weird and wonderful friends. It doesn't just say Weird and Wonderful, however. The complete quote on the journal is
"all things Weird and Wonderful". It's a great soft leather journal with awesome lined pages and a string tie.
"Earth Element Refillable Stone Leather Journal" has a very beautiful cover. BUT the binding of the papers inside is different from other non-refillable journals. Not easy to use. So I returned it. Please take a careful look at the picture of the papers inside the journal, especially the binding area.
I was skeptical since I've never bought from this site, but.........
Bought this journal for my Father-In-Law for Christmas this year (Christmas 2023 photos) who's been writing in journals all of his life, he said this is one of the best he's ever had. The leather smell hit him when he first opened the box, it hit us all! He loved it! The book, the smell, the inscription! He said he couldn't wait to start writing in it at the beginning of the 2024 year, which just happens to be TODAY!
Thanks for helping me with this great gift!
Not the same color leather stain as in the promotional photo. Was drawn to it for the look, but didn’t come like that at all. Same stain as everything else.
I like soothi journals so I’ll use it, but it’ll probably be a bit before I buy anymore due to mistaken advertising - I wanna buy what I know I’m gonna get.
I thought I was getting an oops item like a journal, but it’s literally what one sees in the photo - some oops 10 pk of blank cards - which I had no idea what it was until it showed up and I realized I just bought the most expensive blank note cards I’ve ever purchased in my life.
Not worth it. Envelopes flimsy and I don’t know what I’d ever use these for. But because it’s an oops item there are no returns.
Some blotchy leather stain on the back and some inadequate stain on the front lettering, but it’s a beautiful journal otherwise.
Just has QC overlooked cosmetic character.
I typically like the soothi journals though.
Some of ooops journals are absolutely 💯 usable but some are the paper to write on is rough but I love the surprise of ooops
Thanks for personal little note on the tabs holders I use as a book mark. As a journal blogger thank you for the smaller hand held versions need more with a pen holder Love it thank you
Larger than I expected...may actually have to reinforce the handle at attachment point cuz I keep loading it up with so much stuff ;) Sheds a little but I expect that will lessen over time. A real attention getter cuz of the fun quote!
Larger than expected...may have to reinforce the handle at attachment point cuz I keep loading it up ;) Sheds a little but I expect that will lessen over time. It's a real attention getter cuz of the fun quote!
