LEATHER JOURNALS, SKETCHBOOKS, WEDDING GUEST BOOKS AND MEMORY BOOKS

As Seen in

Mini Journals handmade in leather Country Living Gift Guide
Pink Journal Handmade in Leather by Bound By Hand as seen in Vogue magazine
Leather Sketchbook by bound by hand 9 to 5 Gift Guide Elle Malaysia
Leather Travel Journals as seen in Conde Nast Traveller
Leather Journal and linen bookbinding thread as seen in Mollie Makes
Personalized Leather Bound Journals, Memory and Wedding Guest Books

Personalised Handmade Books

Artisan bookbinder Susan Green has been creating personalised books for people all over the world for 10 years. Whether you're celebrating an anniversary, commemorating a special person or planning your wedding, a bespoke book is a fine choice. Bound by hand with archival materials, these books can be treasured for a lifetime. With your own unique colour combinations and personalised dedication printed on the titlepage, your bespoke book is sure to be a very special gift or fitting tribute. Click the button to view your options then email hello@boundbyhand.co.uk

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Testimonials

Cork Mini Journal: ethical, eco-friendly vegan notebook gift handmade in the UK

"These Cork Minis are just darling! The size is even skinny jeans pocket friendly so I can take it with me wherever I go, and use it whenever inspiration strikes."

— Erica, Poland

Bespoke Fine Leather Journal Handmade in England

“These journals really are made with the finest materials, the quality of the leather is evident from touch alone. This is a product which will stand the test of time.”

— Charlotte, West Midlands

Accordion Sketchbooks - concertina, zig zag expandable artist's sketch books

"I received a beautifully wrapped package today and found the three lovely Accordion Sketchbooks I ordered. It is wonderful to find a company who takes such pleasure in their products and craftwork." 

— Judith, Yorkshire.


Luxury Wedding Guest Books and Albums handmade in leather

"I would like to take this opportunity to once again thank you for your great service and the exquisite quality of the memory book." 

— James, Yorkshire

Luxury Leather Scrapbooks hand made in England

“It is so beautiful. The feel of the leather, the titlepage, the heft of the pages... this book will speak volumes about the man that he was.” 

— Allyson, VA USA

Memory Books hand bound in leather

"The colour combinations are brilliant and they are wonderfully tactile; it's nice to have something that is individually made with skill and love - that will last for years." 

— Jen, London 


Size Guide

Use this Size Guide to check the dimensions of the books you're considering purchasing (dimensions are external and refer to the closed book unless otherwise indicated). If you'd like some guidance with selecting the correct size, feel free to contact Susan the bookbinder. You can email info@boundbyhand.co.uk or call +44 (0)7748 759371

Leather Memory Books, Wedding Guest Books, Journals and Sketchbooks
 SIZE HEIGHT WIDTH DEPTH
A4 Large Portrait 12 inches or 305 mm 8.5 inches or 215 mm 1.5 inches or 38 mm
A4 Large Landscape 8.5 inches or 215 mm 12 inches or 305 mm 1.5 inches or 38 mm
A5 Medium Landscape 6 inches or 155 mm 8.5 inches or 215 mm 1.5 inches or 38 mm
A5 Medium Portrait 8.5 inches or 215 mm 6 inches or 155 mm 1.5 inches or 35 mm
A6 Small Landscape 4.5 inches or 114 mm 6 inches or 155 mm 1 inch or 25 mm
A6 Small Portrait 6 inches or 155 mm 4.5 inches or 114 mm 1 inch or 25 mm

 

Miniature Journals
 One Size 3 inches or 76 mm 2.25 inches or 60 mm 20 mm or 0.75 inches

 

Marbled Notebooks
 A4 Large 297 mm or 11.5 inches approx. 205mm or 8.25 inches approx. 64 pages
A5 Medium 210 mm or 5.75 inches approx. 145 mm or 5.75 inches approx. 56 pages
A6 Small  150 mm or 6 inches approx. 100 mm or 4 inches approx. 48 pages
A7 Pocket 106 mm or 4.25 inches approx. 72 mm or 2.75 inches approx. 40 pages
Summer Holidays

Summer Holidays

I'm away from the studio for 2 weeks. You can still place orders, they'll start shipping 27 August.

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