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Leather Memory Book handmade in the UK by Bound by Hand

Bound by Hand

finely crafted leather books with vegan & eco-friendly options
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Leather Wedding Guest Book Bound by Hand in the UK with sustainable linen ribbon

Wedding Guest Books

personalised lay-flat leather books
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Artist's Sketchbooks

folded, lay-flat & Japanese styles
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Sustainable Sketchbooks: cotton rag, linen and paper eco-friendly gifts for artists

Sustainable Collection

earth-friendly natural materials
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Leather Memory Book / Scrapbook family album, memorial book or retirement gift

Memory Books

luxurious leather scrapbooks bound to last a lifetime
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Journals, Sketchbooks, Wedding and Memory Books Bound by Hand

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Bestsellers
Bestsellers
Artist's Sketchbooks
Artist's Sketchbooks

Wedding Guest Books
Wedding Guest Books
Leather Memory Books
Leather Memory Books
Leather Journals
Leather Journals

Non-Leather Notebooks, Journals & Sketchbooks
Non-Leather Notebooks, Journals & Sketchbooks
Miniature Journals
Miniature Journals
Sustainable Journals & Sketchbooks
Sustainable Journals & Sketchbooks

Personalised bespoke leather Memory Book (scrapbook) for wedding or family album.

Personalisation

Are you planning a wedding, celebrating an anniversary or commemorating a special person? A personalised Memory Book or Wedding Guest Book is the perfect way to make memories.

You can choose your own colour combination and have a special dedication printed on the titlepage to personalise your book.

I have been making bespoke books for delighted clients all over the world for over 10 years, and I'll work with you every step of the way to ensure your special book is perfect.

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Bookbinder Susan Green is a member of the Heritage Crafts Association.

Craftsmanship

Each and every book offered here at Bound by Hand is made with care by me, Susan Green, in my Dorset studio.

Honouring natural materials and using traditional bookbinding techniques, I bind books which are beautiful yet practical and, above all else, a pleasure to use and cherish for years to come.

Click below to learn more about what makes my books so special.

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Sustainable Packaging at Bound by Hand

Worldwide Delivery

I ship worldwide from the UK with standard and express delivery options, using recyclable, home-compostable packaging.

I can deliver directly to your gift recipient and include a handwritten note to make your loved one's experience extra special.

For the quickest service choose from the Ready to Ship Collection. Click below for delivery costs and timescales.

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Press

Leather Journals Bound by Hand in British Vogue magazine

Testimonials

Hand holds set of 3 Accordion (Concertina) Sketchbooks in Natural, Bound by Hand

"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 Leather Journal in Teal and Grey, handmade in the UK

“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

Leather Memory Book for Wedding, Retirement or Memorial handmade in the UK

"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


Featured Collection: Sustainable

Hand holds spine of Longstitch Vegan Sketchbook
Hand holds spine of Longstitch Vegan Sketchbook
A5 Cork Vegan Sketchbook: Rose Gold & Turquoise with recycled cartridge paper
£59.00 GBP
Cotton Rag Wabi Sabi Sketchbooks: (top to bottom): Miniature, X Small, Small, Medium, Large and Chunky
Cotton Rag Wabi Sabi Sketchbooks: (top to bottom): Miniature, X Small, Small, Medium, Large and Chunky
Wabi Sabi Sketchbook: cotton rag paper, 5 sizes
from £25.00 GBP
Handmade Cork Vegan Miniature Journal Rose Gold, Natural
Handmade Cork Vegan Miniature Journal Rose Gold, Natural
Cork Vegan Miniature Journal: Natural / Rose Gold
£15.00 GBP
Japanese Stab Stitch Sketchbooks bound in cotton rag handmade khadi paper.
Japanese Stab Stitch Sketchbooks bound in cotton rag handmade khadi paper.
Japanese Stab Stitch Sketchbook: cotton rag paper, A3 or A4
from £35.00 GBP

Studio news

SALE: Accordion / Sketchbook set of 3 artist's books in Bloom
January sale: save up to 50% on journals and sketchbooks

January 07, 2022

Save up to 50% on selected handmade leather, vegan cork and paperback journals and sketchbooks in the annual Bound by Hand sale during January only...

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Christmas last order dates for worldwide delivery - Bound by Hand
Christmas Last Order Dates, 2021

November 25, 2021

I ship worldwide from the UK with standard and express delivery options and also offer Click & Collect if you live near to Wimborne, Dorset. Please order from the Ready to Ship Collection by 4pm (GMT) on the dates listed here.

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Sustainable Packing Supplies for UK Makers
Sustainable Packaging Supplies (and what to do with them)

February 25, 2021

Someone asked where I get my sustainable packaging supplies from, so I thought I might as well share here in case the info is useful to my fellow makers. Please share with anyone who might find it helpful.

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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: 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. 205 mm or 8 inches approx. 64 pages
A5 Medium 210 mm or 8.25 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
Handmade Mini Leather Journals

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