Journals, Sketchbooks, Wedding & Memory Books Bound By Hand

You can browse by collection below or contact me for a bespoke book.

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

Customer Reviews

Accordion Sketchbooks (Concertina) Handmade in the UK

"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.

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

Luxury Wedding Wedding Memory Book (guest book / photo album) bound by hand in England

"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


Personalised Bespoke Leather Wedding and Memory Books from Bound by Hand.

Bespoke Personalised Books

Are you planning a wedding, celebrating an anniversary or commemorating a special person? A bespoke book from artisan bookbinder Susan Green is sure to exceed expectations. Bound by hand with tactile, archival-quality materials in practical and beautiful binding styles, these are handmade books that you can treasure for a lifetime. Choose your own colour combinations and have a personalised dedication printed on the title page to make your book extra special. Susan has made bespoke books for delighted clients all over the world for 10+ years, and will work with you every step of the way to ensure your book is perfect. Click the button or email info@boundbyhand.co.uk

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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