Genuine Sheepskin Leather Journal, Blank Chamois Paper | Layered Frame | Antique Metal Motif | Dog Head
Genuine Sheepskin Leather Journal, Blank Chamois Paper | Layered Frame | Antique Metal Motif | Dog Head
Layered Frame & Antique Metal Motif is a handcrafted leather journal made from vegetable-tanned genuine sheepskin, finished with a layered frame design and a vintage-inspired antique metal motif. Each cover is hand-cut, shaped and finished by artisans, giving every piece its own texture, depth and character.
The antique metal detail adds a nostalgic, old-world feeling to the journal, making it ideal for travelers, writers, collectors, history lovers, steampunk-inspired gift shops and boutique stationery displays. No two journals are exactly alike; the natural grain, surface marks and slight tonal differences of the leather make each one unique.
Inside, the journal features 70 gsm chamois-toned uncoated paper, selected for comfortable writing, sketching and daily note-taking. With 91% opacity, the paper helps reduce bleed-through and works well with pencils, ballpoint pens, fine-liners and most everyday writing tools.
The special stitched binding allows the journal to open 180 degrees lay-flat, making it practical for both desk use and travel use. It is available in five sizes, from pocket-friendly Mini to statement Large.
The leather is processed with natural root dye and is certified chrome-free and formaldehyde-free. Over time, the leather develops a natural patina, giving the journal a deeper, richer character with use.
Key Features
- Genuine vegetable-tanned sheepskin leather cover
- Layered frame design with antique metal motif
- Handcrafted finish, each journal is unique
- 70 gsm chamois-toned uncoated paper
- 91% opacity to reduce bleed-through
- 180° lay-flat special stitched binding
- Natural root dye leather processing
- Chrome-free and formaldehyde-free leather
- Ideal for writing, sketching, journaling, travel notes and gifting
- Suitable for souvenir shops, bookstores, concept stores and boutique retail
Available Sizes
Mini
10.5 × 12 cm
96 sheets / 192 pages
Small
12 × 15 cm
120 sheets / 240 pages
Medium
12.5 × 16.5 cm
120 sheets / 240 pages
Medium Plus
14 × 18.5 cm
144 sheets / 288 pages
Large
17 × 22.5 cm
192 sheets / 384 pages
Made by hand. No two alike.
Every Vian journal passes through at least twelve pairs of hands before it reaches yours. Genuine full-grain leather, hand-sculpted and finished with antique brass hardware in our Antalya atelier.
Your customers don't
buy a journal.
They buy a feeling.
In a world of mass-produced notebooks, a Vian journal stops people in their tracks. The weight in the hand. The resistance of full-grain leather. The face staring back from the cover — sculpted by an artisan in Antalya who has been doing this for years. These are objects that demand to be picked up. And once picked up, they almost always sell themselves.
From hide to heirloom.
Every step by hand.
Leather Selection
Every journal begins with a single hide. Our leather specialist selects full-grain sheepskin by touch — feeling for the right density, natural grain, and character. Hides with imperfections are kept: they become the most interesting pieces.
Sculpting & Forming
The leather is dampened, stretched over a form, and worked by hand until it holds its shape. For 3D sculpted pieces, the artisan pushes the leather into relief from behind — a technique unchanged for centuries. No moulds. No machines. Just hands and patience.
Stitching & Binding
Covers are stitched with waxed thread pulled by hand through pre-punched holes. The binding holds 70gsm antique chamois paper — cream-toned, acid-free, with a texture that makes writing feel like an event. Pages are sewn in signatures, not glued.
Hardware & Finishing
Antique brass clasps are fitted by hand. Each one is tested — the click and resistance checked, the patina inspected. The journal is then buffed, conditioned, and wrapped. From selection to shipping, no two journals pass through exactly the same hands in exactly the same way.
"We don't make products.
We make objects people keep for decades."
Objects that sell
themselves on
any shelf.
Retailers who stock Vian consistently report that customers pick up the journals unprompted, examine them closely, and ask questions. Display value is built in. Every piece is a conversation starter.
Every detail,
accounted for.
What retailers
ask us most.
Our standard MOQ is 10 units per collection. For mixed orders across multiple collections, the minimum is 10 units per collection line. We have no site-wide order minimum beyond this — you can order from one collection at 10 units, or from all seven at once.
Yes, genuinely. The hand-sculpting process combined with natural leather variation means every piece differs in texture, tone, and detail. This is not a marketing claim — it is a physical fact of how they are made. No two journals leave our atelier identical.
Fill in our wholesale inquiry form. We review all applications within 48 hours. Once approved, you receive wholesale pricing, a product catalogue, and a dedicated account manager. We work with boutiques, gift shops, concept stores, museum shops, and online retailers worldwide.
Standard wholesale orders ship within 2–3 weeks of payment confirmation. Large orders (100+ units) or custom orders may require 4–6 weeks. We provide a firm lead time before you confirm your order — no surprises.
Yes. Custom embossing — logo, text, or design — is available for orders of 50+ units. Setup fees apply. Lead time for custom orders is 4–6 weeks from artwork approval. For fully bespoke designs, we accept commissions for orders of 100+ units.
Every defective piece is replaced or refunded — no questions asked. We conduct quality control on every journal before it leaves our atelier. If something is not right when it arrives, we fix it. Your stock should be retail-ready from day one.
Ready to stock
Layered Frame & Antique Metal Motif
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