Genuine Sheepskin Leather Journal, Blank Chamois Paper | Wrinkled Embossed Frame | Antique Resin Motif | Oval Winged Dragon
Genuine Sheepskin Leather Journal, Blank Chamois Paper | Wrinkled Embossed Frame | Antique Resin Motif | Oval Winged Dragon
Wrinkled Embossed Frame & Antique Resin Motif Leather Journal
Each journal begins as a raw piece of premium sheepskin leather, carefully measured, hand-cut, and shaped by skilled artisans. The defining element of this series is the refined embossed frame that outlines the cover, creating a structured and elegant border. Within this frame, natural leather wrinkles are shaped entirely by hand, forming an organic texture that contrasts beautifully with the symmetry of the frame. At the center, a hand-cast and hand-painted antique resin motif brings the design to life, giving the journal the presence of a mystical artifact or an ancient spellbook.
Designed for fantasy enthusiasts, artists, writers, and those drawn to mystical or symbolic objects, this journal blends structure and storytelling into a tactile experience. The combination of framed leather, organic folds, and a detailed resin figure creates a strong visual identity while maintaining a natural warmth.
🌱 100% Natural, Skin-Safe & Lab Tested
Crafted from vegetable-tanned genuine sheepskin leather using natural root dyes. Free from chrome and formaldehyde, certified by university laboratory testing. Develops a rich patina over time.
Embossed Frame, Handcrafted Wrinkles & Resin Motif
The embossed frame provides structure, while hand-shaped leather folds add depth. A 3D antique resin motif anchors the center, creating a balanced and striking composition.
5 Size Options
Ex Mini, Mini, Small, Medium, Large. Suitable for both portable use and extensive journaling.
Vintage Chamois Paper
Uncoated woodfree yellow-toned paper that reduces eye strain and complements the leather aesthetic.
Smooth Writing Surface
70 g/m² paper with 91% opacity. Works well with ballpoint pens, gel pens, and pencils. Quick ink absorption.
Lay-Flat Binding
180° special-stitched binding ensures a flat writing surface across all pages.
One of a Kind
Each piece varies slightly in tone, wrinkle pattern, and texture due to full handcrafting.
Note
Not recommended for fountain pens or alcohol-based markers due to paper thickness.
Technical Specifications
Paper Type: Uncoated woodfree (Chamois)
Weight: 70 g/m²
Opacity: 91%
Bulk: 1.14 cm³/g
Roughness: 120 ml/min (Bendtsen)
Binding: 180° Lay-Flat Special-Stitched
Material: Vegetable-Tanned Genuine Sheepskin Leather & Antique Resin Motif
Dye: Natural Root Dye (Chrome & Formaldehyde Free)
Sizes
4.13" x 4.72" — 96 Sheets / 192 Pages
4.72" x 5.91" — 120 Sheets / 240 Pages
4.92" x 6.50" — 120 Sheets / 240 Pages
5.51" x 7.28" — 144 Sheets / 288 Pages
6.69" x 8.86" — 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.
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Vian journals
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