Handmade in a small workshop near Hoi An, this journal pairs Vietnamese hand embroidery with traditional bookbinding. Each cover is wrapped in natural linen, then embroidered by hand with tiny wildflowers using cotton thread. The floral design is first sketched lightly onto the fabric, stretched in a hoop, and then built up stitch by stitch with classic techniques like satin, backstitch, and French knots.
Inside, the unlined pages are hand bound. The paper has a warm, smooth texture that works beautifully for writing, sketching, or personal notes. Over time, the fabric softens and the embroidered threads pick up a gentle patina from use, giving each journal a quietly loved, one-of-a-kind character.
Material: Linen cloth cover with hand embroidery, hardback cover, cotton embroidery thread
Embroidery: Hand stitched floral design, each cover finished by a single artisan
Pages: Handbound, thick, unlined writing paper
Size: Approx. 8 x 6 in (21 x 15 cm)
Origin: Handmade in a small embroidery and bookbinding workshop near Hoi An, Vietnam
Uniqueness: Thread colors, stitch details, and fabric weave vary naturally from journal to journal
Vietnam has a long tradition of handbound books once used for family records, poems, lessons, and everyday notes. Pages were made from natural fibers, dried in the sun, and stitched together with simple, reliable binding that kept memories safe for years. Embroidery carries an equally deep history. Families passed the craft from generation to generation, creating flowers, birds, and lucky symbols by hand to mark important moments like weddings, new babies, or a loved one beginning a new chapter.
These two time-honored traditions share the same spirit of patience and care, and their long survival speaks to the mastery behind them. Together, they blend into a modern expression of Vietnamese craftsmanship that still honors the old techniques while giving them new life.
When will I receive my order?
Orders generally arrive within 17 days. Each journal is handmade and shipped by air from Vietnam.
Where do you deliver and what does shipping cost?
Shipping is free within the continental United States. We do not currently ship outside this region.
Where are these journals made?
Each journal is handcrafted in central Vietnam, just across the river from Hoi An, using traditional leatherworking and bookbinding methods.
What makes each journal unique?
Because the embroidery is done completely by hand, no two covers are exactly alike. Thread tension, tiny stitch choices, and the natural weave of the linen all create small variations. The pages may also show subtle differences in edge finish and texture.
Can the journal be used for drawing?
Yes. The unlined pages work well for writing, sketching, and mixed-pen journaling.
What is your return policy?
You may return any item within 30 days for a full refund. Return shipping to our South Carolina address is all we ask you to cover.