{"product_id":"wabi-sabi-cotton-rag-sketchbook","title":"Cotton Rag 'Wabi Sabi' Sketchbook: handmade paper, 4 sizes \u0026 3 options","description":"\u003ch1\u003eCotton Rag Sketchbook | handmade khadi paper art journal\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis lay-flat handmade cotton rag sketchbook embraces the beauty of tactile natural materials and offers a pleasurable, practical space for your creative adventures. The \u003cstrong\u003e210gsm pages are 100% cotton rag handmade paper\u003c\/strong\u003e that’s acid-free, medium surface, with a satisfying tooth and texture for dry or wet media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHandmade cotton rag khadi paper is an excellent choice whether you're a professional, student or beginner artist, and whatever medium you like to work in. These sketchbooks are \u003cstrong\u003ebeloved by artists\u003c\/strong\u003e working in a variety of styles, read more for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\"Paper thickness for me is perfect - I used ink, charcoal, pen and collage on my pages and no bleed to the other side.\"  - Samantha, Hampshire\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e100% Cotton Rag Sketchbook for wet, dry \u0026amp; mixed media\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe high-quality cotton rag paper I selected for these sketchbooks takes \u003cstrong\u003eall wet media\u003c\/strong\u003e equally well, including watercolour, gouache, acrylic, oil and ink. That’s because the pages are internally and externally sized, so there's no paper buckling to impact how pleased you feel with your finished results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe natural tooth and texture of the handmade cotton rag pages also provide a \u003cstrong\u003egood grip for dry media\u003c\/strong\u003e including charcoal and pencil, as well as mixed media collage and even embroidery stitching on paper. This sketchbook is the perfect place for every kind of adventure!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhy choose cotton rag paper?\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCotton rag paper is long fibre and exceptionally strong, so it can handle a lot of use, repeated applications of wet media and dry erasing, too. \u003cstrong\u003eColours remain vibrant and true\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the pages retain their structural integrity after many weeks, months or years of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLay-flat binding.\u003c\/strong\u003e Wabi Sabi Sketchbooks lie flat on a table for easy use, so you don't need to use binder clips or weights to use this cotton rag sketchbook! But they also turn 360 degrees in a circle, so your pages are display-ready in a studio or exhibition setting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTactile beauty.\u003c\/strong\u003e These handmade sketchbooks feature natural deckle edges and an exposed spine French Linkstitch binding, which cleverly incorporates an unbleached woven linen ribbon to keep your book securely closed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDurable and heardwearing. \u003c\/strong\u003eAlthough they are intentionally unadorned and coverless for that Wabi Sabi aesthetic, these handmade cotton rag sketchbooks will last your lifetime, thanks to their archival materials and binding style. They'll become an heirloom record of your creative adventures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEco-friendly \u0026amp; ethical. \u003c\/strong\u003eWabi Sabi Sketchbooks are bound only with sustainable materials: recycled cotton, pure linen and natural beeswax. The handmade paper is fair trade and handmade with offcuts from the fashion industry. This reduces landfill waste and helps to protect our environment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCustomisable: \u003c\/strong\u003eadd optional pockets, fold-out pages and\/or covers to your small or medium cotton rag sketchbook, scroll down for the details. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"It is the most exquisite work of art and yet it is still very practical, perfect for all sorts of art work. I just love it.\" - Melanie, Berkshire\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSizes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall\u003c\/strong\u003e A6 ish: 15 x 10.5 cm \/ 6 x 4.25 inches, 64 pages if no customisations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium\u003c\/strong\u003e A5 ish: 21 x 15 cm \/ 8.25 x 6 inches, 80 pages if no customisations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge\u003c\/strong\u003e A4 ish: 28 x 21 cm \/ 11.25 x 8.25  inches, 96 pages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChunky\u003c\/strong\u003e: same as Large, but with 128 pages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"product-component-1750233418898\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"They are exquisitely made, make beautiful gifts and are packed with love.\" - Leigh, Kent\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard books are in stock\u003c\/strong\u003e and sent within 3 working days from my studio in Dorset, UK. All books with optional covers, pockets and\/or fold-outs, are made to order; please allow up to 4 weeks plus delivery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree UK delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e. Arrives ready to gift with an information sheet and a studio postcard in simple, sustainable packaging you can reuse, home compost and\/or recycle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInternational\u003c\/strong\u003e standard and express shipping available, with door-to-door parcel tracking for your peace of mind. Overpayments of international shipping charges will be reimbursed. USA orders are sent Delivery Duty Paid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCustomise your cotton rag sketchbook: pockets, fold-outs, covers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTailor this sketchbook to your particular creative process with these options:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePockets\u003c\/strong\u003e for storing fragments, inspiration, found objects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFold-Out Pages\u003c\/strong\u003e for narratives, landscapes, colour mixing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCover\u003c\/strong\u003e to leave plain, or title and decorate yourself.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Little secret compartments you stumble across as you work... I've got feathers, thread samples, fabric and different papers tucked in mine.\"  - Samantha, Hampshire\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eDetails if you add customisations\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall\u003c\/strong\u003e with fold-outs \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e pockets: 4 horizontal fold-outs or pockets and 40 pages. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall\u003c\/strong\u003e with fold-outs \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e pockets: 2 horizontal fold-outs, 2 pockets and 40 pages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium\u003c\/strong\u003e with fold-outs \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e pockets: 5 vertical fold-outs or pockets and 48 pages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium\u003c\/strong\u003e with fold-outs \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e pockets: 2 vertical fold-outs, 3 pockets and 48 pages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCotton rag sketchbooks inspiration \u0026amp; information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eHow Artists use Cotton Rag Sketchbooks\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTextile artist Samantha Boot uses \u003cstrong\u003eink, charcoal and mixed media\u003c\/strong\u003e in her Wabi Sabi Sketchbook, and uses the pockets for found treasures, fragments and works in progress. The dark images featured here are by kind permission and copyright © \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Artist Maker Samantha Boot\" href=\"https:\/\/www.samanthaboot.com\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSamantha Boot\u003c\/a\u003e, 2024.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBotanical artist Anne McKenzie uses this \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Artist Anne McKenzie colour mix record in cotton rag sketchbook\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DFhSzdnNHWW\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWabi Sabi Sketchbook as a \u003cstrong\u003ecolour mixing journal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArtist Lara D is exploring \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DGjCs-FRcqP\" title=\"Oil and acrylic painting in a handmade cotton rag sketchbook\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eeco-friendly oil and acrylic mediums\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e in this cotton rag sketchbook.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003ePress\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Sketchbooks and wedding guest books by Dorset bookbinder in Country Homes and Interiors magazine\" href=\"https:\/\/boundbyhand.live\/blogs\/news\/career-shift-artisan-bookbinder-susan-green-country-homes-and-interiors-magazine\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCountry Homes \u0026amp; Interiors magazine included these cotton rag sketchbooks\u003c\/a\u003e in a 4 page feature on my work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eYou may also enjoy\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Embroidery stitching on paper: handmade cotton rag sketchbook\" href=\"https:\/\/boundbyhand.live\/blogs\/news\/project-embroidered-sketchbook-pages\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEmbroidered Sketchbook Pages\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Cotton Rag Sketchbooks with covers, natural eco-friendly handmade art journals\" href=\"https:\/\/boundbyhand.live\/blogs\/news\/new-covers-for-your-wabi-sabi-cotton-rag-sketchbooks\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eIntentions \u0026amp; Updates: Wabi Sabi Sketchbooks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/boundbyhand.live\/collections\/eco-friendly-journals-sketchbooks\" title=\"Sustainable Sketchbooks, Notebooks and Journals handmade in Dorset, UK\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSustainable Stationery: eco-friendly sketchbooks \u0026amp; notebooks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Cotton Rag Sketchbooks bound with velvet ribbons, handmade khadi paper for dry, wet and mixed media\" href=\"https:\/\/boundbyhand.live\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=velvet%20cotton%20rag*\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eVelvet Cotton Rag Sketchbooks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Green, Black, Old Gold, Rust.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFAQs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWould you like to know who made your sketchbook, or how to care for it? Here are some useful links:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/boundbyhand.live\/pages\/about\" title=\"Meet the Maker: Dorset artisan bookbinder Susan Green of Bound by Hand\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMeet the Maker\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/boundbyhand.live\/pages\/faqs-1\" title=\"Delivery \u0026amp; Returns information for books made by Bound by Hand bookbinders\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDelivery \u0026amp; Returns\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/boundbyhand.live\/pages\/about-the-books\" title=\"Information about hand made fine leather books by Susan Green\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/boundbyhand.live\/pages\/info-care\" title=\"How to use and care for your hand bound book\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eInfo \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/boundbyhand.live\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact the maker: bookbinder Susan Green of Bound by Hand\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eContact\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"BOUND","offers":[{"title":"Small \/ No \/ No","offer_id":12321598734400,"sku":"WSS","price":39.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Small \/ No \/ Yes","offer_id":53747715015041,"sku":"","price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Small \/ Yes \/ No","offer_id":53747715047809,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Small \/ Yes \/ Yes","offer_id":53747715080577,"sku":"","price":49.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Small with cover \/ No \/ No","offer_id":42988050448542,"sku":"","price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Small with cover \/ No \/ Yes","offer_id":53747715113345,"sku":null,"price":51.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Small with cover \/ Yes \/ No","offer_id":53747715146113,"sku":null,"price":51.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Small with cover \/ Yes \/ Yes","offer_id":53747715178881,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium \/ No \/ No","offer_id":12321598767168,"sku":"WSM","price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium \/ No \/ Yes","offer_id":53747715211649,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium \/ Yes \/ No","offer_id":53747715244417,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium \/ Yes \/ Yes","offer_id":53747715277185,"sku":null,"price":69.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium with cover \/ No \/ No","offer_id":43357964468382,"sku":"","price":65.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium with cover \/ No \/ Yes","offer_id":53747715309953,"sku":null,"price":69.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium with cover \/ Yes \/ No","offer_id":53747715342721,"sku":null,"price":69.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium with cover \/ Yes \/ Yes","offer_id":53747715375489,"sku":null,"price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large \/ No \/ No","offer_id":12321598799936,"sku":"WSL","price":79.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Chunky \/ No \/ No","offer_id":36883261259934,"sku":"WSC","price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0181\/1925\/files\/Cotton_Rag_Sketchbook_lay_flat_exposed_spine_natural_linen_ribbon.jpg?v=1742404440","url":"https:\/\/boundbyhand.live\/products\/wabi-sabi-cotton-rag-sketchbook","provider":"BOUND","version":"1.0","type":"link"}