Paperblanks - Safavid Indigo

Safavid Indigo

Mini / 3 3/4 in. x 5 1/2 in. / 176 pages, lined
SKU: 16428
MPN: 9781439782019
Mini, 3 3/4 in. x 5 1/2 in., 176 pages, lined
$15.95
Midi / 5 in. x 7 in. / 144 pages, unlined
SKU: 26507
MPN: 9781439782002
Midi, 5 in. x 7 in., 144 pages, unlined
$18.95
Midi / 5 in. x 7 in. / 144 pages, lined
SKU: 37183
MPN: 9781439781999
Midi, 5 in. x 7 in., 144 pages, lined
$18.95
Ultra / 7 in. x 9 in. / 144 pages, lined
SKU: 69098
MPN: 9781439781982
Ultra, 7 in. x 9 in., 144 pages, lined
$24.95
Grande / 8 1/4 in. x 11 3/4 in. / 128 pages, unlined
SKU: 94843
MPN: 9781439781975
Grande, 8 1/4 in. x 11 3/4 in., 128 pages, unlined
$27.95

Capture Persian filigree artistry with handtooled motifs in deep blue

Intricate filigree patterns flow across the cover of this Safavid Indigo journal, reproducing hand-tooled leather motifs from the Islamic Golden Age. Deep Persian blue coloring creates a rich backdrop for the delicate geometric designs that defined this artistic tradition. The pattern's complexity rewards close examination while maintaining visual coherence from across the room.

Smyth sewn binding allows pages to lie completely flat during writing sessions, eliminating the fight against spring-back that disrupts flow in mid-thought. A ribbon marker holds your place without bulk, while the integrated pouch stores loose notes, tickets, or ephemera that accumulate during creative work. The wrap closure keeps everything secure when the journal travels in bags or sits on cluttered surfaces.

Paperblanks reproduces historical bookbinding traditions with contemporary manufacturing precision. This journal balances aesthetic appeal with practical durability, the kind of notebook that encourages daily use rather than sitting untouched because it's "too nice" to mark up. Whether capturing sketches, journaling, or planning projects, you're working with a surface that respects both the writing process and the cultural heritage that inspired its design.

PRODUCT INFORMATION

  • Reproduces Islamic Golden Age leather filigree
  • Deep Persian blue color scheme
  • Smyth sewn binding ensures durability
  • Includes ribbon marker for page tracking
  • Built-in pouch stores loose items
  • Wrap closure secures journal contents
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