Wrapped in Kalamkari fabric, this notebook brings together a textile tradition known for its detail, storytelling, and depth of process.
Kalamkari is a form of hand-painted and block-printed textile work, traditionally practised in parts of India. The name itself comes from kalam, meaning pen, and kari, meaning work, reflecting the use of hand-drawing alongside block printing. The process is slow and layered, often involving over twenty steps, where natural dyes are applied gradually to build intricate patterns and scenes.
The cover is made using fabric off-cuts, allowing smaller remnants to be used thoughtfully, while the pages inside are formed from recycled cotton, paper waste, and other natural fibres. This process avoids the use of new raw materials, giving existing materials a further life.
Designed for everyday use, the notebook holds a clean, ruled interior, making it easy to return to for notes, lists, or quiet moments of writing.
Details
Size: 123 x 18 cm / Slightly smaller than A4
Material: Recycled cotton paper, recycled fibre paper, Kalamkari fabric off-cut cover
Origin: Made in India using recycled textiles
Care
Keep away from water and moisture to preserve the fabric cover.
Giving back
Every piece we send out carries something beyond itself.
A portion of proceeds is shared with marginalised communities through our ongoing partnership with human rights organisation Restless Beings.
For every order placed, we also plant a tree, contributing to long-term environmental restoration.
