Artful Annotations | A7 Journal 110 gsm | Jenny Tollemache

Jenny Tollemache journals are beautifully crafted and handmade from start to finish, ready to capture all your thoughts and dreams.

The paper weight is 110 GSM, making them ideal for writing and drawing. Each journal cover is an original artwork, a special gift to yourself or someone who appreciates unique handmade treasures.

• A7 size, Landscape format, 112 pages, elastic closure.

The process of bookbinding starts with crisp sheets of paper, gently folded to create 'signatures', which are similar to small booklets. These journals feature 7 such signatures, nestled within hand-painted original abstract art covers, varnished to ensure protection. 

Artist Bio 

Bay of Plenty artist and bookbinder, Jenny Tollemache, is passionate about creating items that are both practical and visually pleasing. Her handbound journals are crafted to integrate seamlessly into our daily lives. Jenny's creative practice reveals her deep appreciation for colour, rich textures, form, and intricate mark-making.   

The craft of bookbinding requires significant time and effort, which Jenny finds rewarding as it calms her mind and teaches her patience.
Bookbinding holds a long-established tradition and continues to be a fascinating art form in today's modern world. Designing her unique journals brings Jenny immense satisfaction, especially since each blank page presents unlimited possibilities. Having a collection of well-used and cherished journals on your bookshelf is a dream for her creations. Jenny hopes her journals will become a favourite that artists, journalers, and doodlers will return to time and again.