Books by Paperblanks

In our Cat and Fiddle journal, we feature classical characters from children's literature drawn by artist Tim Bowers. With his bold and timeless use of colour and line, Bowers captures the charm of these iconic characters. One is never too old or too young to enjoy playtime and the company of legendary characters.

Shankha. Artistic, religious and cultural traditions unite in the handwoven pattern of this design. The fabric reproduced on this journal is an authentic expression of the weavers cultural heritage. The name shankha refers to the conch shell, one of the Eight Auspicious Symbols of Buddhism. The shell represents fearlessly proclaiming the truth of dharma.

Moonlight. Olena Skytsiuk is one of the foremost practitioners of Ukrainian Petrykivka painting, a technique in which brushes crafted from cat hairs are used to create a visual effect unlike any other. In each design, like that reproduced on this Moonlight journal cover, thousands of small brush strokes combine to create miniature landscapes and floral scenes.

Our Ironberry journal cover reproduces the binding of a prayer book belonging to the Archbishop Clemens August of Cologne. The interior contents were an extraordinary example of German calligraphic engraving. The prayers were written by Maria Joseph Clement Kaukol and the bound copies were given as gifts to the Archbishop's friends, presumably to strengthen ties of friendship.

In Search of Lost Time, Marcel Proust's seven-volume masterpiece, is an examination of French society that almost completely lacks any sense of plot. Needless to say, it caused a sensation when the first volume was published in 1913. This Paperblanks journal cover shows a page from his lined notebook with his copious notes in the margins.

Venice enchants the eye from first light to last gloaming. We have captured some of the splendid palette of the city with this Paperblanks journal cover inspired by a 1600s Italian binding. Our Celeste design embraces the Renaissance value of cultural rebirth by representing an ancient book binding with contemporary bookmaking techniques.

A friendly whale and fish receive vivid homage on this Paperblanks journal cover in an image rendered in audacious and appealing colours. Featuring the work of Canadian illustrator Tracy Walker, this Whale and Friend book cover shows just how profound charm can be.

If you are celestially minded, this brilliant Paperblanks journal is sure to enchant and delight. With its central star shape, Solis exerts an emotional pull akin to a warm, glowing sunrise after a long winter's sleep. For those inclined to contemplate the cosmos, look no further than the books in our Nova Stella series.

This deep blue Delphine journal celebrates the exuberance of the Florentine style. The original book of designs, published in the 1890s by Gines Codina y Sert, contained over a hundred decorative patterns adorning everything from murals to wallpaper to tapestries.

Laurel Burch was a self-taught artist who relied on her intuition and passion, speaking from the heart with an unmistakable style that was the manifestation of her love of life and strong imaginative nature. Based on Laurel Burch's original "Imagine" butterflies image, Paperblanks Flutterbyes journal is the perfect notebook to match any joyful lifestyle.

Paperblanks Gold Inlay journal cover reproduces a "Stil der Neorenaissance" (neo-Renaissance style) design popular in 19th-century Germany. The original binding, composed of solid metal, was covered in a fine layer of gold which was then meticulously engraved by skilled craftsmen. Bindings like this were highly valued and were frequently adorned with silk, cloisonne enamels or precious stones.