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Handmade, heirloom-quality leather journals & books. Made in Indianapolis.
I use eco-friendly materials and old-world binding techniques to create books to delight and inspire you or your gift recipient. I put care and love into each book that I make. Thanks for supporting my shop!
SHIPPING: Ready-made items ship within 3-business days and come wrapped in brown paper, ready to gift to yourself or a loved one. Each order includes a hand-written note that I can customize with your gift message.
GIFTING: Gift wrap and a custom note card available. Please select this option at checkout and leave the message you would like in the card.
ECO-FRIENDLY MATERIALS: I make journals that you can feel good about owning. For more info on the materials that I use: https://www.etsy.com/people/bindingbee
QUESTIONS? Please get in touch! Send an Etsy convo. Or, if you prefer to call, my number is: (317)-721-2331. Business hours are M-F 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. EST.
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Reviews
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Dolly on Dec 28, 2022
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful quality, like nothing I've seen before. Tabs are sturdy and will hold up well. Overall size is a little smaller than I expected. I may not use it myself but would be very proud to give as a gift! Thank you!
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Willow on May 3, 2023
5 out of 5 starsLove the journal and the seller was incredibly kind throughout the whole process.
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Debbie O'Hara on Feb 15, 2023
4 out of 5 starsBeautiful leather cover although I didn’t realize how small this journal was until I received it. Totally my fault for not reading what size it was but you would have to write really small to adequately use this wine journal.
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djbutler28 on Dec 23, 2022
5 out of 5 starsLoved it so much I bought one as a gift and then myself!
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djbutler28 on Dec 23, 2022
5 out of 5 starsI love these journals so much!! Very well made, unique, and fantastic use of recycled paper/products! They make great gifts and keepsakes. The were sent efficiently and wrapped so beautifully!!! Highly highly recommend!!
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ty on Dec 19, 2022
5 out of 5 starsJust stunning. This journal is perfect for our son and his travels. The quality of this journal is so exquisite!!!
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tacymarsh1 on Dec 18, 2022
5 out of 5 starsExquisitely made journal. I have bought several and treasure each one. Always beautifully wrapped with a hand-written note which is such a lovely touch.
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sarah on Nov 22, 2022
5 out of 5 starslove it and can't wait to give to my son!! super speed and she answered all my emails and questions
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About bindingbee
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Each set of pages is carefully sewn onto the leather to create an heirloom-quality book with pages that will lay flat.
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Tools of the trade.
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Findings used in Binding Bee journals, some old and some new.
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Binding Bee uses eco-reclaimed leather (also known as 'Job Lot' leather), remnants from other manufacturing industries.
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Binding the pages to the leather cover using waxed linen thread and the Long Stitch Binding method.
Handcrafted Heirloom Leather Journals
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Megan Winn
Owner, Designer, Maker
Keeping a journal has been deeply healing in my own life and I love getting to make beautiful books for other people to tell their stories in. I love working with my hands & running a small business from our home here in Indy.
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Cancellations: accepted
Request a cancellation: within 4 hours of purchase
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Frequently asked questions
Custom and personalized orders
Custom imprints onto pre-made books in my shop take 2-3 business days for turn-around time (expedited service available, just contact me).
Custom orders for deployment journals or wedding guest books typically take 2-3 weeks depending on the season. Please contact me and I can give you a detailed price quote as well as the expected turn-around time.
Custom orders are not eligible for cancellation after 12 hours of purchase. Custom orders cannot be returned unless it is a case of defective or damaged merchandise.
Gift wrapping and packaging
All purchases include free basic wrapping and an informational card about Binding Bee and a thank-you note.
If your item is a gift, I can include a personalized card with a message from you and use a special gift wrapping paper. Please leave those details in the 'note to seller' box when you checkout, or send me an Etsy convo.
Wholesale availability
Binding Bee is currently accepting applications for new gallery or retail partners. Please contact me for an application and our wholesale terms. Megan Winn (owner) bindingbee@gmail.comor 317.721.2331
Care instructions
I use reclaimed, job-lot leather in the creation of my journals. Most of it is chrome tanned leather which requires no maintenance or upkeep. Some of the more rugged leather I use is oil-tanned and will distress and patina with use, but do not require any additional oil or conditioner. If you have specific question about the piece you are interested in, please get in touch with me.