Carnet fin Blackbird

The hand-painted cover is even prettier in person—mine has these little brushstroke variations that make it feel like actual art. The 103 gsm paper takes my fountain pen without bleeding through, which is a huge win for a notebook this slim.

The wire binding lays completely flat when I'm writing, which makes it perfect for my daily journaling. The 103 gsm paper handles my fountain pen without any bleed-through, and the painted back cover is just as lovely as the front.

The hand-painted cover really is one of a kind—mine has subtle brushstrokes you can’t see in the photos, and it feels sturdier than the usual cloth. The 103 gsm paper handles my fountain pen without bleed-through, and the wire binding lays flat when I’m journaling at my desk.