
The sewing, from what I could see, actually seems better than in Moleskines - and these are about half the price. The paper seems to be a bit heavier than Clairefontaine, and it's sewn in. The paper is the real treat, though: cream colored (a bit lighter color than Moleskine sketchbook paper), takes fountain pen ink well, and no bleed-through at all. Also, the cover is a bit bigger than the pages, so it protects their edges. (They've a tiny one as well, and a large size.) Cover is not hardboard like a Moleskine, but I think it does just fine. Their second-smallest size is a little bigger than the pocket Moleskine - suits me better. Clearly a Moleskine copy, but in many ways I like it better. Just recently found Pentalic "A La Modeskin Traveler's Pocket Sketchbooks". The grass was always greener in the other notebook syndrome.


Every so often I'd switch, as some aspect of what I was using bothered me. Moleskine, Clairefontaine, Rhodia, Moleskine, Rhodia, Moleskine, Clairefontaine, Rhodia. From browsing around these forums, I can see I'm not alone. Some sketchbooks that contain multiple pads, so you’ll need to divide the number of pads by the total cost to determine the price per sketchbook.For a long time now I've struggled with the "Great Journal Dilemma". Sketch pads with a hardcover, like the Moleskine Art Plain Sketch Book, 104-Page, command a higher price than those with soft covers.

Hardcovers protect the pages better, and if you opt for a leather cover, you’ll also enjoy the anti-slip surface.Ĭonsider the shape of the sketchbook pages. But, they can also be susceptible to damage and tearing when placed in a bookbag.

Soft covers tend to come with a spiral binding, which allows you to quickly flip through the pages. Next, decide whether you’d like the sketch pad to have a soft or hardcover. They prominently display a sticker with this information right on the front cover of the pad. For example, some brands only use paper created from certified sustainable forests. So before you purchase one, you’ll want to take into consideration a few important features.įirst, determine whether the company producing the sketch pad takes measures to protect the environment. Not all sketch pads are created equal, however. You never know when your next creative idea will strike, so it’s a good idea to have a sketch pad and drawing utensils handy.
