Minimalism Art, Premium Hard Cover Notebook Journal, Classic 5" x 8.3", 122 Numbered Pages, Gusseted Pocket, Ribbon Bookmark, Extra Thick Ink-Proof Paper 120gsm, San Francisco (Dotted, Amber Yellow)

I chose this notebook, (after a *very* extensive, overwhelming search for the "right one"), for my first foray into bullet journaling. As per my usual process, I read through most of the reviews of this product before deciding to purchase it and I have to say, I agree with them after two weeks of using this notebook! I selected the yellow color so to hinder my tendency to lose things in plain sight and the bright, rare shade of yellow does, indeed, stand out in my home, which will hopefully make misplacing it more difficult. It's also made out of a strong and heavier duty material, which makes me feel more assured about the safety of the pages within. The squared pages are durable and smooth, so writing's a dream! Yes, darker shaded permanent markers do bleed through the pages a bit, so that it can interfere with writing on the reverse side, but I've found ways of working around this. (I'm currently using Papermate Felt tip pens, Bic Ultra Fine Point Markers, fine point Sharpies, Pilot Precise Fine Point Rolling Ball pens and various highlights and colored pencils.) When the notebook is open it's easy for the journal's pages to lay flat so that I can leave it out open for convenience sake, yet doesn't show signs of weakness where the binding is concerned. (My #1 concern with any notebook I ended up purchasing was, would the binding hold up and keep pages from falling out after a lot of flipping and usage, (probably the most common complaint I've read about in similar notebook reviews).) So far, so good! The elastic closure seems to be good quality and the bookmarking ribbon is definitely getting used! I haven't found a use for the pocket located in the back of the journal, but I'm sure that it will come in handy in the future. With the reasonable, competitive price, the quantity of high-quality pages and the quality and durability of the design, I'm very pleased with my purchase thus far. Perhaps in a month my opinion of this journal will change, but so far I am very happy with my purchasing decision and look forward to using every page in this notebook!

I was searching for a good notebook to start my first bullet journal in. I initially bought a cheap notebook but found the pages too thin. But then I stumbled across this 100 gsm thicck notebook, and it was the one! Things I like about this little notebook: -decently thick pages that my gel pens won't bleed through (some minor ghosting though) -good quality at a good price! -pages lay flat -soft faux leather cover that is nice to the touch -smooth, both inside and out -a little pocket in the back waiting to be filled -an attached ribbon bookmark! I ordered the yellow dotted hardcover notebook. I am very pleased with the warm golden orangey yellow shade, it's very beautiful and not too poppy. I was also debating between blank or dotted, being worried that the dots would be too noticeable. I went with the dots to make my life easier. And, to my pleasant surprise, the dots are a subtle light grey! Another disproved worry that I had was that the notebook would be too heavy. But, for a hardcover notebook, it's pretty light! It measures to be about 392 g. My only complaint is that the cover strap thing seems a bit unecessary with the hardcover, since the notebook already closes flat. The elastic strap also made some imprints on the faux leather cover. But other than that, this notebook is a real looker!

A long-time Moleskine loyalist, I have purchased a great deal of journals over the years. I probably should own stock in Moleskine. I have loved my red Moleskines, which is why it saddens me to write this review of my shameless affair with Unni... You see, Moleskin and I have been having some trouble, namely with the decline I've witnessed in quality over the years, thinner lower quality paper / pages being a big issue. Maybe Moleskine just doesn't love me anymore? Maybe it's lost that loving feeling. It's a shame really, after all we've been through together... Alas, everything has a reason and a season. Perhaps our love has run it's course? Either way, I recently strayed and had a innocent fling with Unni brand journals... It was not a commitment I told myself. Just seeing what else is out there I said... I received the Unni with it's sleek red leather cover and it's thicker sturdier pagers and I cannot deny, there was a strong attraction... Same size, same color, so easy transition - coordinates well with my hoards of shelved red Moleskines. Better quality and lesser price. I had to wonder why I was even feeling guilty? And then I put the pen to the page... *sigh* I'm sorry Moleskine. Really I am. We had a good thing, but you're no longer the journal I fell in love with; you've changed. Thanks for all the memories and I wish you well, but I'm gonna ride with Unni from now on...

This has been a great bullet journal for me. The pages are thick so no seeing through. It's a great size and the dots are not to hold to distract your eyes. Will be getting this again for future journals.

¡Excelente producto! La dureza y el material de la tapa es ideal para escribir con y sin apoyo. La costura de las hojas es firme y tolera jalones gentiles sin desgarrarse. Las hojas son suaves y lo suficientemente gruesas para que no se pase la tinta de plumones. Tiene un bolsillo para papelitos sueltos que desees guardar. En mi caso, la pedí para anotaciones y los puntos son de un tono tan oscuro que los noto al releer mis apuntes: no la volvería a utilizar como cuaderno de escritura, pero para otros usos o personas a las que no les importe ver los puntillos, es excelente.

I'm a serial note taker and constant journaling key events and ideas. Having a beautiful notebook that encourages me to write is not only a joy, it's a necessity. Ordered this journal from Minimalism Art not expecting much because of the great price and was pleasantly surprised. I've already ordered another one. This is now my got to notebook.

Such a lovely notebook in quality. The green is a beautiful, classy green. Looks expensive and paper is lovely too.

This is a great quality journal with dotted pages for neat writing. Its a perfect size for carrying in my bag and light weight as well. Durable without losing any of that minimalism elegance.