‘The New Friendly Village’ Mixed Media Journal

 Originally published in 1948 and penned by Mabel O'Donnell, ‘The New Friendly Village’ has been reimagined as a mixed media journal for collecting little moments – perfect for sketches, notes, and stories gathered along the way.

A true original – crafted once, never again, like a first edition whose story ends with you.

Features:

• Original antique book cover from 1948
• 100% wood pulp, 160 GSM/108 lb hot-pressed mixed media paper (acid-free & archival)
• Great for pencil, ink, pastel & dry media
• Heavy, high-quality paper prevents marker bleed through
• Hand-torn deckled edges
• Pocket inside back cover featuring a page from the original book – perfect for keepsakes and curiosities
• Ribbon bookmark & elastic band closure
• 110 pages (front and back)
• Measures approx 7 3/4 x 6 inches
  

Leave a name in the "Order Special Instructions" at checkout and I'll hand-letter it on the front page label – a small personal touch, included with every journal.

Clips shown in select photos are sold separately. (Though they are quite handy)

Need a hand keeping your pages flat while you create? Our ‘Journal Clips’ are a perfect little companion to your journal – you can find them here.

Want to pair your journal with its original story? You can add your journal’s antique pages to your order for just the cost of extra shipping – find them here.

Your order will ship out within 1–2 business days – we’re just as excited for it to arrive as you are.