Paperblanks Hardcover Journal - Silk Sky - Midi - Unlined

Capture your ideas, plans and memories in this Silk Sky midi hardback journal from Paperblanks, with 144 plain pages of 120 gsm acid-free paper.

Inspired by a traditional Jewish wedding canopy (chuppah) that was decorated with metallic thread on a shimmering blue background, this design calls to mind new beginnings under an enchanting night sky. The use of a marriage canopy represents the new home established by a couple through their union.

The Story Behind the Design

Feel the embrace of a magical evening with our spectacular Silk Sky design. Inspired by a traditional Jewish wedding canopy (chuppah) that was decorated with metallic thread on a shimmering blue background, this design calls to mind an enchanting starry night.

The use of a marriage canopy represents the new home established by a couple through their union. During the wedding ceremony, the chuppah is stretched and supported over four poles, or manually held up by attendants to the ceremony, with the couple standing underneath.

Held at the Jewish Museum in New York City, this beautiful example of a wedding canopy contains a Hebrew inscription dedicated to a member of the donor’s family, translating as “For my dear daughter, Veneziana…” Dating from 1867–68 and originating in Ottoman Bulgaria, this silk satin woven chuppah is typical of designs of the era with its characteristic large motif occupying the centre, balanced by smaller decorative elements, and a distinct depth of colour.

We are thrilled to reproduce this particularly exquisite example of a traditional Jewish marriage textile. With its rich beauty and delicate adornments, we hope Silk Sky inspires a feeling of limitless possibilities under the stars with the beauty of a new beginning.

• Original artwork: Silk satin woven Jewish wedding canopy (chuppah)
• Era: 1867–68
• Region: Bulgaria

Product Details

• Size: Midi – 120 × 180 × 18 mm
• Interior: Plain
• Pages: 144 (72 sheets)
• Paper: 120 gsm acid-free cream laid paper
• Cover: Hardback
• Closure: Elastic band
• Binding: Smyth sewn – lies flat and stays durable
• Edge printing: Yes
• Corners: Rounded
• Pouch: Memento pouch
• Design: Silk Sky
• Series: Guiding Star
• Satin ribbon marker
• 100% recycled binder boards
• Decorative printed cover paper
• Endpaper with credit and copyright information as well as historical background for the original artwork
• Threaded stitching and glue, as needed
• Acid-free paper
• Memento pouch
• Weight: 277 g
• Product code: PB1344-1 | ISBN: 9780349713441

About Paperblanks

Paperblanks works with museums, libraries, galleries and artists around the world to faithfully reproduce remarkable artwork, historic bindings and treasured manuscripts. Every book is made to last, with binder boards crafted from 100% recycled materials, and the back endpaper tells the fascinating story behind the cover design and credits its creators.