The strelitzia is also known as the crane flower or ‘bird of paradise’ plant for obvious reasons. I grew up with these beauties in the garden as they are native to South Africa where I’m from.

It features on the South African 50 cent piece and is also the floral emblem for the city of Los Angeles, California. But for me, they’re just a reminder of how cheerful flowers are and why they have been used as symbols of caring and to cheer us up since forever ago.

This hand carved and hand stitched leather journal or sketchbook slipcover belongs in my 'Floral' range.

All Old Barn Leather journal covers come complete with an appropriately sized notebook.

All our products are hand crafted. That means that these hand-carved and hand-stitched refillable leather covers can be personalised.

It is usually possible to add detail to any of our journal covers, such as a name, initials or a date. This makes it a unique gift that will last a lifetime. If this is something that would interest you, let me know by filling in the form in the checkout section.

A full customising service is available through the Commission Shop