Ilijanum Sketchbook DIN A5 Blank Marine Hardcover - A5 (NP08.3)

100 gsm acid-free paper. That's the spec that matters most in a sketchbook, and the Ilijanum Sketchbook DIN A5 Blank Marine Hardcover delivers it on all 120 pages. The blank white sheets take pencil, ink, charcoal, pastel, and crayon without bleeding or yellowing over time. The sewn binding lets the book lie flat, so you can work across the full spread without fighting the spine. The marine blue hardcover protects your work in a bag or backpack, and the A5 format (148 x 210 mm) is small enough to carry anywhere but big enough for serious drawing. Square corners give it a clean, classic look.

Why this sketchbook works for daily use

• Acid-free paper preserves your artwork for years
• Sewn binding opens flat for uninterrupted drawing
• Hardcover shields pages from bending and moisture
• 100 gsm weight handles dry media without ghosting
• 120 pages give you plenty of room before you need a new one
• Blank layout suits both sketching and journaling

Who it's for

Artists who sketch on location, students in art classes, and anyone who likes to keep a blank notebook for ideas. The A5 size fits in most bags, and the hardcover means you don't have to baby it. If you work with pencil, ink, charcoal, pastel, or crayon, this book is built for you.

Key specifications

• Format: DIN A5 (148 x 210 mm)
• Paper ruling: Blank (unlined)
• Cover type: Hardcover
• Cover colour: Marine blue
• Binding: Sewn
• Number of pages: 120
• Paper weight: 100 gsm
• Paper colour: White
• Acid-free paper: Yes
• Suitable media: Pencil, ink, charcoal, pastel, crayon
• Cover material: Durable cardboard/paper
• Corner type: Square
• Model number: NP08.3

How to get the most out of it

Use the sewn binding to your advantage: press the book flat before you start, and it will stay open while you draw. For charcoal and pastel, a light fixative between pages keeps smudging to a minimum. The acid-free paper means you can archive finished pieces without worrying about degradation. When you fill it up, the hardcover makes it easy to store on a shelf.

Tip: If you often work outdoors, pair this sketchbook with a pencil case and a kneaded eraser. The hardcover protects the pages, but a simple elastic band keeps the book closed in your bag. For ink work, let pages dry fully before turning — 100 gsm paper handles most pens well, but a moment of patience prevents transfer.