Are you starting with the TRAVELER'S notebook? The Starter Kit is the ideal starting point: it brings together the essentials to write right out of the box, without having to choose many separate pieces. Here is what it contains, how to choose yours, and how to get started well.
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What a Starter Kit contains
A Starter Kit includes four elements: the leather cover, a blank notebook already installed inside, two spare elastics, and a cotton pouch to protect the notebook when not in use. One elastic is used to close the package, the second, in a contrasting color, is stored separately to be used later, for example to add a refill. In short, everything you need to start writing right away.
Choose your size
As with the notebook alone, two sizes exist. The Regular, about 22 cm tall, is suitable for writing, drawing, and keeping a journal. The Passport, about 13.5 cm, is more portable and fits in a pocket. If in doubt, our comparison Regular or Passport details the uses of each format. For a first notebook, many choose the Passport, lighter and more affordable.
Choose your color
The cover comes in five leather colors, each evolving differently over time.
- Black: sober and elegant, it darkens and gains depth.
- Brown: warm, it develops a rich and nuanced patina.
- Camel: light and bright, it shows the most visible marks, much appreciated by patina lovers.
- Blue: original, it takes on deep reflections with use.
- Olive: discreet and natural, it ages gently.
There is no wrong choice: all five develop a beautiful patina. Pick the one you like at first sight; it will become unique with use.
The first refills to add
The blank notebook provided is enough to get started. Then, you can add according to your needs: a lined refill for daily writing, a planner to schedule, a zippered pouch to store tickets and cards. This is where the real fun begins, composing your notebook, detailed in our guide compose your notebook. Remember to choose refills in the right size, Regular or Passport.
A notebook that ages well
The appeal of a Starter Kit is also to start the patina right away. From the first uses, the leather begins to mark and darken. No need to over-protect it: it’s use that gives it character. Just avoid excess water and heat. The more you carry it, the more personality it gains, until it becomes a truly personal object you keep for years.
A great gift idea
Complete and nicely presented, the Starter Kit makes an ideal gift for a writing, travel, or Japanese stationery lover. You give a durable, customizable object that improves with time, rather than just a simple notebook. It’s a gift that lasts and can be passed on.
How long does a notebook last?
It all depends on your use, but a standard refill contains enough pages for several weeks to several months of daily writing. The leather cover lasts for years, even a lifetime: that’s the very principle of the TRAVELER'S notebook. You only replace the paper, never the leather. Over a notebook’s lifetime, a Starter Kit is therefore a very durable investment, costing much less than it seems at first glance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s in a Starter Kit?
The leather cover, a blank notebook already installed, two replacement elastics, and a cotton pouch.
Which color to choose?
All five colors develop a nice patina. Camel shows the most visible marks, black and dark brown darken elegantly. Choose the one you like.
Should you buy additional refills?
Not for beginners, a blank notebook is enough. Then you add the refills of your choice.
Is the Starter Kit a good gift?
Yes, it’s a complete, durable, and customizable gift, ideal for a stationery enthusiast.
To go further: Regular or Passport, compose your notebook and the complete guide. See the TRAVELER'S notebook collection.
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