📣 Shop Announcements

Welcome to Carta Rustica 📜✨

I’m Phan, and I create tools for people who still value the slow, tactile experience of writing. ✒️ My goal isn’t just to sell a notebook—it’s to provide a companion for your thoughts that looks and feels better every year. 📖

✨ Why Carta Rustica is Different:

  • The Patina of Real Leather: 💼 I use only vegetable-tanned leather. It isn’t “perfect” or “plastic” looking; it carries the natural marks of the hide and will darken and soften uniquely based on how you handle it. 🪵

  • The “BT Writing Paper” Experience: 🖋️ As a fountain pen enthusiast, I personally selected our 100gsm Ivory paper. It is specifically designed to handle heavy ink and high-sheen colors without any bleeding or feathering. 📄

  • Beyond Just Initials: 🖨️ Most shops only stamp your name on the cover. I go deeper—I can custom-print the actual page layouts of your inserts to match your specific workflow. 📐

🛠️ Custom & Bespoke Requests

Need a specific grid, a unique planner layout, or a specific leather finish? I love collaborating on one-of-a-kind builds. Just send me a message! ✉️👋

🌱 Small Batch & Sustainable

Everything is crafted in my studio with a zero-waste mindset. 🌍 By choosing handmade, you’re supporting slow fashion and responsible sourcing. ✨

Let’s connect: 👇

📸 Instagram: @carta_rustica

Thank you for supporting the art of handmade. 🙏❤️

— Phan

Owner & Artisan