MORE Notepads

I like the combined use of the screenprinting and embossing here to communicate two messages within one. Also, the embossed pattern at the top is subtle but effective.

These monochromatic books have a minimalistic approach, using a simple embossing or clean type. I like how the type is subtle so it becomes more about the notebook and the stock rather than the type present upon the book. 

This demonstrates how a simple bellyband and piece of fabric to contain the notebook within can be effective packaging but allow the emphasis to remain upon the contents within.  

A simple one colour design will keep a minimalistic look about the notepads. Seen as we are promoting the 'Imaginative Colours' range it may be of interest to have a range of notepads with a different colour printed onto each one. However, if we are going to be filling the notepads with coloured paper then it may be best to stick to monochrome tones.  

Creating a set is something which we are now considering producing, we need to consider how these will all come together as a set and how we can package these as one. The set above uses a similar colour palette throughout in order to do this. 

A notepad which opens out to reveal the pad could be an idea; the inner pad could be coloured with an monochromatic cover printed.  

It is the smaller touches that we are most concerned with, the above image demonstrates how we can create these simple touches. A small piece of detailing in the corner of the cover is one way in which this can be achieved.

Using coloured pages against a brown or monochromatic cover design allows the pages to stand out; it then becomes more about the pages than it does the cover or notebook as a whole. After all, it is the pages which we are trying to make the focal point.

A textured outer cover may work well within our design as it will become a direct comparison to the smoother papers contained within. It also creates a sense on intrigue about the notepad. 

These little keyring sized notebooks are easy to carry and allow your notebook to become more readily accessible accessible, however, I am not sure the notebook will be easy to write in due to the sheer size. So, maybe not.