This hand-sewn journal is sewn in the coptic stitch binding. It is sewn with a turquoise blue linen thread. This sewing style allows the book to open completely flat. The binders board covers have a beautiful ocean, clouds and beach painting on a canvas paper. The painting was done by SB Giblin from Melbourne, Florida. The inside cover is covered with light blue lama li paper and the SIZE is 5.75" x 8.5"