Notebooks

Description

An A5 notebook made by Green Side from single-sided printed paper, with artwork on the cover and unexpected pages inside.

Quick facts & details

• Made from: Single-sided printed paper
• Made by: Green Side
• Production: Hand-bound in a local social workshop
• Origin of waste: Paper collected by bike from schools and cultural institutions
• Format: A5
• Pages: Approx. 80 sheets
• Binding: Silver metal wire
• Cover: 300 g sustainable paper with artwork

Description

This notebook starts with paper that has already lived a first life. Green Side collects single-sided printed sheets by bike from primary schools and cultural institutions. Instead of sending that paper straight into recycling, they turn it into something new and useful.

Each notebook is hand-bound by the “paper heroes” at a local social workshop. The outside features artwork, while the inside stays playful and unpredictable. Since the pages were printed before, you might come across text fragments, graphics, or even a colouring page. Every notebook feels slightly different, depending on the paper that was available at the time.

It is a simple object with a thoughtful process behind it. If you’re curious about how Green Side works with local waste streams and social workshops, you can explore their full story via the maker page.

Who is this for

• For people who like writing, sketching, or planning on paper and enjoy a small surprise when flipping pages.
• For those who appreciate local production and materials that are given a second round.

Out of the ordinary

The inside pages vary from notebook to notebook. You never know exactly what printed content you will find. The format and function stay consistent, but each copy has its own mix of pages.

Waste Alchemists closing line

The Waste Alchemists movement aims to change perspectives on waste. Products like this show how creativity and care can turn overlooked materials into something useful, joyful, and full of stories. By choosing this product, you help keep valuable materials in use and out of the landfill.