Burtuqal - Orange — TAKAFA Al Andalus Garden notebook A5 in Burtuqal orange, Italian nubuck leather with debossed Andalusian citrus motifs

Burtuqal - Orange — TAKAFA Al Andalus Burtuqal notebook, open view showing ivory-toned FSC certified Italian paper and Andalusian design

Burtuqal - Orange — TAKAFA Al Andalus Burtuqal notebook side view, 5 degree curved top edge and hand-stitched binding

Burtuqal - Orange — TAKAFA Al Andalus Burtuqal notebook back cover with woven inner pocket and orange nubuck leather detail

Burtuqal - Orange — TAKAFA Al Andalus Burtuqal notebook page detail showing numbered pages and built-in table of contents

Burtuqal - Orange — TAKAFA Al Andalus Burtuqal notebook close-up of Italian nubuck leather texture and debossed orange citrus motifs

Burtuqal - Orange — TAKAFA Al Andalus Burtuqal notebook in signature drawer gift box wrapped in natural linen pouch

Burtuqal - Orange — TAKAFA Al Andalus Burtuqal luxury leather notebook lifestyle shot, handcrafted A5 journal inspired by Al-Andalus orchards

The Al Andalus Garden Leather Notebook

Name: The Al Andalus Garden Leather Notebook
SKU: TAK-NBK-AND-BTQ
Price: 70.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Handcrafted Italian leather, inspired by the gardens of Al-Andalus. A Takafa design created for refined everyday use.

£70.00

Color:Burtuqal - Orange

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Product Specifications

• A5 (15.3 x 21.5 cm) | 358 g | 189 pages
• 100% nubuck leather. Smooth pigmented tanned finish.
• Debossed Takafa metallic emblem
• Ivory-toned Italian paper. Dense, silky, and a pleasure to write on
• Handcrafted by Italian artisans
• Numbered pages, table of contents, and a woven inner pocket
• Delivered in the Takafa signature box

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The Perfect Gift for Writers, Thinkers & Dreamers

Every Takafa luxury notebook arrives in an exclusive handcrafted Italian drawer box, wrapped in a natural linen pouch that embodies refinement and care. More than a simple present, it’s an elegant writing gift — a timeless object designed for writers, thinkers, and dreamers who value beauty in every detail. Each notebook becomes a daily ritual: opening its smooth pages, capturing thoughts, shaping ideas, and turning imagination into reality. Whether given as a luxury gift to inspire someone’s creativity or kept as a personal journal of self-reflection, it’s a symbol of intention — a quiet promise to write, to create, and to remember.

The Al Andalus Garden notebook is a handcrafted A5 luxury journal made in Italy from soft Italian nubuck leather, with 189 numbered pages of FSC-certified ivory Italian paper. Each cover is debossed with Andalusian-inspired fruit motifs, a tribute to the legendary orchards of medieval Al-Andalus, and finished with the Takafa metallic emblem. Available in three colours named after the fruits of Andalusia: Zeytun (olive green), Ruman (pomegranate red), and Burtuqal (orange).

Specifications

Format: A5, 15.3 × 21.5 cm
Weight: 358 g
Pages: 189 numbered pages
Paper: Ivory-toned Italian paper, FSC® certified, chlorine-free, biodegradable
Cover: 100% Italian nubuck leather, smooth pigment-tanned finish
Patterns: Debossed Andalusian fruit motifs (Zeytun, Ruman, Burtuqal)
Binding: Hand-stitched, lay-flat, curved top edge (5°)
Inside: Numbered pages, table of contents, woven inner pocket
Emblem: Debossed Takafa metallic emblem
Made in: Italy, handcrafted by Italian artisans
Packaging: Takafa drawer gift box and natural linen pouch
Colours: Zeytun (olive green), Ruman (pomegranate red), Burtuqal (orange)

A journal rooted in the heritage of Al-Andalus

Between the 8th and 15th centuries, Al-Andalus (Muslim-ruled Iberia) was renowned for its gardens, orchards and flourishing manuscript culture. The Al Andalus Garden notebook honours that legacy. Every colour is named in Arabic after a fruit cultivated in the orchards of Cordoba and Granada: Zeytun (olive), Ruman (pomegranate) and Burtuqal (orange). Each cover is embossed with motifs drawn from Andalusian botanical art. A journal that connects centuries of writing tradition with the quiet rituals of modern journaling.

Why journaling enthusiasts choose the Al Andalus Garden notebook

Soft Italian nubuck leather: supple to the touch, with a velvety surface that ages elegantly.
189 pages of FSC® certified Italian paper: ivory-toned, dense and silky beneath any pen.
Designed for everyday rituals: morning pages, gratitude journaling, business notes, creative writing.
Ready to gift: packaged in a Takafa signature drawer box with a natural linen pouch.
Three colours, one story: Zeytun, Ruman and Burtuqal each tell a piece of the Andalusian garden.

Frequently asked questions

What does "Al Andalus Garden" refer to?
Al-Andalus refers to the part of the Iberian Peninsula under Muslim rule between 711 and 1492 CE, renowned for its scholarship, gardens and citrus orchards. The Al Andalus Garden collection honours that botanical and artistic heritage.

What do the colour names mean?
They are Arabic names for fruits grown in Andalusian orchards: Zeytun means olive, Ruman means pomegranate, and Burtuqal means orange.

What size is the notebook?
A5, 15.3 × 21.5 cm, weighing 358 grams, with 189 numbered pages.

Is the leather suitable for sensitive use?
Yes. The Italian nubuck leather is REACH compliant, sourced as a by-product of the food industry, and naturally biodegradable.

Where is the Al Andalus Garden notebook made?
It is entirely handcrafted in Italy. Each notebook is hand-stitched, debossed and finished by Italian artisans.

How does it differ from the TAKAFA Original?
The Original is wrapped in full-grain Bos Taurus leather with a plain finish. The Al Andalus Garden uses soft Italian nubuck leather and is debossed with Andalusian fruit motifs.

Wrapped in Nubuck leather

The notebook is wrapped in soft Italian nubuck and debossed with Andalusian fruit motifs – a tribute to southern Mediterranean heritage. Made to let you escape from the digital world.

Shaped to welcome every word

Tilted at exactly 5°, the curved top edge makes the notebook easier to open, hold, and write in.
It’s an architectural nod to Andalusian heritage and Italian-designed symmetry. It represents the mark of craftsmanship and intentional journaling design.

From Italy with love

Each AI Andalus notebook begins in a quiet Italian workshop, stitched by hand, shaped with artisan care, and brought to life with premium Nubuck leather and the silkiest of ivory-toned paper.

Safely store what matters

Discreetly sewn into the back cover, the woven pocket is perfect for tucking away business cards, small keepsakes, and important notes. Never lose anything important again.

Numbered for clarity. Structured for thought.

A built-in table of contents and page numbers to make it easy to organise your journaling and revisit every entry quickly.

From orchard to page.

Go rich with pomegranate, serene with olive, or radiant with citrus. Each fruit is shaped from the ancient orchards of Al-Andalus.

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A few things worth knowing before holding it in your hands.

Will I actually use it?

A Takafa notebook is not for everything — but it is for something. Something worthy. A long-term vision. A personal archive. A collection of thoughts too precious to live only in digital silence. It brings rhythm, form and presence to what matters most.

Is it a thoughtful gift?

Undoubtedly. Each notebook is delivered in an exceptional drawer box, handcrafted in Italy, and accompanied by a natural linen pouch. It is not just a gift — it is a gesture. A statement of care and discernment. For others, or perhaps for yourself.

What makes it different from other fine notebooks?

Takafa is more than craftsmanship — it is a perspective. Inspired by the refinement of Al Andalus, the collections are both minimalist and rooted in cultural memory. The balance between structure and soul. A timeless object, quiet yet distinctive.

Are TAKAFA notebooks environmentally friendly?

Sustainability: All papers are FSC-certified, chlorine-free, and fully biodegradable. Our leather is a by-product of the food industry, naturally biodegradable, and compliant with REACH regulations. Packaging is designed for long-term use and recyclability.

Can I return it if I change my mind?

Yes. While we believe the quality speaks for itself, we understand that a notebook is a personal choice. If you feel it isn’t the right fit, we offer a 30-day return policy, no explanation required. Simply let us know — we’ll take care of the rest, discreetly and efficiently.

Is the delivery really free?

Absolutely, standard delivery is complimentary. Express shipping is available for those in a hurry. Each notebook is presented in a handcrafted Italian drawer box and accompanied by a natural linen pouch — a refined ensemble designed to honour the object it holds, and elevate the experience of offering or receiving it.

The Al Andalus Garden Leather Notebook

The Al Andalus Garden Leather Notebook

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