Large soft-linen journal by Shinola, $20 at shinola.com Handcrafted in Ann Arbor, Michigan, this Shinola journal features a soft-linen cover and a smyth-sewn binding, a technique that improves durability and longevity. It also includes an elastic clusure. Photo 4 of 11 in Holiday Gift Guide 2014: For the Student by William Lamb

Holiday Gift Guide 2014: For the Student

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Large soft-linen journal by Shinola, $20 at shinola.com

Handcrafted in Ann Arbor, Michigan, this Shinola journal features a soft-linen cover and a smyth-sewn binding, a technique that improves durability and longevity. It also includes an elastic clusure.