A pen case that travels with the notebook rather than alongside it. The Clairefontaine Nomaddict Leather Pen Case features an integrated elastic strap that wraps around a notebook or journal — fitting an A5 notebook vertically or an A4 notebook horizontally — keeping pens and pencils attached to the book itself rather than loose in a bag. For anyone who carries a notebook everywhere and wants their writing tools to be equally always to hand, it is a genuinely elegant solution.
The case is made from genuine lambskin leather, vegetable tanned with extracts of mimosa and quebracho, entirely without chromium or arsenic — the same ethically and environmentally responsible tanning process used across Clairefontaine's leather range. The leather is supple and soft to the touch, with a smooth, slightly glossy finish that sits naturally against the cover of any notebook or journal. A soft suede interior protects the nibs and barrels of writing instruments from scratching during carry.
The case holds 4 to 5 standard-size pens or pencils depending on their diameter — sufficient for a working carry set of everyday writing tools without adding bulk or weight to the notebook. The elastic strap secures it firmly to the notebook cover without stretching or distorting, and releases easily for use.
Part of the Clairefontaine Nomaddict collection, designed for the note-taker, sketcher, and writer who is always on the move. Coordinates naturally with Clairefontaine and Rhodia notebooks across the range.
Material: Genuine lambskin leather Tanning: Vegetable — mimosa and quebracho extracts, chromium and arsenic free Interior: Soft suede Capacity: 4 to 5 standard pens or pencils Notebook compatibility: A5 vertically, A4 horizontally Closure: Integrated elastic book strap
How does the book strap work? The elastic strap wraps around the cover of a notebook or journal — fitting an A5 notebook held vertically or an A4 notebook held horizontally — securing the pen case directly to the book. The strap holds firmly without marking or stretching the notebook cover, and releases easily when access to pens is needed.
How many pens does it hold? 4 to 5 standard-size pens or pencils, depending on barrel diameter. It is designed for a compact working set of everyday writing tools rather than a large collection.
Is it compatible with all notebooks? The elastic strap is designed to fit comfortably around an A5 notebook held vertically or an A4 notebook held horizontally. It will also fit most notebooks of similar dimensions from other brands.
Is the leather ethically tanned? Yes — the lambskin is vegetable tanned using extracts of mimosa and quebracho, entirely without chromium or arsenic, consistent with Clairefontaine's commitment to responsible leather production across the range.
