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The Not-So-Quiet Journal A5
$59.00
Your daily spark for clarity and creative expression.
You know those mornings when your brain’s already full before the day even starts? When you’ve got a dozen ideas, a few worries, and no real plan? The Not-So-Quiet Journal is where you can pour all of that out — the messy, the creative, the in-between.
It’s a space to think on paper. To make sense of what’s swirling around in your head, or just get the ideas out before they disappear. A few minutes with this journal and suddenly things feel a little clearer, lighter, and more doable.
Some days you’ll write a lot. Some days you won’t. Either way, it’s there — your spot to show up, check in, and start the day with a little intention and honesty.
Over time, these pages turn into a story of your ideas, your growth, and the little sparks that kept you going.
Why you'll love it
Gives your busy mind a place to land in the morning
Helps you start your day with a bit of focus and energy
Makes journaling feel easy — no pressure, no rules
Soft-touch cover and smooth paper that just feels nice to use
A simple way to make space for yourself, one page at a time
Made from recycled or renewable sources
Designed & crafted in Aotearoa
Supports 3 local suppliers and makers
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Shipping Costs
Orders under $100 – $8 shipping
Orders $100 and over – Free shipping
Shipping rates are applied automatically at checkout.
Shipping Times
We carefully pack and ship your order within 1–2 business days. Once dispatched, standard delivery within Aotearoa New Zealand typically takes 2–5 business days. Rural or remote areas may take a little longer.
Packaging Materials
We’re proudly plastic-free. All PaperMaid orders are shipped in packaging that’s either compostable, recyclable, or made from recycled materials — because beautiful design shouldn’t cost the Earth.
Returns
We hope you love your PaperMaid goods, but if something’s not quite right, please get in touch within 14 days of receiving your order. We accept returns on unused items in original condition. Return postage is at your cost unless the item is faulty.
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SUSTAINABILITY & IMPACT
Good for You. Good for the Planet.
- 1% of every sale donated to environmental causes
- Plastic-free products & shipping
- 98% of our paper is made from recycled or renewable sources
- 1,350+ native trees planted through our community commitment
HOW IT'S MADE
Crafted with Purpose.
Behind every PaperMaid product is a pair of hands - sketching, cutting, binding, and finishing with intention. Supporting local isn't just a nice-to-have for us — it's a core part of how we do business.
