A new brand. A new era.

A new expression of creativity, craftsmanship, and meaning.

Logo with the text 'Atelier 1891', a brown leather notebook with a feather quill on it, decorative flourishes, and a circular border.

In a world that moves quickly, your notebook doesn’t have to.
Atelier 1891 is a return to craft, inspired by old master paintings and the quiet steadiness of handmade work.

Final Quills

These are the final Quills shaped by Brett’s hands at Leather Quill Shoppe, each one steeped in patience, skill, and a deep love for leather. More than tools, they carry the quiet imprint of their maker, whispers of a heart devoted to craft. To hold one is to hold a moment in time and to help carry the legacy of Leather Quill Shoppe forward within the ongoing journey of Atelier 1891.

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About Atelier1891

Atelier 1891 is a heritage leather atelier based in a historic 1891 building in Vernon, Michigan. Rooted in traditional craftsmanship and the legacy of the Leather Quill Shoppe, we create timeless leather goods designed to be used, cherished, and carried forward. Every piece is made with intention, honoring the beauty of well-worn materials and the stories they hold.

Our Story
A leather-bound book or journal on an artist's desk, surrounded by old maps, paints, brushes, and art references, with a lit candle in the background.
A leather journal with embossed cover design on a wooden table in an artist's studio, with a paint palette, paint tubes, a pen, and a beige cloth in the foreground, and a Vincent van Gogh sunflower and starry night backdrop.
Brown Leather Travelers Notebook
A vintage-inspired scene featuring a leather-bound journal with a black elastic band, a gold and black fountain pen, and various coins on aged paper, illuminated by a flickering candle on a brass holder.