One of the questions we often hear is: “Which notebooks fit inside an Eli & Kai cover?”
Since our leather covers are refillable, they’re designed to hold not only our own Ivory 100gsm and Tomoe River inserts, but also popular notebooks like Hobonichi, Moleskine, and other traveller-style refills.
Here’s a breakdown of which covers pair best with different notebook brands and sizes.
Small Cover (A6)
Perfect for pocket-sized journaling and everyday carry.
✅ Fits:
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Eli & Kai A6 Ivory 100gsm inserts
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Eli & Kai A6 Tomoe River 52gsm inserts
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Hobonichi Techo (A6)
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Moleskine Pocket (approx. 9x14cm)
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Midori MD A6 notebooks
📌 Best for: Lists, gratitude journaling, travel notes.
Medium Cover (A5)
Our most popular size — versatile for journaling, planning, and creative writing.
✅ Fits:
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Eli & Kai A5 Ivory 100gsm inserts (lined, dotted, plain)
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Eli & Kai A5 Tomoe River 52gsm inserts
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Hobonichi Cousin (A5)
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Moleskine Large (approx. 13x21cm)
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Leuchtturm1917 Medium A5 notebooks
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Midori MD A5 inserts
📌 Best for: Daily journaling, professional planning, creative writing.
Large Cover (XL)
A substantial desk companion for those who want maximum space.
✅ Fits:
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Eli & Kai XL Ivory 100gsm inserts
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Eli & Kai XL Tomoe River 52gsm inserts
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Moleskine XL (approx. 19x25cm)
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Leuchtturm1917 Master Slim (close fit)
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Other XL notebooks around 19–21cm x 25–26cm
📌 Best for: Scrapbooking, vision mapping, finance journaling, work projects.
How Many Inserts Fit?
Our covers are designed to hold up to 6 inserts with the elastic cord system — mix and match planners, lined notebooks, sketch inserts, or scrapbooks to suit your season of life.
Tips for Choosing the Right Fit
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If you love compact carry, A6 is perfect for travel and lists.
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If you want a balance of size + portability, A5 is ideal for most people.
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If you want a desk journal or creative project book, XL gives you room to expand.
Closing Thought
The beauty of an Eli & Kai journal is that it grows with you. Whether you choose our own inserts or use your favourite brands like Hobonichi or Moleskine, your cover is a lifelong companion that adapts to your writing style.
Your words, your way — always protected by luxury leather.
