Review on 📒 Ranger DYJ34100 Dylusions Dyan Reaveley's Creative Journal: A Versatile 11.375 by 8.25-Inch Artistic Essential by Shantel Griffin

Based on the reviews I read before purchasing, I had high hopes for this sketchbook. I was looking for something with thick paper because I use all sorts of media (light watercolor, acrylic, ballpoint pen, pencil, ink, etc.). Haven't painted on it yet as it literally arrived about an hour ago. However, the paper looks good, it's thicker than the other sketchbooks I like. The tone of the paper is a little creamier than I expected, but that's not the deciding factor. It looks like he's doing his job well. However, I am disappointed with the condition of the lid and the overall design. The product says "strong chipboard" but it isn't. Please note that it was well packaged but when I unpacked it I saw that it had been damaged on several sides during shipping. Yes, it's ultimately cosmetic, but if someone throws my sketchbook away, I'd rather be that person. I won't be returning it, but I'll see how I can strengthen the lid. I just wanted all future buyers to be aware of this.