Sterling Ink Pocket & B6Slim Notebooks // Unboxing & Testing In Covers

*sorry for the noise from the family room - Karate Kid is better loud apparently LOL*
Let's unbox my pocket and B6slim notebooks from ‪@SterlingInk‬. We'll talk about what I bought - including my N1/standard booklets...and we'll see how the new notebook sizes fit in some of my covers.
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B6slim is a compact size that's similar to carrying around a paperback fiction book here in the US. The compact B6 Slim size (176mm x 110mm, approximately 7″ x 4.3″) is same as the standard “Shinsho” books, the second most popular book size in Japan, also known as “Slim B6”. Shinsho size is used in Japan primarily for non-fiction books. Whereas the most popular book size in Japan is A6 which is called “Bunko” and is used mostly for fiction. These compact, portable book sizes were created for commuters in Japan. B6slim size has been a long time favorite size of mine for journaling and common place too. My friend ‪@AliBrownie‬ has been a fan for years as well and has shared the size (and her covers) a bunch over the years.
The two notebooks I know of made in true B6slim size are the NanamiPaper CafeNotes B6 and the Midori B6Slim. Jibun also sells a B6slim in their planners --- but it's a bit taller than the other two. Any cover you have that fits the Jibun B6slim should work for these new Sterling Ink B6slim notebooks - covers designed for the Midori or CafeNotes may be too small/short.
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  • @SterlingInk
    @SterlingInk4 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for your review. The B6 slim was made to match the size of Jibun Techo Mini which is the same dimensions (different thickness).

  • @JustScribble

    @JustScribble

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the info! I assumed that. It’s always hard when brands, like Jibun, make their stuff a little different in size. But then B6 size is different in Japan vs the rest of the world since they use their own B6 paper sizing that’s slightly larger than everyone else.

  • @paperieplans

    @paperieplans

    4 ай бұрын

    It’s interesting that the name of the listing has changed since I bought it, because it did not say jibun mini size when I bought it… while I love your products quality, this is super disappointing.

  • @retrowtures3896
    @retrowtures38964 ай бұрын

    Late to the party but wanted to tell you how much I appreciate your honest reviews and continued support. Happy to know that SI notebook fits in our B6 Slim covers. When I designed/sized the B6 Slim cover the Jibun was not popular nor available in the US but a customer had asked for a custom fit and sent me one. After making the custom is when I decided I’d start offering it in studio and had inserts made especially for it bc again, B6 Slim wasn’t readily available. This is probably TMI but it just popped up in my memory bank, lol. Anyway, thanks for letting me reminisce, ha! Oh and one last thing… you like purple? Hmmm… 😊💜

  • @JustScribble

    @JustScribble

    4 ай бұрын

    That's super interesting information Rowena! I love learning the history of things like this! That's so awesome that you created the size before it was readily available and now we have this great option to use in it! Oh yes :) Purple is my favorite color...since I was little.

  • @retrowtures3896

    @retrowtures3896

    4 ай бұрын

    @@JustScribble - Ok then, purple is already in the works. I’ll send you a sneak!

  • @JustScribble

    @JustScribble

    4 ай бұрын

    @@retrowtures3896 🥰

  • @jamieferguson3131
    @jamieferguson31314 ай бұрын

    I didn’t even realize it was taller as I only put it in the sojourner folio. The excitement I had of being able to access b6 slim along with other smaller sizes!

  • @JustScribble

    @JustScribble

    4 ай бұрын

    I’m excited it fits so nicely in the Sojourner folios! Glad you got one for yours too!

  • @lizseilerplays
    @lizseilerplays4 ай бұрын

    Tested; the Kokuyo Jibun Techo Mini B6 slim CLEAR COVER does fit the SI B6 slim 520-page notebook without issue.

  • @JustScribble

    @JustScribble

    4 ай бұрын

    That's great to know thank you for testing it out and sharing it!

  • @angiepayne6104
    @angiepayne61044 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for sharing all of this goodness! I will have to snag one of those pocket notebooks! I also want your pink pocket single elastic TN that CS sent you!

  • @JustScribble

    @JustScribble

    4 ай бұрын

    You are so welcome!

  • @dtmama
    @dtmama4 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for your detailed reviews. B6 Slim is one of my EDC in rotation and I have many covers. I’m glad you mentioned the dimensions, I can check using an old b6 Stalogy to see if it fits the inner pockets before I make any pirchases. I am a little bummed though because the cost is higher with the pager numbers. I’m not sure if I can justify the extra expense.

  • @JustScribble

    @JustScribble

    4 ай бұрын

    I completely understand. I don't know how much of the pricing is the page numbering or just cost increases. But it's definitely a jump. In a commonplace I prefer the page numbers for referencing so I don't have to do it myself. But for most uses I don't need that and so it's definitely hard to justify. But definitely wanted to try them out and share :)

  • @dtmama

    @dtmama

    4 ай бұрын

    you are right,,@@JustScribble it might be a little bit of both production increases and the numbering. And new books do seem to be popular with users on fb page, so majority rules!

  • @user-KK812

    @user-KK812

    4 ай бұрын

    Ya I was very interested in buying her notebooks before , but the new ones are almost 10 dollars pricier. I can't justify it anymore

  • @taranickoledesigns3340
    @taranickoledesigns33404 ай бұрын

    I bought the standard booklets. Excited to see your setup!

  • @JustScribble

    @JustScribble

    4 ай бұрын

    Awesome! Is Standard your main planner? What cover are you using for yours? I'm so excited to set it up. I wish I could stop adulting and just play with stationery and get it all ready to go!!!

  • @taranickoledesigns3340

    @taranickoledesigns3340

    4 ай бұрын

    @@JustScribble my main planner right now is the HON. But also have a weeks and personal Filofax that I am playing around with. I actually made a tn cover out of some veg tan leather that I am planning on putting it in there with a cut down cousin!!! I really need to do a video update on everything!! Just adulting is getting in the way of things!! 🤣😂

  • @JustScribble

    @JustScribble

    4 ай бұрын

    @@taranickoledesigns3340 I’d love to see a video. Glad you are enjoying the HON. Seen a lot of negative experiences lately. So awesome you made your own cover! It’s on my list but never find the time. I’ve got all the tools and the leather!

  • @gristlevonraben
    @gristlevonraben4 ай бұрын

    this convinces me that i need a pocket book!

  • @JustScribble

    @JustScribble

    4 ай бұрын

    Yes! It’s really a good size for your pocket or a bag.

  • @annettefertitta6868
    @annettefertitta68684 ай бұрын

    I love their B6 I would love their B6 slim as well

  • @JustScribble

    @JustScribble

    4 ай бұрын

    Yes 🙌🏻

  • @PlanYourOneLife
    @PlanYourOneLife4 ай бұрын

    I prefer to keep the front cover of my planners and notebooks “out” too. I like the ink cover that you made.😊

  • @JustScribble

    @JustScribble

    4 ай бұрын

    Thank you 😊

  • @MainerChick
    @MainerChick4 ай бұрын

    Thanks for leaving me a comment on my IG post. I came over here to watch your video. I am now ordering some TN sleeves from Lauren Phelps. And followed you on IG and subscribed to your YT. 😊 It gives me hope that I can use my TN as folios going forward. Still have a lot to destash.

  • @JustScribble

    @JustScribble

    4 ай бұрын

    You are so welcome! Thanks so much for watching and subbing!

  • @CydPiper
    @CydPiper4 ай бұрын

    Shiv, that pocket from CS is adorable and a sweet color; you are a very lucky girl. I love your content but do wish you would consider a pocket plus to showcase but without the chunk factor. However, you seem to like the chucker inserts. Looks like the PP is making a comeback with much popularity on the FB group too. I have an original Heritage Black Beauty but don't like to chuck the six strings up either. I know PP fits A6 inserts perfectly but just haven't gotten the inspiration quite yet but won't give it up either. Thank you always for sharing your finds and ideas either way. Luv, Cynthia 🌹📖✍🙏

  • @JustScribble

    @JustScribble

    4 ай бұрын

    Yes PocketPlus does fit A6 technically - it's flush all the way around. I had one years ago and shared it in the FB group back then. I don't like chunky TNs or inserts - I much prefer half year books - even in a Stalogy -- and rarely use any plus TN. Is there a reason or something particular you want to see in PocketPlus? Honestly any setup I would do in PocketPlus would be the same as I would do in the Pocket since I don't carry that much in it. I do have Passport Plus...

  • @melissabooth6158
    @melissabooth61584 ай бұрын

    Hi. I was wondering if you know of a B6 lined notebook that would fit in a CS folio. I’m not a fan of grid. TIA love your videos

  • @JustScribble

    @JustScribble

    4 ай бұрын

    I have a few in my Amazon storefront under Journals & Notebooks. One is Zequenz which is quite nice and thick. Another is a japanese brand - Itoya. And the third is a random brand. Muji also sells lined notebooks which fit as well. When I launch my planners and notebooks there will be another option too but the notebooks will be a bit :)

  • @dee_ewell_pierce
    @dee_ewell_pierce4 ай бұрын

    I only have a couple of B6 Slims; a Pelican (older leather) and a sidekick prototype in bright red Italian leather that I won an opportunity to purchase from a raffle on the Facebook group. It's not a preferred size for me.

  • @JustScribble

    @JustScribble

    4 ай бұрын

    Oh sidekick is awesome 👏🏻 much coveted ❤️‍🔥 Pelican is such a rugged leather. Good for traveling! it’s very close in size to the Weeks actually which is nice - just a tad wider. I don’t like it for planning generally but I like it for journaling.

  • @judith3699
    @judith36994 ай бұрын

    Hi. Are you able to put the two half year pocket size notebooks together in the pocket cover to see if a full year would fit?

  • @ghostyplans

    @ghostyplans

    4 ай бұрын

    I KNOW that would fit in the pocket plus. You can put everything in pocket plus.

  • @JustScribble

    @JustScribble

    4 ай бұрын

    I will test in the TN sleeve this weekend. It’s a little different bc the extra covers make it slightly thicker but definitely can test that way. And give thoughts. I’ll check back with you.

  • @sheisGINA
    @sheisGINAАй бұрын

    Seems that the difference in B6 sizes (and B6 slim) has to do with ISO vs JIS standards? Why do some Japanese brands follow ISO standards when JIS was designed for Japan? I guess we just have to be super diligent about checking sizes or understand who follows ISO vs JIS. I sure would love to know why JIS B sizes are bigger than ISO. :D

  • @JustScribble

    @JustScribble

    Ай бұрын

    Yes for B6 planners and notebooks the size difference depends on if the maker uses ISO or JIS paper sizing. Wonderland222 for example uses B6 sizing. A maker can have their manufacturer make their stuff in any size really - so they dictate. And most don’t get their planners made in Japan - a lot are made in China it seems. But I don’t know if any Japanese planner brands that use ISO B6 - just makers that choose to use that sizing since that’s the international sizing. B6slim is a little different - it’s a unique size and many do a slightly different sizing - the Jibun B6slim and Midori B6slim are sized differently. It’s definitely important to pay attention to the paper sizing. With B size paper I’m never surprised as much with differences since Japan has its own B size paper standards. But A size paper sizing is the same under JIS and ISO so I nerve get why brands call something A6 when it’s not. Like the LT1917 A6 notebook is basically pocket size (though slightly different but pretty close). And their collab with bullet journal is a true A6 but they call it a pocket planner. It definitely confuses folks! I read an article once that had theories of why Japan did their B size paper a different size. I’ll see if I can find it!

  • @thesassyraven
    @thesassyraven4 ай бұрын

    I’m sure you’ve mentioned before so I apologize but, where did you get your scissors please?

  • @JustScribble

    @JustScribble

    4 ай бұрын

    They are from Amazon. I really love them! They are in my Amazon storefront (linked in bio) under Rulers, Scissors & More :)

  • @thesassyraven

    @thesassyraven

    4 ай бұрын

    I must have missed them when I looked smh 😂

  • @JustScribble

    @JustScribble

    4 ай бұрын

    @@thesassyraven I moved some stuff around so they might not have been there when you looked. 😝

  • @sfoss9470
    @sfoss94704 ай бұрын

    Does this mean a b6 slim planner is coming?

  • @JustScribble

    @JustScribble

    4 ай бұрын

    I expect yes - but haven't heard for sure. People have been asking and it is a void in the community because there are so few B6slim planner options.

  • @janiekcarney5482
    @janiekcarney54822 ай бұрын

    These sizes are confusing. Thank you.

  • @JustScribble

    @JustScribble

    Ай бұрын

    It can be so confusing especially when there are so many. It does get easier the longer you are in the community but I'm always happy to help any way I can!