1 / 7OFFCUP A5 Spiral-Bound Sketchbooks, 2-Pack, 160gsm
Spiral-Bound Pack: OFFCUP Skizzenbuch A5 sketchbooks come as a two-book set with blank 160gsm paper and spiral binding. The listing recommends them for dry media, but specifically says they are not recommended for watercolours, acrylics or inks.
At a glance
- Two A5 pads, each listed as 30 sheets or 60 pages.
- Blank sheets allow drawing without printed lines.
- Spiral binding is described as folding around 360 degrees and allowing pages to be torn out.
- Listing describes the paper as suited to dry techniques and warns against watercolours, acrylics and inks.
Often bought together
Pros and cons
Pros
- Two compact pads provide separate books for different projects or locations.
- Blank pages and flexible spiral binding suit freeform sketching and allow the pad to fold back.
- Kraft-board covers are described as providing a firm base while sketching.
Cons
- The listing does not recommend the paper for watercolours, acrylics or inks, limiting its suitability for wet-media work.
Technical specifications
12 specifications| Brand | OFFCUP |
|---|---|
| Model | Skizzenbuch |
| Dimensions listed | 21 x 15 centimetres |
|---|---|
| Paper weight | 160gsm |
| Pages and sheets | 60 pages/30 sheets |
| Material listed | Cardboard |
|---|---|
| Water resistance listed | Not Water Resistant |
| Cover | Strong kraft paper board |
| Paper colour | creamy white |
| Binding | Spiral binding |
|---|---|
| Recommended media | pencils, crayons, charcoal, sketching pencils |
| Not recommended for | watercolors, acrylics and inks |
What to know before buying
- The listing title mentions watercolour and acid-related wording, but the description explicitly says watercolours, acrylics and inks are not recommended; it also does not substantiate an acid-free paper claim. Treat this as a dry-media sketchbook unless the selected listing confirms otherwise.
What’s in the box
Included- 2 A5 sketchbooks
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Sketching with pencils, crayons, charcoal or similar dry media.
- Artists, students and hobbyists wanting two small blank pads for everyday or travel drawing.
- Scrapbooking or journalling where a compact, unlined format is useful.
Less suited to
- Buyers seeking a sketchbook recommended for watercolour, acrylic or ink work.
- Anyone needing a water-resistant sketchbook.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
81% 81% - 4 stars
10% 10% - 3 stars
4% 4% - 2 stars
2% 2% - 1 star
3% 3%
The supplied evidence includes an aggregate rating of 4.6 out of 5 from 223 ratings, with 81% at five stars and 5% at one or two stars. Ratings alone do not show what buyers liked or disliked; for this product, the stated dry-media limitation is the key practical point to weigh against that overall rating.
Frequently asked questions
How many sketchbooks are included?
The listing describes a two-pack of A5 sketchbooks, with 30 sheets per book.
Is this pad suitable for watercolour?
The title mentions watercolour, but the detailed listing says the paper is not recommended for watercolours, acrylics or inks. It is presented as more suitable for dry media.
Can the sketchbook fold back?
The listing says the spiral binding allows 360-degree rotation, so the covers can fold around for drawing.
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