{"product_id":"water-hyacinth-eco-friendly-diary-handmade-journal-with-recycled-paper-scrapshala","title":"Water Hyacinth Eco-Friendly Diary | Handmade Journal with Recycled Paper | ScrapShala","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Hyacinth Diary - Handcrafted Eco-Friendly Journal from Invasive Aquatic Weed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Water Hyacinth Diary is a handcrafted eco-friendly journal made by transforming invasive water hyacinth into a naturally textured cover. The harvested plant is cleaned, dried, compressed into a firm sheets, and hand-stitched by Indian artisans onto a hardbound diary cover. Finished with a recycled handmade paper insert, this plastic-free diary turns an environmental challenge into a useful everyday companion for writing, gifting, and mindful living.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Weed the River Didn’t Want, Reimagined for Everyday Use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater hyacinth is a fast-spreading invasive aquatic plant that can form dense mats across ponds, lakes, and other water bodies, disrupting aquatic ecosystems. Instead of allowing harvested biomass to go to waste, it is cleaned, dried, flattened, and compressed into durable sheets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeet the Maker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrafted by Scrapshala’s artisan partners in \u003cspan data-placeholder-token=\"true\" class=\"text-token-text-primary cursor-text rounded-sm\"\u003eRajasthan\u003c\/span\u003e, each diary passes through skilled hands for material preparation, cutting, stitching, binding, and finishing. Because the water hyacinth surface retains its natural texture, subtle variations make every piece unique.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne Purchase Creates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour purchase gives new value to harvested invasive water hyacinth, supports skilled artisan work, avoids virgin leather and plastic laminate in the cover, uses recycled paper for everyday writing, and comes in plastic-free, recyclable kraft packaging.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy You’ll Love This Diary\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNaturally textured, lightweight, and travel-friendly, this handcrafted diary is designed for everyday journaling, meeting notes, ideas, and travel writing. Its reinforced hard cover adds durability, while the recycled paper insert offers a practical writing surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThoughtfully Designed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe diary includes \u003cspan data-placeholder-token=\"true\" class=\"text-token-text-primary cursor-text rounded-sm\"\u003e75\u003c\/span\u003e pages of recycled paper, hardbound water hyacinth cover and a compact rectangular format that fits easily into a handbag, backpack, office desk, or gifting hamper. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 5 by 7 by 1 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Upcycled Water Hyacinth Fibre Cover + recycled handmade writing sheets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShape: Rectangle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour: Natural Reed with Black Canvas Spine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePages: \u003cspan data-placeholder-token=\"true\" class=\"text-token-text-primary cursor-text rounded-sm\"\u003e75\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContent: 1 Handmade Diary\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry of Origin: India\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for everyday journaling, office meetings, travel writing, sustainable corporate gifting, employee welcome kits, festive hampers, wedding return gifts, and meaningful event giveaways.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSustainability Impact\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy choosing this diary, you support the productive use of harvested invasive aquatic biomass, skilled artisan livelihoods, recycled paper use, reduced dependence on virgin leather and plastic-laminated covers, and plastic-free recyclable packaging.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClean with a dry or slightly damp cloth. Do not soak or machine wash. If exposed to moisture, allow it to air-dry naturally away from direct heat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Returns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping is available across India. For international orders, write to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:scrapshala@gmail.com\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003escrapshala@gmail.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Returns are accepted only for damaged items reported within 24 hours of delivery with photo proof and an unboxing video.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"scrap shala","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49529889816826,"sku":"SSS171","price":695.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0656\/1094\/0666\/files\/WhatsAppImage2026-04-15at8.29.05PM.jpg?v=1783251666","url":"https:\/\/scrapshala.com\/products\/water-hyacinth-eco-friendly-diary-handmade-journal-with-recycled-paper-scrapshala","provider":"scrap shala","version":"1.0","type":"link"}