Chapter Two: The Seeker Collection
Once I got into journaling properly, it didn’t take long for the next idea to form. I needed a space that could handle more than just feelings and reflections — somewhere to hash out plans, capture ideas, and map things out with a bit more structure.
That’s how the Seeker Collection came about.
The name felt right from the start. It spoke to where I was in life — moving with more intention, being curious but also deliberate. I wasn’t just reacting anymore; I was choosing what came next.
This is also the point where Reyhana Ismail entered the scene. A graphic designer by trade, I reached out to her with an idea for a planner insert — something flexible but useful, with enough structure to keep me grounded, without feeling boxed in. She helped me bring that vision to life.
We launched the Seeker Quarterly Perpetual Planner alongside this collection. Each Signature spanned three months, undated so you could start whenever. It included pages to hold key info, map out goals, and make sense of your mess — in a way that actually worked.
BEHIND THE SCENES
But the real standout of this collection? The removable leather pockets.
I’d been inspired by the intricate beauty of Islamic geometric design, and through that journey I came across Aziza Iqbal’s work. She was kind enough to share one of her favourite patterns from 13th century Morocco — a real gem. I translated that into hand-sewn detailing on vegetable-tanned horse leather. Each one was made to feel timeless, like something you’d want to keep and use over and over again.
Everything in this collection — from the earthy tones of Ocean, Moss, and Sea Foam, to the subtle upgrades in size (Epic+, Tall+, Short+) — was about being grounded but open. Focused but still curious. A seeker in the truest sense.
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