Field Notes

Prints memo books in Chicago

100% US-made from raw materials to final packaging, partnering with historic Midwestern paper mills and printers.

Shop Field Notes Reviewed 15 Aug 2026

From Field Notes

The foundational 48-page pocket memo notebook with durable 100# French Paper Co. packing brown kraft covers and alloy staples printed in Chicago.

Verified Domestic Audit

Audit & Disclaimer Context

Chicago/Portland founder ownership, Chicago offset lithography printing, and Niles, MI French Paper Co. sourcing verified.

Owned here

Jointly owned by Aaron Draplin (Draplin Design Co.) and Jim Coudal (Coudal Partners) in Portland and Chicago.

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Field Notes was created by Aaron Draplin and Jim Coudal to honor classic American pocket memo books.

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Made here

Offset printed, saddle-stitched, corner-rounded, and packed across Midwest print houses in Chicago, IL.

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All Field Notes memo books are proudly printed and manufactured in the United States.

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Materials

French Paper Co. 100# kraft covers from Michigan, Finch Opaque 60# text paper, and soy-based Toyo inks.

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We use custom-milled paper from the historic French Paper Company in Niles, Michigan, and heavy-duty alloy staples.

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Shipped from here

Headquarters, design studio, warehouse, and global fulfillment centered in Chicago, Illinois.

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Our headquarters and shipping center are located in Chicago, Illinois.

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Field Notes Chicago printing, French Paper Co Michigan supply chain, and founder leadership

Reviewed 15 Aug 2026. Next check by 15 Feb 2027.