Our Story
From leathercraft to a slower, more intentional way of living.
Tergusco began in 2020 as a small leathercraft hobby and slowly became a family-built brand centered around journals, reflection, and meaningful daily routines.
It started with leather, but became something deeper.
We are Ismail and Melek, a husband and wife building Tergusco from our workshop in Houston, Texas. What started as curiosity for leathercraft became a way to create useful, lasting pieces with meaning. Over time, our work shifted toward journals because we saw how powerful a simple writing habit could be in a noisy world.
A journal is not just paper.
It is a place to slow down, think clearly, and return to yourself.
As Tergusco grew, we realized people were not just looking for leather journals. They were looking for a quiet space to plan, process, remember, and grow. That idea became the heart of our brand.
Capture
Write what matters before it disappears.
Reflect
Understand your thoughts before reacting to life.
Grow
Move forward with clarity, not pressure.
Made in small batches. Built with care.
Every product carries the touch of our workshop — the cutting, stitching, assembling, personalizing, packing, and small decisions that make each piece feel personal and lasting.
What We Believe
We believe modern life moves too fast.
We believe writing things down creates clarity.
We believe handmade objects should feel useful, personal, and lasting.
We believe slowing down is not falling behind — it is how we return to what matters.
Start your own journaling rhythm.
Whether you are planning your day, reflecting on a season of life, or creating a meaningful gift, our journals are made to become part of your daily rhythm.