WORKSHOPS

Learn how to make books by hand, using traditional & contemporary techniques & tools. Learn tips for binding at home, skills to utilise The Binding Studio’s open bindery sessions & take home a beautiful, handmade book.

There is a range of workshops on offer, for a variety of skill levels. You will be taught by Louise James- an artisan in her field who has been bookbinding in commercial & teaching capacities for 20+ years.

The bindery is nestled in the Waitakere Ranges, West Auckland. In warmer months the doors are open to let the sounds of native birds accompany your workshop. During winter, the studio fireplace will keep you warm & cosy while you create.

 

Choose from:

Bookbinding Workshops - learn with others; a set binding style & take home your own beautiful handmade book. Use the shop workshops button to browse upcoming workshops.

If you can’t find what you are after or the days and times don’t suit- please get in touch and Lou will do her best to tailor something to fit!

Workshops for 2024:

  • Friday May 17th / Sewn Books / 10am to 1:30pm

  • Saturday May 25th / Making Book Cloth / 10am to 12pm

  • Saturday June 22nd / Sewn Books / 10am to 1:30pm

  • Saturday July 27th / Pamphlet Stitching / 10am to 1:30pm

  • Saturday September 7th / Rebind a Book Cover / 10am to 2pm

  • Saturday September 28th / Slipcases / 10am to 2pm

  • Saturday October 12th / Sewn Books / 10am to 1:30pm

  • Saturday November 2nd / Pamphlet Stitching / 10am to 1:30pm

One on One / Group Workshops - create your own project / specific binding with sole access to the bindery & individual guidance from Lou. Enquire via contact page.

Open Bindery Sessions - for bookbinders without access to equipment, wanting to create projects & work along side like minded people. Use the shop workshops button to organise a session.

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