Handmade books - make a coptic binding lay-flat book
Description
In this bookbinding workshop you'll make a small book with coptic stitching/binding. This style of book is ideal as a sketchbook or notebook as it lays flat when opened. The book has a fabric cover. With this workshop I aim to use materials and techniques that you'll be able to repeat after the workshop without spending a lot on tools and equipment! All materials are provided but if you'd like to use a certain piece of fabric or paper for the cover please bring this. This friendly and informal workshop is ideal if you've attended my handmade books workshop but is also suitable for beginners. There will be a maximum of four students and you can work at your own pace.
What's included in the price?
All materials for use during the class. Hot drinks and biscuits.
Duration
3 hours
Cancellation policy
Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts
Maker
The Leaf Press is the studio name of surface pattern designer and papercut artist Suzy Dobson. I create colourful designs which I sell on stationery, wedding invitations and pictures. The Leaf Press was originally a bookbinding studio but has evolved over the years so that papercut style designs are my speciality. I have been teaching adults since 2009 and am very excited to have started offering workshops in my own studio in 2023. Students have described it as a 'bright, calming space' and with a maximum of 4 students you can be sure of a friendly and relaxed learning experience where you can work at your own pace but receive help when you need it. I look forward to welcoming you to a workshop and please don't hesitate to ask if you have any questions.
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Public transport
- Suitable for beginners
FAQs
Yes! Please ask about workshops for your event or workplace. I can run a simplified version of my paper cutting or handmade books workshop.
The workshop price includes materials, refreshments in the form of tea/coffee and cake/biscuits and handouts explaining everything we've covered during the workshops.
Unfortunately my studio is in a building without a lift, so you'll need to be able to climb a flight of stairs.
Workshops are held at my studio which is in the centre of Loddon. Loddon is mid-way between Beccles and Norwich on the A146.
Loddon is served by the X22/X21 First Bus which runs from Norwich to Lowestoft.
My studio doesn't have parking but there is a Pay & Display car park opposite the building. Alternatively you can park on the street but please be careful - it's quite a narrow and very well used road!
Please check the description for the workshop you are interested in. All materials are usually provided but sometimes I give you the option to bring paper, material, etc, so you have a design you'll love!
Workshops have a maximum of 4 students, so you can work at your own pace. They are designed to be friendly and informal so it should be a relaxing and stress-free experience!
