Description
In this introductory workshop you learn how to make three types of handmade books - an accordion photo album, a soft-cover notebook and a book with Japanese stitching. (You'll also be given materials to take away to try some different Japanese stitches.) Because this is a half-day workshop, materials will be prepared for you in order to maximise the making! This friendly and informal workshop is aimed at complete 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!
