The Leaf Press

Contact name: Suzy Dobson

65
Total bookings

Rating

(32)

almost 2 years
with CraftCourses

Maker's bio

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.

Courses, kits & gifts

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Bookbinding - make a hardback journal and leather notebook - two session workshop

2 days

Next date: 15th Mar 2025

2 places left

(3)

£78.00

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Bookbinding - make a hardback photo / display album - no sewing!

3¼ hours

Next date: 17th May 2025

3 places left

£42.00

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Bookbinding: make a hardback single signature notebook

2½ hours

Next date: 26th Apr 2025

2 places left

£39.00

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Handmade books - Introductory workshop

3 hours

Next date: 8th Mar 2025

3 places left

(9)

£39.00

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Handmade books - Japanese stab bindings - learn four Japanese bookbinding stitches

3 hours

Next date: 13th Sep 2025

2 places left

£39.00

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Handmade books - make a coptic binding lay-flat book

3 hours

Next date: 6th Sep 2025

4 places left

(8)

£39.00

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Introduction to paper cutting / papercut art - beginners or experienced

3 hours

Next date: 5th Apr 2025

4 places left

(9)

£39.00

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Make your own Christmas Crackers

3 hours

Next date: 8th Nov 2025

4 places left

(1)

£39.00

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Make your own handmade books (Framlingham in Suffolk)

3 hours

Next date: 29th Mar 2025

3 places left

£37.00

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Papercut / paper cutting collage - make a greenhouse filled with paper plants

3 hours

Next date: 12th Jul 2025

4 places left

(2)

£39.00

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Papercut / paper cutting family tree - half-day workshop

3 hours

Next date: 10th May 2025

4 places left

£39.00

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews

2 Mar 25'

June Hill reviewed: Handmade books - make a coptic binding lay-flat book

"A very enjoyable afternoon. Clear instructions given which allowed everyone to be successful in producing a book. "

19 Feb 25'

Emma reviewed: Papercut / paper cutting collage - make a greenhouse filled with paper plants

"Great course. Allowed you to work at your own pace. Fun and left with a beautiful greenhouse which went up on my wall bassoon as I got home. Tha ks for a lovely afternoon "

The Leaf Press responded:

"Thank you so much for attending the workshop and for your review. I'm really pleased you both enjoyed it and your greenhouses were lovely. "

12 Jan 25'

Jackie Brown reviewed: Handmade books - make a coptic binding lay-flat book

"A relaxed and informal workshop, with very well-structured guidance from Suzy. We were all delighted with our books!"

The Leaf Press responded:

"Thank you so much for attending the workshop Jackie. I'm so glad you enjoyed it and your book was lovely - especially with your beautiful printed fabric."

12 Jan 25'

Mary Luke reviewed: Handmade books - make a coptic binding lay-flat book

"I highly recommend this course. It was very well taught and a most enjoyable afternoon. The handouts that the tutor provided made it possible to make more books at home."

The Leaf Press responded:

"Thank you so much for coming to another workshop Mary. Your book was fabulous and I look forward to seeing any future books you create!"