Autumn Term 2025 - Bookbinding Beginners Short Course

Ages 16+

Learn to create hand-bound books exploring decorative techniques and bindings from concertinas to case-bound volumes in this 10-week course.

By Hereford College of Arts

Date and time

Location

Hereford College of Arts

Folly Lane Campus Folly Lane Hereford HR1 1LT United Kingdom

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event.

About this event

Event lasts 2 hours 30 minutes
Ages 16+
Free venue parking

Overview

This course will begin by introducing you to some of the materials and tools used to create books by hand from paper and cloth. You will learn how to use paste to make decorative papers, which you will then use to make a variety of binding styles: from simple concertinas and pamphlets, to a case binding with multiple sections as well as slipcase boxes.

There will be opportunities to discuss content and uses for your books: whether you are an artist looking to explore the concept of zines or artists books, or simply looking for a new craft to explore you will find something here.

Please visit Hereford College of Arts | Courses for more information.

Frequently asked questions

What do I need to bring with me?

Basic materials are provided on all of our short courses, and you will be advised on any additional materials you may want to buy for personal projects whilst on the short course.

Do I get a certificate?

Courses like these can look great on your CV and are good for professional development. Therefore, we award certificates at the end of the course, provided that you attended enough of the sessions. Our short courses are non-credit bearing programmes.

How old do I have to be to attend?

Unless otherwise stated, our short courses are suitable for anyone over the age of 16. We recommend anyone aged 16-17 is accompanied by someone 18+ who is also a paying participant.

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