Master the Bookbinder's Art: A Full-Day Immersive Workshop
Spend a day immersed in the timeless craft of bookbinding and leave with not one, but three beautiful, handcrafted books. This intensive beginner's course is your passport into the world of traditional bookmaking.
Under the expert guidance of artist Kirsty Brooks, you will master foundational skills like stitching, glueing, and paper folding. Through group demonstrations and supportive one-to-one tuition, you’ll learn professional secrets to selecting materials and avoiding common issues like warping.
By the end of this rewarding day, you will have created an elegant hardcover notebook, a versatile concertina book, and a Japanese stab-stitched booklet—a complete starter library of your new skills, ready to inspire your projects at home.
About Your Tutor:
Kirsty Brooks is a passionate book artist and educator with two decades of teaching experience. Her deep love for paper and repurposed materials, honed over seven years of specialising in bookmaking, makes her an inspiring and patient guide. A member of the Ephemera Society, she is dedicated to sharing transferable skills that empower your creativity long after the workshop ends.
All materials and tools are provided. Secure your place for a deeply satisfying day of creation.
Date: Sunday 9th November 2025
Time: 10:00-16:00
Duration: 6 hrs +1hr for lunch (lunch not included)
Price per person (including materials): £110.00
Location: the West Library, Herstmonceux Castle
