Journal Making Workshop

Join Laura from L & S Crafts for a fun, informative journal making workshop at the beautiful Howsham Mill between York and Malton. Over the day you will learn how to make two different kinds of journals: a multi-section leather journal and a Japanese stab bound notebook.

In the morning, during this extended version of our normal Wild Harvest workshop you will learn how to make a leather journal with multiple paper sections. You will choose your leather, paper and thread colours, then decide whether to finish with a button-tab or thonging. You can take inspiration from the beautiful surroundings and embellish your finished journal with extra leather motifs or embroidery.

In the afternoon, you will learn the art of Japanese stab binding in this relaxing session. You will be introduced to several different traditional stitch patterns and can choose from a selection of patterned cover papers and colourful thread to create your own unique notebook (or several!) to take away.

This workshop is perfect for beginners to papercrafts. All equipment and materials will be provided, however you are welcome to bring your own paper, buttons or beads to incorporate if you would like.

Hot drinks will be provided. Please bring a packed lunch to enjoy either indoors or outside in the lovely woodland surroundings.

The venue has free parking and composting toilets. Please note Howsham Mill itself is approximately 1/4 mile walk from the carpark along an uneven path. We recommend that you wear comfortable clothing and footwear that you don’t mind getting a bit muddy.

Minimum age for participants is 18 years.

Before booking, please read our Terms & Conditions and Privacy Notice. Please note, the venue does flood very occasionally causing courses to be cancelled. In the event of this occurring, a full refund would be available.