Bookbinding: Beginner and Intermediate – Wednesday Evening

About this course

The course introduces hand bookbinding through demonstrations followed by practical exercises. Learners explore bookbinding techniques, structures, ways of working and the functions of different parts of a book. Teaching includes group discussion, one-to-one tuition and regular tutor feedback. The course also covers the handling and use of bookbinding tools and materials, with advice provided during the classes.

What you'll learn

• Apply essential hand bookbinding techniques
• Recognise different bookbinding structures and ways of working
• Explain the general functions of parts of a book
• Handle bookbinding tools and materials appropriately

Is this course right for you?

The course is designed for beginners and for learners returning to bookbinding as a refresher. Its teaching combines practical exercises with group discussion and individual tuition, so participants will learn through both shared and independent work.

• No previous bookbinding experience is required
• Suitable as a refresher for people with some previous bookbinding experience
• Practical work may involve standing

Before you go

• Learners may bring a notebook, pencil, rubber, metal ruler, craft knife, bone folder and scissors if they have them.
• Materials and tools can be purchased during the course, with advice from the tutor about what may be needed.
• Anyone with physical issues related to working in a standing position should discuss this before enrolling.