Introduction to Bookbinding: Three-Day Foundation

About this course

This foundation workshop introduces core bookbinding principles through guided studio practice. Participants make five structures by hand: a pamphlet, concertina, Japanese stab binding, single-section case binding and flat-back case binding. The teaching focuses on using specialist bookbinding tools and equipment while developing the processes needed to construct each form. On completion, participants are qualified to become members and access the London Centre for Book Arts’ facilities for independent projects.

What you'll learn

• Construct a pamphlet by hand
• Make a concertina structure
• Produce a Japanese stab binding
• Create single-section and flat-back case bindings
• Use specialist bookbinding tools and equipment

Is this course right for you?

The course is designed for beginners who want a guided introduction to hand bookbinding. Participation involves practical studio work, with learners making several book structures under instruction.

Before you go

• All tools and materials are provided.
• On completion, participants are qualified to become members and access the London Centre for Book Arts’ facilities for independent projects.