WOrkshops
Learn how to make books, boxes & more by hand, using traditional & contemporary techniques & tools. Learn tips for binding at home, skills to utilize The Binding Studio’s open bindery sessions & take home a beautiful, professional, handmade product.
There’s a range of workshops on offer, varying in skill levels, taught by Louise James- a true artisan in her field who has been bookbinding in commercial & teaching capacities for 20+ years.
The bindery is nestled in the Waitakere Ranges, West Auckland. In warmer months the sound of native birds accompany your workshop. During winter, the studio fireplace keeps you warm & cosy while you create.
If you’re not sure which workshop will suit your skill level or desired outcome, call Louise & talk through options.
What previous workshop attendees have to say:
Choose from:
Bookbinding Workshops - learn a set binding, with up to 3 others & take home your own beautiful, handmade product. Use the “shop workshops” button above to browse workshops- ranging from 2 hours, to 2 days (scroll through the calendar below to see what’s coming up.)
Can’t find what you are after or the days & times don’t suit? Please get in touch about 1:1 tuition or a private group booking.
One on One Tuition / Private Group Booking - create your own project / team day out / specific binding with sole access to the bindery & individual guidance from Lou. Enquire via contact page.
1:1 tuition is charged at $120 inc gst per hour + materials / group workshops are quoted specific to requirements
Open Bindery Sessions - for bookbinders without access to equipment, wanting to create projects & work along side like minded people. Use the “shop workshops” button to organize a session starting from $25 inc gst per hour.
Guest Workshops- Would you like to teach a binding, book, paper related, creative workshop? Contact Lou to discuss running a small & intimate workshop at The Binding Studio.
Need accommodation? Waitakere Resort & Spa is a 5min drive from the studio
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