Our Workshops

Learn the timeless craft of traditional bookbinding by making your own leather-bound pocketbook in this engaging, hands-on workshop. Perfect for beginners and craft lovers alike, this session will guide you through every step of the process—from folding pages and sewing signatures to shaping and attaching a soft leather cover using historic binding techniques.

Held online and/or in-person, the workshop includes all materials, allowing you to either craft comfortably from home or in a local workshop. You’ll finish with a beautiful, functional pocket-sized book—ideal for journaling, sketching, or gifting—and a solid introduction to the art of hand bookbinding.

No prior experience is needed—just your curiosity and creativity!

Uncover the secrets of the book arts in our Cryptic Bookbinding Workshop—a unique and immersive experience that blends traditional binding techniques with hidden features, secret folds, and interactive elements. Inspired by puzzle books, alchemical journals, and mysterious manuscripts, this workshop invites you to create a handcrafted book that holds more than meets the eye.

Guided step by step, you’ll learn how to construct a book with concealed compartments, coded structures, or unfolding pages—perfect for artists, writers, or anyone who loves a bit of mystery in their making. 

For online workshops, all materials are posted in advance, so you can join from anywhere.

This is not just a bookbinding class—it’s an invitation to craft your own book of secrets.

Create a beautiful hand-bound book using the elegant French link stitch in this hands-on workshop designed for beginners and craft lovers alike. You'll start by choosing your own decorative papers for the cover and inner pages, allowing you to personalise your book from the very first step.

The French link stitch is a traditional binding technique that creates a decorative, woven pattern along the spine, offering both strength and beauty. With expert guidance, you’ll learn how to:

• Prepare and fold your book pages (signatures)
• Select and cut your cover and decorative elements
• Sew your book using the French link stitch with visible thread detailing

This workshops includes all materials, with the online workshop items posted to you in advance, so you can join from home with everything ready to go. By the end of the session, you’ll have crafted your own unique, softcover book—perfect for journaling, sketching, or gifting.

Creative, hands-on experiences for private parties, celebrations, team-building, or special events.

Looking for a unique and meaningful group activity? Our private bookbinding workshops are the perfect way to connect, create, and learn a beautiful craft together. Whether it’s a birthday gathering, hen party, corporate team day, or a friends' creative retreat, we offer tailored sessions that bring people together through the art of handmade books.

• Learn traditional bookbinding techniques such as Coptic stitch, or French link stitch
• Choose from a range of creative formats: upcycled bookbinding, fabric-covered journals, multicoloured page designs, and more
• All tools and materials provided
• Take home your own handcrafted book—designed by you, made by hand

• Minimum group size: 4 participants
• Pricing starts from: £250 per group

Final cost depends on:

• Location (travel fees may apply outside certain areas)
• Number of participants
• Chosen bookbinding style or customisation requests

We’re happy to travel to your venue, or help organise a suitable creative space if needed.

We can tailor the workshop to your event or group needs—whether you're after a relaxed, beginner-friendly session or a more in-depth technique-focused experience.

Popular formats include:

• Coptic-stitched notebooks with coloured pages
• Upcycled fabric-covered journals
• Themed sketchbooks or travel diaries
• Group projects or paired partner books

Interested in booking or learning more?

Email us to discuss a personalised workshop:
TheCraftingRoomLtd@Outlook,com

Let us know:

• Your preferred date/location
• Number of participants
• Any theme or bookbinding style you're interested in

We’ll work with you to create a memorable, creative, and hands-on experience for your group!