Design & Bind Your Own Notebook

    Saturday, 5 September 2026

    Time
    11:00 - 13:00
    Venue
    Firstsite, Colchester, CO1 1JH
    Price
    Standard £11 | Mosaic Member £8

    Discover the art of handmade bookbinding in this practical workshop with artist Martine.

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    Fold, stitch, and assemble your own A6 notebook while exploring simple beginner-friendly binding techniques, paper craft, and creative construction.

    Using decorative papers, matboard, and optional finishing touches like ribbon bookmarks, you’ll create a functional handmade book from start to finish.

    Experiment with materials, enjoy the process of making by hand, and leave with a beautifully crafted notebook to take home.

    Bring your own decorative papers if you’d like to personalise your cover, or choose from a selection of materials available during the workshop.

    Basic materials provided. Food and drink is also available for purchase throughout the session from our cafés.

    This workshop is suitable for beginners and is aimed at ages 16+.

    Venue

    Firstsite
    Lewis Gardens, High Street, Colchester, Essex
    Colchester
    CO1 1JH

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