A relaxed, creative bookbinding workshop. Create an A4 Japanese stab-bound book using a beautiful ‘tortoise shell’ binding method and a square 16cm dos-à-dos book with a Sashiko-embroidered cover.
No previous experience required - suitable for beginners!
Explore how to create your very own unique handmade papers.
Papermaking is a centuries old art form, where watery pulp is moulded into a thin sheet to create stunning and detailed handmade papers.
Learn the process of making paper, learn how to select and recycle the correct type of papers and card to create your own pulp, learn how to add colour and texture to the handmade papers by adding natural materials as well as flower petals, leaves and seeds, learn how to drain and dry the handmade papers.
10:00 - 11:45
St Oswald’s Conference Centre, Peterborough Cathedral, PE1 1XS
Explore how to create handmade prints using paper cut-outs. Create multi-layered prints and repeat patterns, how to confidently and safely use a scalpel/craft knife to create your own paper cut-outs ready to print with, and hone your papercutting skills to create your own templates and prints at home.
12.45 - 16:00
St Oswald’s Conference Centre, Peterborough Cathedral, PE1 1XS