Eco Hub have teamed with Kim of  Darn It to bring you this fabulous Coptic book binding workshops. In this session you'll learn how to upcycle old hard back books into new notebooks using Coptic Book Binding techniques. Coptic book binding creates a book that folds completely flat and is perfect for sketchbooks. Coptic book binding dates back to 2nd Century AD making it one of the oldest forms of book binding.

There will be course notes for you to take home, with information on what tools you've used and where you can get all the stuff you need to bind your own books at home!

During this workshop you'll create unique swirling patterns with brightly coloured marbling inks on a variety of papers and cards. These will act as a cover for a hand bound book, we'll be using Japanese stab binding techniques to create books with a variety of decorative stitching. You will leave the workshop with at least one book.

This workshop will take place in Butlers at Kirkstall Forge. There's a train station on site and Kirkstall Forge wants to encourage sustainability, but if you'd like a parking space let me know and we can get one arranged. The cafe sadly isn't open during workshops but do feel free to bring your own drinks and snacks.

Course conditions:

The workshop needs minimum numbers to run. In the unlikely event it doesn't meet this the workshop will be cancelled. Your booking is secured by payment and if you choose to cancel you get a refund up to 7 days before the event however after that no refund can be given.

There will be hand sanitiser available and spaces will be limited. If you feel unwell, have symptoms of covid or have been in contact with anyone who has please let me know so you can be moved onto a future session. If we go into another lockdown this workshop will be postponed until a safe date.

Please don't arrive more than 10 minutes prior to the workshop unless previously discussed.

About :During this workshop you'll create unique swirling patterns with brightly coloured marbling inks on a variety of papers and cards. These will act as a cover for a hand bound book, we'll be using Japanese stab binding techniques to create books with a variety of decorative stitching. You will leave the workshop with at least one book.

Suitable for ages 15+

Darn It! Workshops is a Huddersfield based creative workshop company run by Kim Searle with a focus on sustainability, well being and creativity.

Further Information: All participants will receive an emailed booking confirmation and a reminder email closer to the event.

Payment is required upon booking. Cancellations made up to 1 week prior to the workshop date are eligible for a full refund.

Participants are encouraged to arrive around 10-15 minutes ahead of their workshop.

There is parking on site and we have 2 free overflow car parks on Bermondsey Street and opposite at The Holy Biscuit.

About :During this workshop you'll create unique swirling patterns with brightly coloured marbling inks on a variety of papers and cards. These will act as a cover for a hand bound book, we'll be using Japanese stab binding techniques to create books with a variety of decorative stitching. You will leave the workshop with at least one book.

Suitable for ages 15+

Darn It! Workshops is a Huddersfield based creative workshop company run by Kim Searle with a focus on sustainability, well being and creativity.

Further Information: All participants will receive an emailed booking confirmation and a reminder email closer to the event.

Payment is required upon booking. Cancellations made up to 1 week prior to the workshop date are eligible for a full refund.

Participants are encouraged to arrive around 10-15 minutes ahead of their workshop.

There is parking on site and we have 2 free overflow car parks on Bermondsey Street and opposite at The Holy Biscuit.

About :During this workshop you'll create unique swirling patterns with brightly coloured marbling inks on a variety of papers and cards. These will act as a cover for a hand bound book, we'll be using Japanese stab binding techniques to create books with a variety of decorative stitching. You will leave the workshop with at least one book.

Suitable for ages 15+

Darn It! Workshops is a Huddersfield based creative workshop company run by Kim Searle with a focus on sustainability, well being and creativity.

Further Information: All participants will receive an emailed booking confirmation and a reminder email closer to the event.

Payment is required upon booking. Cancellations made up to 1 week prior to the workshop date are eligible for a full refund.

Participants are encouraged to arrive around 10-15 minutes ahead of their workshop.

There is parking on site and we have 2 free overflow car parks on Bermondsey Street and opposite at The Holy Biscuit.

Eco Hub have teamed with Kim of  Darn It to bring you this fabulous Coptic book binding workshops. In this session you'll learn how to upcycle old hard back books into new notebooks using Coptic Book Binding techniques. Coptic book binding creates a book that folds completely flat and is perfect for sketchbooks. Coptic book binding dates back to 2nd Century AD making it one of the oldest forms of book binding.

There will be course notes for you to take home, with information on what tools you've used and where you can get all the stuff you need to bind your own books at home!

Join Kim Searle for a gorgeous morning session, creating upcycled bound books, using traditional Coptic book binding techniques and a variety of recycled papers.

Cost- £30 per person , includes all materials and equipment used.

Suitable for all skill levels.

Join Kim Searle for a gorgeous workshop, creating marbled- patterned paper and book binding, using traditional Japanese stab binding.

In this session you will learn how to upcycle old hard back books into new notebooks using Coptic Book Binding techniques. Coptic book binding creates a book that folds completely flat and is perfect for sketchbooks. Coptic book binding dates back to 2nd Century AD making it one of the oldest forms of book binding.

There will be course notes for you to take home, with information on what tools you've used and where you can get all the stuff you need to bind your own books at home!

Cost: £28 per person.

This workshop will take place at a Touch of Craft, a fantastic new creative space in Ossett! Sadly this space is not wheelchair accessible .

Course conditions:

The workshop needs minimum numbers to run. In the unlikely event it doesn't meet this the workshop will be cancelled. Your booking is secured by payment and if you choose to cancel you get a refund up to 2 days before the event however after that no refund can be given.

There will be hand sanitiser available, social distancing in place and spaces will be limited. While masks are a personal choice wearing them is appreciated and recommended for working with jesmonite. If you feel unwell, have symptoms of covid or have been in contact with anyone who has please let me know so you can be moved onto a future session. If we go into another lockdown this workshop will be postponed until a safe date.

Learn how to upcycle papers in this bookbinding morning session. Continue your new skill at home to create unique note books.

About this event

Join Kim Searle for a gorgeous afternoon session, creating upcycled bound books, using traditional Coptic book binding techniques and a variety of recycled papers.

Cost- £30 per person , includes all materials and equipment used.

Suitable for all skill levels.