Most of my classes and workshops run on a “on demand” basis so I can be very flexible with dates and times. I cater for both individuals looking private tuition or several friends wishing to learn together. Choose between a series of classes, a one-off workshop (full and half day) or join one of my courses. Please contact me if you would like to be crafty or creative at Bound to Stitch and either develop an existing skill or learn a new one!

beginner bookbinding
In this 6 session or two day beginner bookbinding course you will learn the basic skills of bookbinding and be

intermediate bookbinding
This six-session or two-day intermediate bookbinding course builds on basic skills you already have or those learned on the beginner

cutting & measuring
A one day course learning how to use metal squares and triangles, rulers and a scalpel to master the art

exposed stitch bindings
Explore the range of exposed stitch bindings that can be used to hold the signatures of a book together and

boxes and cases
Learn how to make perfectly fitting slipcases to protect your books or made-to-measure boxes to store precious items. A one

artists’ books
Artists’ books (or book arts) are works of art that utilize the form of the book. Explore more experimental book structures to create

miniature books
Make a tiny book complete with a stunning decorative cover in a day. Learn to on-lay and inlay leather to

stitched headbands
Add class to your book with a handstitched silk headband. The colours can be chosen to compliment your binding and

embroidered books
I can help you with creative embroidery projects, demonstrating embroidery stitches and textile techniques that you can use to make

introduction to letterpress
Learn how to set type and print on an Adana 8×5 press or create larger work on a Farley-type galley

lino cutting
Learn the basic skills of lino cutting with hand tools and how to print both by hand burnishing and using

paper making
Learn how to make paper from prepared cotton rag and other fibres. Incorporate threads, fibres, dyes and other natural materials