Workshops & Tuition

Beginner’s Bookbinding Workshops


Arrow Bookbinding is now holding Beginner’s Bookbinding Workshops, in which participants learn how to make a hardback notebook, which is theirs to keep.

Beginner’s Bookbinding Workshops, at The Moor Imagination Collective (MiC) in Buckfastleigh, Devon are taking place on the following days:

Sunday 3Oth March (10am-2pm) Book: Here

Sunday 27th April (10am-2pm) Book: Here

Workshop Recommendations:

— N.C.

"…The hands-on nature of the workshop was fantastic, I walked away with not only a deeper appreciation for the art of bookbinding but also a beautiful handmade book of my own. Samuel was incredibly patient and supportive, making sure everyone felt confident with each step of the process. I would thoroughly recommend this workshop to anyone interested in learning about bookbinding. Thank-you, Arrow Bookbinding, for a memorable experience!…"

— C.O.

“…I had never tried book binding before and knew nothing. I left with a lovely notebook and the confidence to try it again at home. Kind encouragement from Sam was excellent. I would recommend this course to anyone…”

— C.A.

“…Really good course. Brilliant tuition with clear instructions. Relaxed and informative and even ended up with a great result. Thank you…”

— G.T.

“…I really enjoyed this class and would recommend it. Sam is a great teacher and I am really pleased to have learnt this skill. Would definitely do more…”

Four-Week Beginner’s Bookbinding Course
 

For those you’d like to learn more about bookbinding Arrow Bookbinding is also offering a Four-Week Beginner’s Bookbinding Course. 

The first course is tol begin  in April 2025 and shall comprising of x4 four-hour sessions. During the course you'll learn about the  Craft & Design skills of bookbinding with the founder of Arrow Bookbinding, Samuel Arrow.

With only two places available on the  course you'll receive a high level of tailored bookbinding tuition. 

The day of the week the course runs on shall be decided to best suit the two attendees  schedule (offered Monday-Saturday). 

                                                                                                                                            
What You'll Learn 
 

>During sessions 1&2 you'll  learn how to create your own  bespoke hard-backed sketch/notebook, using traditional bookbinding techniques, which can include embossing a title to your  books cover.  

>In sessions 3 you'll learn about traditional Japanese-style bindings and create several soft-cover bindings.

>During sessions 4 you'll  learn about some of the bookbinding techniques used to repair damaged, antiquarian books (If you have a book that needs repairing you're welcome to bring this with you, otherwise books shall be supplied)

>You'll also be offered help and advice in acquiring tools, equipment and materials. 

The  course fee is inclusive of all materials. Light refreshments (tea/coffee) are also provided with compliments. 
Book now to reserve  your place. Please do not hesitate to get in touch for any questions.

1:1 Bookbinding Tuition

Arrow Bookbinding also offers 1:1 Bookbinding Tuition. This is arranged through conversation with the client and the specific projects that they’d like to work on. Please contact for further details.