Bookbinding & Paper Marbling (1 day)

Description

Explore the ancient art of Japanese Marbling (Suminagashi) to create stunning patterned papers. Then construct your own hardback book using traditional binding techniques. Quality materials, simple tools, beautiful results! 

JAPANESE MARBLING (Morning):
Discover the secrets and magic of Suminagashi, producing your own collection of marbled papers. Experiment with classic black & white patterns or add colour for a more modern look. Originating from 12th century Japan, this exciting process uses water and Sumi ink on plain paper, transforming it into something eye-catching and unique.

JAPANESE BOOKBINDING (Afternoon):
This versatile method is perfect for creating handmade books and journals. You will learn the traditional technique of stab binding to form a distinctive sewn stitch spine. Select your cover from a tempting range of handmade Japanese Chiyogami papers. Include your own marbled sheets as end papers if you wish.

Friendly, relaxed atmosphere. Beginners and more experienced students welcome.
Note: This class can be booked along with Coptic Bookbinding on Sun 26th Apr 2026 as a 2-day course.

“Anna happily shares her wealth of knowledge throughout the day. It is enormously enjoyable to create a book which is both functional and deeply personal”

“I was totally engrossed in the course. A fascinating and productive day. Thoroughly recommended”

Tutor: Anna Yevtukh

Anna studied Art & Bookbinding in Ukraine and has been making stylish, inventive books since 1998. Her books are objects of art, designed through considerable thought, created with passion and constructed to the highest quality.

As a member of the Society of Bookbinders and the Guild of Designer Craftsmen, she exhibits at specialist fairs and galleries. Her work features in private collections worldwide.
Visit: anna-yevtukh.com

“Anna is an extremely knowledgeable, enthusiastic and generous tutor”

Materials

Plain & patterned papers, inks, threads and adhesive. All tools are provided.
Materials fee: £20 per person.
This is in addition to the course fee.

Lunch & Refreshments

A tasty light lunch is included in the course fee. Help yourself to drinks and snacks throughout the day with homemade cake mid-afternoon. (Please let us know of any dietary requirements).  

Timing

Arrival: Join us from 9.30am to settle in
Tuition: 10.00am – 4.30pm (with a break for lunch)

“The venue is spot on – light & airy studio, tasty picnic-style lunch, delicious cakes”