Beginner Bookbinding- Make Your Own Handmade Journal

Beginner Bookbinding: Make Your Own Handmade Journal

Turn a vintage book into a one-of-a-kind journal in this hands-on class for curious crafters and creative souls.

Ready to dive into the art of bookbinding? Whether you’re an artist, a writer, a journal lover, or just want to try something new, this beginner-friendly class will walk you through the basics in a relaxed and supportive setting. You’ll learn how to transform a vintage hardcover into a personalized, hand-sewn journal using time-honored techniques and tools of the trade.

What You’ll Learn:
- Intro to bookbinding tools & materials: paper, thread, needles, and other essentials.
- Foundational stitching: the beginner-friendly “sewn chains” technique.
- Creating signatures: folding and organizing inner pages.
- Binding it all together: step-by-step instruction to assemble your book.

What to Expect:
- Hands-on: upcycle a vintage book cover and fill it with blank pages bound by your own hand.
- All materials provided: paper, thread, vintage book covers, and access to tools like bone folders, awls, Japanese screw punches, punching cradles, and self-healing mats.
- A relaxed, social class with one-on-one guidance and plenty of room for questions, creativity, and conversation.

Perfect For:
- Curious beginners
- DIY lovers and stationery fans
- Writers, artists, and journalers
- Anyone who loves making things by hand (and wants a chill evening with great company)
- AGE 15+

Class Details:
- Instructor: Kristi Wilson Bovee
- Duration: 2.5–3 hours
- Location: The Creative Jam
- Cost: $75

Come get crafty and leave with a gorgeous handmade journal, new skills, and a whole new creative obsession. Spots are limited—grab yours and bring a friend!