Sunday 8th December
Juju Books Studio, Glasgow
10am - 5pmish

Boxmaking is an important skill for bookbinders ot learn, but it'a also a great craft to know in itself. I make boxes often and love how versatile they are, am excited to offer this new workshop. We'll make a two-piece keepsake box with a lift off lid - a versatile and archival way to store special items. The box will be covered in hand marbled paper and high quality bookcloth, with a foil blocked label to make it really special. Perfect for a unique Christmas gift!

During this one day workshop, we’ll learn:
How to make a custom fitted box that's strong and neat
’Turning in’, or covering trays with covering material
Measuring and cutting materials accurately
Foil blocking a custom label

as well as lots of tips and tricks of the trade along the way. I'll share my method of measuring and calculating sizes to make boxes of any size. They don’t require heavy or expensive tools, so you’ll be able to make more at home!

The cost includes all professional tools and materials, and an abundance of carefully selected bookcloths and hand marbled papers. Everyone will leave with one unique box to take away, and the skills to make more at home.

Suitable for beginners who are good with their hands, as well as those with some experience. This is perfect for booklovers, artists and collectors looking to learn a unique way to store and their items, as well as bookbinders looking to learn boxmaking fundamentals.

We’ll have refreshments to keep us going throughout the day as well as a lunch break. The studio is a short train ride from Glasgow Central, and has free on street parking.