Book Binding Workshop Experience Melbourne

Using Zetta Florence paper, create your very own hardcover sketchbook



3 hours Class size 1 to 8 guests

$150 (Afterpay available)


Experience the joy of creating your own handcrafted journal in our immersive three-hour bookbinding workshop. If you love the feel of a beautifully made book and the satisfaction of making something unique, this workshop is for you!
Held in the welcoming workshop space of Zetta Florence, nestled in the vibrant Brunswick Street, Fitzroy, this workshop is led by a practising artist and experienced educator, Nicole Wassell. Nicole brings years of teaching experience across all levels, making this session perfect for both complete beginners and those looking to enhance their current skills.
You’ll start by exploring the stunning array of papers available at Zetta Florence, selecting your own cover and endpapers to craft a truly one-of-a-kind journal.
Throughout the workshop, Nicole will guide you through essential techniques, from sewing pages into signatures and constructing book blocks, to adding endpapers, building hard covers, and creating a simple yet durable spine.
At the end of the session, you'll leave with an 80-page journal or sketchbook, meticulously bound using exquisite handmade and beautifully printed papers. Even more, you'll gain the skills and knowledge to continue your bookbinding journey at home.
All materials and tools are provided, along with detailed step-by-step notes, so all you need to bring is your passion for creativity and a love of beautiful things!
Knowledge required
This class will suit beginners or people with some skills who wish to build on their current skills - no prior experience is needed.
This class is ideal for individuals, couples, as well as for small group sessions by arrangement. This experience could be gifted to a friend or loved one and would make a great couples gift for weddings, engagements, or the birth of a child.
What you'll get
  • Hands-on experience with basic and foundational bookbinding techniques.
  • The skills needed to create beautiful soft spine hardcover sketchbooks and journals, including sewing and gluing techniques.
  • A beautiful handmade book covered with exquisite handmade and/or printed papers that can be used for journaling, note-taking, or sketching.
  • The intense satisfaction of creating beautiful individual hardbound books (for you or for gifts!).
What to bring
  • Just you!
  • A passion for beautiful things.
  • Creativity and enthusiasm.
  • While aprons will be provided, we recommend wearing clothes that you do not mind getting a tiny bit dirty just in case accidents happen with the glue!
  • We will provide light snacks and refreshments but you are welcome to BYO alcohol and extra snacks. We have all the glassware and plates sorted for you.
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea or hens party.

This experience would also be a fun gift for her, gift for mum or gift for couples.

Location

Zetta Florence, Brunswick Street, Fitzroy VIC

The shop is in the heart of Brunswick Street, Fitzroy. It is on tram line 11 and a short walk to Parliament station. There is parking around Brunswick street and the side streets, most 2 hour parking ends at 6pm and is unlimited for the rest of the night.

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At Zetta Florence, our workshops are an extension of our deep-rooted love for preserving Australia’s rich history and cultural treasures. Born from our passion for vintage finds and storytelling, we’ve spent decades collaborating with museums, galleries, and libraries to create Australia’s first premium archival range—a legacy that still houses much of our nation’s history today.
Our mission is to bring art and creativity into everyday life. Through our workshops, we invite you to explore your creative side, learn new skills, and make meaningful connections—all within the beautiful, calming environment of our shop.
Our workshops are led by teachers that are experts in their medium. Whether Calligraphy or Letter Writing, these teachers have been doing it in their own lives for years. Whether you're crafting for a special occasion or simply looking to infuse more creativity into your day-to-day life, you'll find inspiration and guidance here.
Join us for a workshop that’s more than just a learning experience—it’s a journey through time, culture, and creativity, all within the walls of Zetta Florence.

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