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Westminster Library

Bookbinding Workshop

The Westminster Public Library understands that everyone has a unique story to tell. Let us help you tell it! This hands-on workshop is designed to inspire self expression in the form of a book. All materials provided and no bookbinding experience necessary.

The Westminster Public Library features bookbinding workshops year round to make your own book. Our expert bookbinder lead the classes in three different skills: beginner, intermediate and expert. 

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Location: Westminster Central Library, Room 23

Days: Monday, Wednesday, Friday

Time: Varies

Books made from our workshops

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Take Home Kits

Take Home Kit - Book bind at Home : Westminster Library offers at home kits. Kits include all material necessary, illustrated instructions along with a video link to step by step instructions. Visit our front desk. Image: colorful books

 

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Can't make it to the workshop? Prefer to work from home?

While we strive to make our workshops year round and accessible to everyone, sometimes it's not possible to meet every need. That's why we've created at home bookbinding kits. Bookbinding kits have everything you need to make your own book from the comfort of your home. 

Visit our front desk to pick up a kit!

Available for all skillsets, for all ages (5+). Kits are limited to availability and are restocked weekly.

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Timeless Stitches & Beautiful Bindings to Craft Your Perfect Book You don't need to be an experienced bookbinder to create one-of-a-kind books. Chanel Ly, founder of Bitter Melon Bindery, is here to guide you through 12 practical projects that you can personalize to show off your creative side. All you need are a few basic tools and materials to get started. Learn to craft a Minimal Journal that is not only sleek and stunning but sturdy enough to withstand everyday use. Looking for a Lay-Flat Sketchbook that feels as unique as your art? Make your own with a gorgeous exposed spine that is unlike anything you'll buy off the shelves. Create an unforgettable gift for someone you love such as a wraparound Travel Diary bound in sentimental fabric or a custom-made Photo Album to hold treasured memories. And once you've mastered these projects, you'll have the necessary skills to design your very own book or give new life to an old favorite. Full of helpful tips, solutions to troubleshoot common mistakes and plenty of visual examples, this resource will fulfill all your bookish dreams for years to come!