Event type: Other
Date: 31st May 2026
Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Venue: Walton, The Riverhouse Barn Arts Centre
Cost: £30 or £60 for both sessions
Booking: Note that booking is required.

Handmade Paper & Artist Books Workshop

Session 2: Artist Book Binding by Artistic Stitches - Fully Booked

See linked Paper Making workshop Saturday 30 May

In association with The Elmbridge Literary Festival

Tickets: £30 per person/Booking both sessions £60 Riverhouse Barn

This session explores creative bookbinding techniques for turning handmade (or found) papers into artist books and zines. You’ll learn simple, adaptable binding methods using thread and hand processes, creating book forms designed for embroidery, textiles, and mixed media. Ideal for craft lovers interested in combining paper, stitch, and storytelling.

Suitable for all levels — no prior experience required.  All materials and tools included. 

Led by: Janet McDonagh, an experienced workshop leader, an accomplished mixed media and textile artist creating artwork in a variety of media and styles.

Where:  Riverhouse Barn Arts Centre, Manor Road, Walton-on-Thames, Surrey, KT12 2PF