EARLY BIRD | LAVA FESTIVAL Japanese Bookbinding Fundamentals, Sat June 27th

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Originating in China and Korea, what we most commonly recognise today as Japanese Stab Stitch Binding became popular in the Edo Period of Japan (1615-1868) for binding an array of printed materials from woodcut print collections, to poetry books and literature.

Perfect for beginners and experienced binders alike, this hands-on workshop will introduce you to four classic Japanese bookbinding styles — the foundational Four-Hole binding, Noble, Hemp Leaf and Tortoise Shell patterns. Students will also be shown how to make traditional Japanese book blocks and decorative corner pieces known as kadogire.

You'll leave this workshop with four beautiful handmade notebooks, a set of templates for each sewing pattern, and detailed instructions so that you can easily keep creating at home.

All materials and tools are provided, however if you would like to bring specific papers to use, you are more than welcome. Places are limited to six participants for a relaxed, personalised experience. 

WHEN?
Saturday 27th June 2026 1pm - 4.30pm

WHERE?
beKA + CLOUD Shop 1/118 Murwillumbah Street, Murwillumbah NSW 2484

BRING?
Water, snacks, apron.

Terms & Conditions

• Workshop places are non-refundable.
  
• Transfer of participant name is allowed, please let studio know in advance.
• We require two participants for the class to go ahead. We reserve the right to reschedule if the minimum is not met. If this class is cancelled, you will be offered a place in a future workshop held by Jo Olive.
  
  

Image Credit
Hamonshū, by Mori, Yūzan 1903