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Our mission is to improve mental wellbeing through our workshops and experiences. We curate our teachers and hosts carefully to ensure that they are of high quality.
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For extra peace of mind, all our bookings are covered by our $20 million public liability insurance.
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ClassBento money-back guarantee
Our mission is to improve mental wellbeing through our workshops and experiences. We curate our teachers and hosts carefully to ensure that they are of high quality.
That's why we provide a money-back guarantee*: If you're unsatisfied with this experience, just leave it at least 20 minutes before it ends, and tell us (the ClassBento team) the reason for your dissatisfaction within 4 hours of that time, and we'll provide you with a refund.
For extra peace of mind, all our bookings are covered by our $20 million public liability insurance.
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Q: What's the cancellation policy?
A: No cancellations, but free to reschedule up until 7 days before the event
Q: How long does the class run for, and what's the price?
A: 2 hours, $180 per guest
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A sketchbook is a working document, a set of visual notes. It is a personal document that is a learning and recording tool and it doesn't get more personal than making your own.
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A full materials pack couriered out to you, free post (no tools except needles).
The closing date for booking for those requiring materials delivery in the Sydney Metro areas is four days before class commences.
Refunds:
No refunds for Online workshops once commenced. A Zoom link will be sent out to you a few days before. We'll start gathering students 10 minutes before the workshop. Lateness will not be accommodated.
Workshop written and delivered by Isabelle Ting McGowan © 2018 Isabelle Ting McGowan. All rights reserved.
- Bone Folder ($12)
- Scalpel and blades ($20)
- Awl ($12)
- Board Cutter ($15)
- Complete tools pack ($60)
- Small pot of PVA ($5)
This is a very technical workshop which requires a high level of capability and confidence in using sharp instruments and being able to follow verbal instructions is expected. You will need to have completed our Level 1 and Level 2 courses or already have good bookbinding skills, especially in sewing a multiple section book.
Being able to follow verbal instructions and visual instructions online is expected.
- Paper
- Book board
- Decorative paper
- Book cloth
- Needles
- Linen thread
- Ruler
- Pencil
- Cutting mat
- Magazines for waste paper
- Brush for glue
- PVA
- Bone folder
- Awl
- Scalpel and Blade
- Board cutting knife
Optional purchase of a complete tool kit:
- Bone folder
- Awl
- Scalpel and Blade
- Board cutting knife
- PVA glue
Florence-trained Bookbinder now based in Sydney with over 10 years teaching experience
Make Books with us!
With over 15 years of experience teaching bookbinding and associated arts, Isabelle offers a comprehensive range of courses and workshops aimed at both beginner and advanced students.
Long and short courses in bookbinding and related book arts are offered from the bindery in an inner-Western Sydney art enclave. We strive to give you the best possible experience, working through every stage of transforming paper, leather and other raw materials into a finished book. All book-binding courses are complete in themselves ÂÂ- and guests complete the course with attractive volumes of their own creation, that make ideal gifts and mementos.
Here at the bindery, we are committed to helping you achieve your bookbinding goals, whether as a hobbyist or professional.
We ensure that our classes are accessible online and in-bindery. Which is why there are courses specially written and designed for each. Whether you want to expand on your crafting skills or start your book collecting journey, we have something for you.
The Owl & Lion is based in Sydney, Australia.
WE ARE LOCATED AT:
Suite 6.05
Precinct 75
75 Mary Street, St Peters
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Roxanne Phan • Mar 2023
11 ClassBento workshops attended • 11 reviews
Lovely small class. Isabelle was very helpful and provided many great tips for bookbinding :D
Matilda • Apr 2022
78 ClassBento workshops attended • 47 reviews
Isabelle is an absolutely fantastic teacher. I would not hesitate to highly recommend any of her courses.
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