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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.
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.
* We may choose to limit our refund per customer at $1000. In some rare cases, we may also require you to show us your photo ID before we process the refund.
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Upcoming dates for Introduction to Bookbinding Saturday Workshop
Times are Sydney time. Dates and prices as of 19 Oct 2026, 10:43pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.
3 upcoming dates between 31 Oct 2026 and 16 Jan 2027.
- Sat 31 Oct 2026, 10am-1:30pm
- Sat 5 Dec 2026, 10am-1:30pm
- Sat 16 Jan 2027, 10am-1:30pm
What you'll get
- All materials and tools provided.
- Beautiful papers and specialty book cloth to choose from
- Full leather pieces to use (vegan available)
- Expert instructions
- Make a whole lot of booklets to fill your ‘chunky journal’ with
- Tea, coffee and biscuits
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Knowledge required
This workshop is suitable for beginners with basic crafting skills such as cutting, folding, and measuring.No prior experience is required, but confidence in using sharp instruments and the ability to follow instructions are essential.All materials, tools, tea, coffee, and biscuits are provided.Please read our Terms and Conditions carefully before booking, as refunds are not available for change of mind.Workshop written and delivered by Isabelle McGowan © 2010 Isabelle McGowan. All rights reserved.
What to bring
An apron would be useful. Please wear closed, covered shoes.
Location
Owl and Lion Bindery - 193/392 Jones Street, Ultimo NSW
Central Station is a 10 minutes walk OR Exhibition Centre Light rail is a 4 minute walk. Direct out front paid on-street parking is available.
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Recent reviews of Introduction to Bookbinding Saturday Workshop
- 5/5 from Jennifer Cox, attended Feb 2026: Excellent workshop, clearly explained, well paced and challenging enough to be really satisfying.
- 5/5 from Donna Hanson, attended Nov 2025: I loved every minute of this. So much fun and very informative. The teacher was approachable and provided clear instructions and also would repeat if you didn’t get it the first time. Well worth the trip from Canberra
- 5/5 from Alexandra Nielsen, attended Oct 2025: Isabelle was a fantastic, helpful, patient teacher. She was super informative and I highly recommend this class.
- 5/5 from Mary Chin, attended Jun 2025: Amazing time. Instructor was so passionate about it. I love my leather binder with all my mini books.
- 5/5 from Cathy Casey, attended Apr 2025: I did the intro class today and it’s definitely made me eager to learn more. Isabelle is a great teacher with loads of knowledge, passion and patience. We made 3 different types of books using different techniques. We also made a soft leather cover to hold them in - it looks so professional. The class was equal parts fun and learning. I enjoyed it so much I’ve already booked my next one.
- 5/5 from Emily Stuart-Jones, attended Feb 2025: Fantastic beginners class
- 5/5 from Jana Lepojevic, attended Feb 2025: Such an interesting and fun class! Learned a couple of different methods and got to make a cute mix of notebooks which I’m really happy with. Isabelle was a great teacher, some parts can get a little complicated but Isabelle was super helpful. Would recommend this for anyone looking to try something new or learn about bookbinding.
- 5/5 from Sarah Tresidder, attended Jul 2024: Fabulous workshop & Isabelle is a fantastic teacher. Really enjoyed this and found it to be addictive & fascinating in equal measures. It would really help if Bento could check class timings as the end time was printed incorrectly.
Your teacher
Isabelle McGowan
Florence-trained Bookbinder now based in Sydney with over 10 years teaching experience
5.0 (55)
female Women-owned
The Owl & Lion Bindery in Ultimo, Sydney, led by Isabelle with 15 years of teaching experience, offers diverse courses and workshops in bookbinding and related arts. Our goal is to provide an immersive journey through the bookbinding process, catering to beginners and advanced students alike.Structured to accommodate varying skill levels, our courses ensure each participant crafts beautifully finished volumes. We're committed to nurturing individuals' bookbinding aspirations, whether pursued as a hobby or profession, making this timeless tradition accessible to all.Classes are available both online and in-bindery, meticulously tailored to suit different learning styles and schedules. Whether you're looking to refine your crafting skills or embark on a creative journey, the Owl & Lion Bindery has the perfect offering for you. Additionally, Isabelle offers teaching services worldwide, ensuring accessibility for enthusiasts everywhere. Reach out to us, to explore your bookbinding journey further.We are located at:Shop 193392 Jones StreetUltimo, Sydney2007
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