Introduction to Bookbinding Workshop

Make a leather journal and explore the pamphlet stitch!


Rhain DiPilla
Rhain DiPilla
4.9 (15)

5 hours Class size 1 to 8 guests    

  $160 - $165 ($165 per guest when you book for 1 guest, $160/guest for 2+ guests)
In this engaging workshop, you'll immerse yourself in the art of bookbinding. You will create two books during this workshop: one paper booklet and one leather journal, as well as leave with the skills and tools to continue making books at home!
No experience is needed, Rhain will guide you through the process step by step, ensuring you feel confident and empowered throughout the class.
You will discuss all the terminology, the specifications of the materials to end up with the best finish and the different techniques to complete both a simple pamphlet, as well as the options that the often overlooked Pamphlet Stitch can open up when paired with different artist mediums.
Using high-quality materials and traditional techniques, you'll learn how to bind your own books from scratch and will leave with your tools from the day, your books and an instruction sheet to refer back to at home.

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Upcoming dates for Introduction to Bookbinding Workshop

Times are Melbourne time. Dates and prices as of 5 Oct 2026, 7:31am; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

1 upcoming date between 31 Oct 2026 and 31 Oct 2026.

  • Sat 31 Oct 2026, 10:30am-3:30pm
What you'll get
  • A set of tools - awl, needles, bone folder, snips
  • Paper pamphlet booklet
  • Multi-signature leather journal
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Knowledge required
None! Perfect for beginners or those looking to improve their knowledge.
What to bring
Just bring yourself and any bookbinding and paper questions you might have.
Location

The Old Auction House - 52-56 Mollison Street, Kyneton VIC

900m to Kyneton train station or all day carpark off Simpson Street.

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  • 5/5 from Jenna Blyth, attended Sep 2026: What a lovely bookbinding workshop. The small group made everything feel accessible and achievable. Rhain was very generous with their knowledge sharing. It was a fun workshop and lunch was delicious.
  • 5/5 from Andrea Hooper, attended Jun 2026: Well structured class, plentiful supplies, good food, warm environment. Thank you
  • 5/5 from Alicia Hooper, attended Jun 2026: Teacher was excellent. She gave us technique and guidance and then lots of scope to be creative. We loved all of the books we made and with foundational method and take home tools, we will certainly continue to develop our bookbinding skills and make beautiful sketch books, journals, etc.
  • 5/5 from Craig Day, attended Apr 2026: The atmosphere was great, very relaxed. The teacher, Rhain was very helpful and knowledgeable. I came away with 2 pieces and plan to make more with the knowledge I attained. Well done.
  • 5/5 from Marina Villani, attended Oct 2025: Excellent instruction. Everything was well organized and all tools and materials were supplied. We had a fabulous lunch and the finished products were fantastic. Learned something new and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. A great way to spend a Saturday!
  • 5/5 from Kass L, attended Oct 2025: The class was really fun! It was hosted in a lovely space and Rhain was a great teacher. Around lunchtime, we had our coffee/tea/drink orders taken and then we had lunch provided. We were given plenty of guidance and one-on-one help throughout the day and the hours just flew by!
  • 5/5 from Julie McLaren, attended Jun 2025: Had a great time with Rhain and the other participants. A well-paced introduction to bookbinding that also allowed for individual creativity. Would highly recommend if you want to get stuck in to bookbinding or just want a fun new experience.
  • 5/5 from Lena Okeeffe, attended Jun 2025: I absolutely loved this bookbinding class. Rhain was friendly, knowledgeable and explained everything clearly, and no question was too small. I had no experience in bookbinding at all and was happy to make and take home a leather book that I will give a gift. I highly recommend this class to anyone interested in learning bookbinding or just trying something creative and new. Perfect relaxing way to spend a Saturday. Thank you Rhain
  • 5/5 from Danielle Legge, attended Jun 2025: Really interesting, informative and fun class. We all made two books, learnt how to fold paper, sew it together and make a soft leather cover.
  • 4/5 from Vicki Gauci, attended Apr 2025: Learning bookbinding was fun and Rhain was a a wonderful teacher. It was a long day but having lunch supplied was great. Overall an enlightening and inspiring experience, thank you.
  • 5/5 from Fiona Larkings, attended Nov 2024: Excellent way to spend a Saturday... Easy instruction, good choice of materials, all tools were supplied and most were part of our take home kit. Store bought coffee and lunch made the day even easier. Highly recommend this course and the The Old Auction House. Fiona
  • 5/5 from Collette Whittaker, attended Nov 2024: Great class and an amazing teacher …. Thank you Rhein and class mates for a great creative day Bookbinding
  • 5/5 from Janelle Sheen, attended Nov 2024: As always I felt welcomed and nourished by the Rhain and the staff. The activity, learning to hand bind a book, was enjoyable, a little challenging (that leather was tough) but the class was designed to ensure we all succeed. I would recommend this, indeed any class taken by Rhain, she is a quality and caring instructor who clearly loves sharing her skills with others. THANK YOU
  • 5/5 from Anne Lawson, attended Nov 2024: This was a great workshop. It was well organised with everything we needed for the class, including lunch and coffee. Rhain's instructions were clear and her enthusiasm for making books shone through. We all seemed to be very satisfied with our leather bound books ~ and to think it only took a few hours. Highly recommend the class, and the Old Auction House.
  • 5/5 from Ann-Maree Hannon, attended Nov 2024: Our teacher was excellent - she was very patient, supportive and enthusiastic about her craft. We made a simple book to start and then a leather covered book. The workshop was in a great art store, you got to keep the tools and lunch was provided. Well worth it.
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The Old Auction House
The Old Auction House

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The Old Auction House is an independently run multi-use arts precinct located in the regional Victorian town of Kyneton, just an hour north of Melbourne. Housed in a historic weatherboard building, which served as the much loved Ferris auction rooms for over 80 years, the precinct opened in April 2017 and is home to a variety of artistic spaces.
The Old Auction House is currently home to a retail shop specialising in quality Australian handmade items, four working artist studios including local glass artists Leadlight By Ettore, a teaching space for visiting artists, and two gallery spaces with rotating exhibitions.
The Old Auction House is open 7 days and the entire space has been renovated to be accessible for those with prams, wheelchairs, and mobility issues.
The Old Auction House has a focus on community engagement in the arts. Each studio runs a variety of classes with different artists and materials throughout the year.
Please have a look through our full list of classes to see the range of crafts and skills you can learn with our tutors or get in touch to book a private group session or party.

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