Dates & Times
Day 1: Saturday, 29 November 2025 – 10:00am to 4:00pm
Day 2: Sunday, 30 November 2025 – 1:00pm to 5:30pm
Locations
Day 1: Moveable Type Studio, The Paint Factory, Hyde Rd, Yeronga
Day 2: The Nest Creative Space, 31 Ferry Rd, West End QLD
Day 1: Letterpress Printing with Moveable Type Studio
Explore hands-on letterpress printing using traditional and contemporary techniques. Create textured prints for your book covers and pages. Optional page swapping with fellow participants for a collaborative keepsake.
Day 2: Coptic Bookbinding with Shelbyville Bookbinding
Transform your letterpress prints into a beautifully handcrafted A5 journal or sketchbook. In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn the art of multi-needle Coptic binding — a technique known for its exposed spine and decorative stitching — using vibrant coloured linen threads.
All tools and materials are provided, but you're welcome to bring your own papers or favourite tools to personalise your creation.
Hosted by Michelle Vandermeer (Shelbyville)
Michelle is a Brisbane-based bookbinder, designer, and artist with a passion for sharing the timeless craft of handmade books. Her workshops are known for their welcoming atmosphere and attention to detail, making them perfect for beginners and seasoned creatives alike.
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