Life, Stuck Together: The Handmade Journal Making Workshop

Join us for a relaxed and inspiring evening of creativity at one of our partner venues. Hosted monthly on Thursday evenings from 7:00pm – 9:15pm at The Vine, Highgate Road (NW5), these workshops are designed to bring people together through the joy of making,  whether you come solo, with a friend, or as part of a small group.

In this welcoming, guided session, you’ll be introduced to simplified traditional bookbinding techniques, reimagined in a modern and accessible way. Working with a thoughtfully curated selection of tactile materials, you’ll create a one-of-a-kind handmade journal.

What to expect

Led step-by-step by your friendly tutor, you will:

• Learn how to assemble your journal using accessible bookbinding techniques
• Explore a rich mix of materials, from cartridge paper to handmade sheets, fabrics, and patterned papers
• Create a beautifully balanced, tactile composition that feels both personal and refined

With plenty of hands-on guidance throughout, this session offers a calm, low-pressure environment where you can switch off, connect, and enjoy the process, no prior experience needed.

What’s included

• All materials and tools provided
• A curated selection of high-quality papers and textures
• Step-by-step tuition and support
• Your own finished handmade journal to take home

Knowledge required

No experience is necessary. This workshop is suitable for beginners as well as anyone who enjoys working with paper and creative materials.

What to bring

Just bring yourself. If you wish, you’re welcome to bring small pieces of paper or imagery you’d like to include in your journal, such as old school reports, wallpaper samples, or favourite magazine cuttings.

Pricing

£60 per personSuitable for ages 18+

You’ll leave with a beautifully crafted, tactile keepsake, perfect for holding sketches, notes, or future ideas, and a renewed sense of creative inspiration.

Food and Drink
A wide variety of food and drinks are available at The Vine’s main bar. Feel free to reserve a table for dinner before the class, or you can go downstairs to order food and beverages at any time during the workshop. Book a table for dinner here. You can check out the Food menu here.

Getting to The Vine

The Vine is easy to reach. The nearest station is Gospel Oak (Overground), a 3–5 minute walk away. You can also use the Northern line to Tufnell Park or Kentish Town (7–10 minutes on foot). Bus routes 88, 134, 214 and C11 all stop nearby on Highgate Road.

Parking

There is no designated parking, but paid parking is nearby. Click this link for more information.

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