Become a Member today!

Membership of the Victorian Bookbinders Guild runs from 1st July to 30th June each year. Membership forms can be completed online or downloaded and emailed to the Secretary. Annual membership is $60 for a single membership.

Membership Benefits:

  • Three editions of Signature per year, the Victorian Bookbinders Guild newsletter, along with updates from other bookbinding guilds and societies from around the world.
  • Priority booking and discounts for workshops and courses hosted by the Guild.
  • Access to the Guild's extensive library covering various aspects of bookbinding.
  • Access to the members' buying scheme, which aims to make materials and supplies available that may not otherwise be readily obtainable in small quantities.
  • Priority access to bookbinding equipment donated to the Guild and made available for sale.
  • An open invitation to monthly meetings, open bindery sessions, and special events. See the What's On page for further details.

Workshop: Single Section Pamphlet Binding

This short workshop will introduce you to single-section or pamphlet bindings, with a focus on cutting techniques, accurate measuring, sewing and paper handling. These binding are perfect for zines and quick booklets. During the workshop you will complete three projects:

- a single section stitched paper covered booklet with printed instructions

- a single section stitched booklet with a cardboard cover

- a hard cover single section cased-in binding

The workshop is limited to 8 participants and includes all materials.

Details

📅 Tuesday 11th August 2026 
⏰ 6pm to 9pm
📍Rear Hall, St. Faith's Church, 8 Charles St., Glen Iris
💲Members Price $35 / Non-Members $45
Tutor: Matthew G. Robinson