WELCOME BOOKBINDERS AND BOOK ARTISTS

Since 1983 the Canadian Bookbinders and Book Artists Guild has worked to support the development of the book arts in Canada. This web site is dedicated to that effort. The book arts include bookbinding, artists' books, papermaking, calligraphy, letterpress printing and typography, wood engraving, paper decorating, restoration, and conservation.

UPCOMING WORKSHOPS:



IN-PERSON BOOKBINDING 1 WORKSHOPS

Bookbinding 1 Intensive with Barbara Helander, Calendon East (just north of Brampton) ON

Sunday-Friday, Aug 16-21, 2026, 9.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m.


Bookbinding 1 Intensive with Andrew Huot, Toronto (Scarborough) ON

Sunday-Friday, Sept 13-18, 2026, 9.30 a.m. - 4.30 p.m.


Bookbinding 1 with Timothy Dyck, Winnipeg MB

Fri, Sat, Sun, Oct 16-17-18 & Oct 23-25-25, 2026, 9.30 a.m. - 4.30 p.m.


This workshop is an introduction to the craft of bookbinding. During six days participants will receive instruction on how to use a variety of tools and will learn about bookbinding materials in general.

The workshop starts with the making of a few simple pamphlet structures and culminates with the binding of two case-bound, flat-back books. The workshop will provide participants with the knowledge and skills they need to explore bookbinding independently or pursue further education in the field. 

Click here for full details on the August/Caledon East ON workshop.

Click here for full details on the September/Scarborough ON workshop.

Click here for full details on the October/Winnipeg MC workshop.

ONLINE WORKSHOP

Crossed Structure Bindings with Erin Fletcher

Tuesdays, July 7, 9 & 14, 2026, 6.00 - 8.30 pm (Eastern time)


The Crossed Structure binding is a non-adhesive binding that offers much freedom to the text block. This Twentieth century design was developed by Carmencho Arregui, who was greatly inspired by the Long Stitch bindings of the medieval era.

It is suitable in conservation or new bindings, such as travel journals or decorative bindings. The structure is uniquely constructed by interlocking the front and back cover at the spine.

In this workshop, we’ll explore three of Carmencho’s variations: Hidden, MarcoPolo, and Solo.

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ONLINE WORKSHOP

Tapestry Book with Anna Yevtukh

Sundays, July 12 & 19, 2026, 10.30 a.m. – 12.30 p.m. (Eastern time)


Join us for a fun and creative online workshop where you'll learn how to create your own handmade journal featuring a beautiful, embroidered spine.

Discover this mix of the art of bookbinding and embroidery to create a unique journal.

No prior experience is needed, just bring your enthusiasm and creativity!

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ONLINE WORKSHOP

The Floating Panel Book with Andrew Huot

Wednesday, July 15, 2026, 6.00 - 9.00 p.m. (Eastern time)


The floating panel book, or panel panorama, is a book structure invented by book artist Hedi Kyle.

This structure is based on the accordion book but has hinged panels that display flat to the viewer. 

These panels swivel and can show a set of images both on the front and back of the structure.

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ONLINE WORKSHOP

Hexed Book with Anna Yevtukh

Sundays, September 13 & 20, 2026, 10.30 a.m. – 12.30 p.m. (Eastern time)


During this workshop, you will create six tiny handcrafted triangular journals and then bind them together into one beautiful hexagon shaped project  - the Hexad Book.

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Click here for The list of all workshops and courses.



Kindred Spirits: The Lucy Maud Montgomery Legacy as Interpreted by Contemporary Book Artists

For the list of exhibition venues across Canada, visit the exhibition's website:  kindred-spirits-bookarts.com

The Canadian Bookbinders and Book Artists Guild gratefully acknowledges the support of the Government of Canada.

Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube (for exclusive lecture recording, Beyond Anne of Green Gables, presented by Kathy Wasylenky from Lucy Maud Montgomery Society of Ontario).

BOOKBINDING

WHAT IS IT?

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Work & Hobby

Bookbinding consists of many different types of work, particularly in North America where it can be difficult to specialize and make a living.

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Magazine

EXTENSIVE LIBRARY

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Publication

Book Arts arts du livre Canada is published twice a year. It features book arts events, book artists, book and exhibition reviews, technical articles, and historical essays.

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EDUCATION

RESOURCES

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CBBAG has a few curated lists of resources that we think will be of use to bookbinders and book artists. 

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