Zlín Design Week → Staple the notebook /
11/05 ~ 12.30 hod.

(the course is in Czech language)

/ workshop date: Sunday 11/05/2025
/ time: 12.30–13.30
/ venue: Tržiště Pod Kaštany, Zlín
/ course capacity max. 15 participants
/ for complete beginners and advanced
/ workshop is suitable for ages 6 and up (up to 15 with adult accompaniment)
/ workshop price includes materials and components

Are you thinking about how to create your own products with respect for the environment and ecological footprint? Or make a unique gift for your loved ones? Come make a notebook or notebooks with a simple V1 binding. We will guide you through the creation process, using old papers saved from disposal. In addition to gaining experience with the bookbinding craft and some bookbinding machines, you will also try out how to create sustainably.

How will the workshop take place?

1. We will quickly introduce the Reform project and explain what recycling and upcycling are.
2. We will introduce you to the bookbinding tools and machines that we will use to produce the product.
3. Everyone will choose papers for their notebook/notebook, then we will assemble them and connect them with staples on a wire.
4. Finally, with the assistance of the lecturer, everyone will cut and decorate their block according to their wishes. For example, with stamps or collages. You can also perforate the sheets and have a tear-off product. Alternatively, add an elastic band to close the notebook.

What will the workshop bring you?

• practical experience in how to use waste materials meaningfully
• a handmade notebook that can be used practically – whether as a gift or for your own needs
• an introduction to the bookbinding craft
• the opportunity to try out working with bookbinding machines with the assistance of a lecturer (an experienced bookbinder)