ABOUT
Creative Bookbinding
taught by
MARION
LAFOUGERE
Marion, a former cinema professional, trained at Les Ateliers du Vésinet in both contemporary and traditional bookbinding. She now restores antique books and creates bespoke pieces—wedding and birth books, artist’s works, and unique notebooks—combining craftsmanship, playful design, and a love of paper and leather.
Following the success of our introductory bookbinding workshop, we are pleased to offer a regular bookbinding class for anyone who would like to continue developing their skills.
The class is open to complete beginners as well as participants with prior experience in bookbinding.
For beginners
Participants with no previous experience will start with the same three introductory lessons covered in the workshop (see below). These sessions introduce the essential tools, materials, and techniques of bookbinding, providing a solid foundation to work safely and confidently. By the end of the initial lessons, beginners will have completed their first handmade book and gained the skills needed to move on to more independent projects.
For continuing and experienced participants
Those who have already attended the workshop, or who have some knowledge of bookbinding, are welcome to develop their own projects during the class. Participants may bring personal ideas to work on or choose from project suggestions provided by the instructor, ranging from traditional binding structures to more experimental or artistic approaches.
About the class
The regular class is structured as an open, ongoing learning environment, where participants work at their own pace with guidance from the instructor. Technical instruction, demonstrations, and individual support are provided according to each participant’s level and interests.
This format allows for:
Skill development over time
Exploration of different binding techniques
Experimentation with materials and formats
Exchange of ideas within a shared studio setting
Whether you are just starting out or looking to deepen your practice, the regular bookbinding class offers a supportive space to learn, experiment, and make books.
Depending on the number of participants the class will be held at the Hangar or in a bookbinding studio in Grasse.
1: Stitched A5 Notebook
Learn a simple but striking binding technique that leaves the stitching visible on the outside. Using colored thread, you’ll create an A5 notebook that’s as practical as it is decorative – perfect for jotting down notes, sketches, or ideas.
2: Leporello (Accordion-Style Booklet)
Discover how to fold and assemble a leporello, a versatile format that can be used as a mini photo album, an art display, or a creative journal. You’ll work in A6 size with your choice of watercolor paper or black paper – ideal for photos, collage, or small artworks.
Folded Pocket Notebook
Make a compact A6 notebook with a folded pocket structure. This clever design combines pages for writing with handy pockets for holding tickets, photos, or little treasures.