About this Event
Ground into your creative practice and learn the art of making your own journal in this simple, satisfying workshop at The Guesthouse Hotel located on Chicago’s north side at the crossroads of Andersonville Uptown, Lincoln Square, and Ravenswood.
Guided by Kelly Laughlin, founder of Odette Press, you'll learn how to create your own soft cover notebooks using traditional bookbinding tools, satisfying paper, and pamphlet stitch binding. Fold, measure, and sew your very own notebook! This workshop is perfect for beginners or anyone interested in learning a new skill, and is great for poetry chapbooks, travel writing, sketching, zines, journaling, or gifting.
Ticket includes all materials, and no experience is necessary.
Email [email protected] with any questions.
The Details:
Wednesday, October 22
6:00PM - 8:00PM
The Guesthouse Hotel
4872 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60640
The Flow:
Settle in to your spot in The Guesthouse Hotel library. You'll be guided through a creative prompt to inspire your evening, then you'll be led through creating your own soft cover journals. The rest of the time is yours to experiment, explore, and create your second notebook, and find inspiration in ways to fill your journal's pages.
All materials are provided and bookbinding kits will be available for purchase on the night of the event!
You'll leave with:
Two soft cover handmade journals
Instructions on making your journals at home
Save your spots today! This workshop pairs well with our .
Email [email protected] or DM @OdettePress with questions.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Guesthouse Hotel, 4872 North Clark Street, Chicago, United States
USD 90.27
