Coptic Stitch Bookbinding (1 day) in the Peak District
Description
This historical technique is perfect for creating books & journals from scratch. Take away a pair of handcrafted books - plus the skills & knowledge to make more at home. Coptic bookbinding dates back to 3rd century Egypt. Characterised by an exposed spine with visible stitching, the construction ensures a book lies flat when open; its sewn spine making an interesting feature. Anna will guide you through the making process step by step. You will complete two beautiful books to take home, one with a single colour thread, the second using two colours. Choose from a selection of papers for your book covers, complimented by coloured threads. Each book measures approx. 11x10x2.5 cm. Friendly, relaxed atmosphere. Suitable for both beginners and those with experience. Note: This class can be booked along with 'bookbinding & paper marbling' on Sat 13th Sep 2025 as a 2-day course. Friendly, relaxed atmosphere. Beginners and more experienced students welcome. Note: this class can be booked along with 'bookbinding & paper marbling' the previous day if you wish to attend for 2 days. Tutor: Anna Yevtukh Anna studied art & bookbinding in Ukraine and has been making stylish, inventive books since 1998. Her books are objects of art, designed through considerable thought, created with passion and constructed to the highest quality. As a member of the Society of Bookbinders and the Guild of Designer Craftsmen, she exhibits at specialist fairs and galleries. Her work features in private collections worldwide. Arrival: Join us from 9.30am to settle in. Tuition: 10.00am – 4.30pm. Breaks for lunch and tea & cake mid-afternoon. • Purpose built studio in beautiful Peak District setting. • Relaxed, creative atmosphere. • 6 - 8 students per workshop. • Open to both beginners and those with experience. • Good fresh food, homemade cakes. • Accommodation on site and nearby if required. • Private groups welcome (minimum 5 people). For further information or any questions please select the 'message the tutor' button to be put in touch with the course organiser.
What's included in the price?
The price includes professional tuition, lunch and refreshments. There will be an additional materials fee of £15. This is payable to the tutor at the end. A tasty light lunch is included in the course fee. Let us know of any special dietary needs. Drinks and snacks are available all day to help yourself with home-made cake mid afternoon. Accommodation available at extra charge (See FAQ's). Please message via the "message the tutor" button for more info.
Duration
1 day
Cancellation policy
Strict - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 8 weeks before the course starts
Maker
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Teenagers
- Engagement, birthdays & anniversaries
- Daytime (weekdays)
- Accommodation offered
- Suitable for beginners
- Parking provided
- Public transport
- UK Holiday
- Stag dos
- Hen dos
- Suitable for all abilities
- Corporate days out & team building
- Romantic
- Weekends
FAQs
Zantium Studios is clearly marked on Google Maps.
We are on the edge of the Peak District (Derbyshire) - near Wirksworth, a few miles from Matlock.
Clear directions will be sent by email a month prior to the course.
The Zantium Studio is on the first floor which involves a flight of 11 steps. There is a handrail to one side.
The toilet is on the first floor directly opposite the Studio.
There are a number of exterior stone steps and uneven ground from the car park to the house.
We have off-street parking for several cars
Full Day Courses:
A tasty light lunch is included in the course fee. Tea, coffee and biscuits are available all day to help yourself and home-made cake served mid afternoon.
Half Day Courses:
Drinks and snacks are included in the course fee. Tea, coffee, biscuits are available to help yourself and home-made cake at break time.
We have a top Food Hygiene Rating of 5.
Any special dietary requirements must be communicated in advance and we will do our best to cater to your needs. However, customers with allergies or severe intolerances should bring their own food. Our kitchen is in a domestic setting and we cannot guarantee a “free-from” environment.
*** Please let us know of any special dietary requirements ***
There are various accommodation options nearby including our own 2 holiday lets.
'Godfrey Hole Cottage' is on site. It has 2 bedrooms, a double and a single
'The Counting House' is a mile from the Zantium Studio in the town of Wirksworth. It has one double bedroom (ensuite)
Should the advertised tutor be unable to attend, we reserve the right to substitute a tutor of equal standing.
In the unlikely event that we have to cancel a course, customers will receive a full refund or the chance to transfer to another course from our Zantium Studios programme. This may happen due to severe weather, illness or if we receive an insufficient number of bookings. In such cases, we will always give as much notice as possible. However, we cannot accept responsibility for any associated plans you may have made such as travel, accommodation etc. Customers should consider taking out their own cancellation insurance.
