Create your own junk journal - learn bookbinding techniques and spend a morning unwinding and collaging in company.

Take a break this Twixmas with this our junk journaling workshop in Deptford, South East London - a slow, joy-filled morning of making where you’ll create your own junk journal from scratch.

You'll learn bookbinding techniques using everyday materials and personal finds, crafting a beautifully tactile junk journal that’s full of character and completely your own!

No experience is needed to join in. This is a relaxed, welcoming space where you can experiment and enjoy the creative process without any pressure.

What to expect:

• Learn simple, beginner-friendly bookbinding techniques.

• Create your own junk journal from scratch.

• Use everyday materials like scrap paper, cardboard, and found items.

• Bring your own artwork, prints, wrapping paper, or keepsakes from the year to include.

• Cutting, sticking, and collaging to build your pages.

• Access to a variety of papers, textures, and materials provided.

• A calm, creative environment where you can work at your own pace.

By the end of the session, you’ll leave with a handmade journal that’s uniquely yours - filled with personal touches and ready to be used, gifted, or simply enjoyed.

What you'll get

• Guidance in simple bookbinding and journal construction.

• Access to loads of collage and decorative supplies.

• All tools and materials provided.

• Take home a journal full of stories, scraps, and little bits of joy.

Knowledge required

Perfect for beginners and avid junk journalers alike.

What to bring

• Any artwork/prints or papers they would like to use as a cover.

• Tickets, photos, postcards, anything that brings you joy.

• Don't worry if you don't have anything to bring -- we've got STACKS of collage supplies.