Friends Forever Mini Books Workshop December 17
Join us for a sweet evening of bookbinding magic! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to make two miniature hardcover books using salvaged and reclaimed materials. Whether you keep both, or give one to a friend, these tiny tomes are perfect for pocket poems, secret spells, or heartfelt notes.
We’ll walk you through the basics of bookbinding—no experience needed—and provide all the materials, tools, and guidance to bring your mini books to life. You’ll leave with newfound skills, a pair of precious handmade books, and the satisfaction of turning discarded scraps into something lasting and beautiful.
Perfect for all skill levels. Come solo or make it a friend date!
EVENT DETAILS:
Location: THE HOUSE Handcrafted
3000 Rosekemp Ave. Baltimore, MD 21214
Date: Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Time: 6-8pm Doors : 5:55p
If you have not been to the space, please note you will have to walk up two flights of stairs to get to the workshop.
Intro to Book Arts : A 6 week Immersion
Step into the world of bookmaking through this six-week foundational course designed to spark both technical skill and creative exploration. Together, we’ll learn the core techniques of bookbinding while experimenting with a wide range of materials, many of them salvaged or reclaimed.
Each week introduces a new binding method or craft skill, building your confidence and your personal toolkit. Alongside the hands-on work, we’ll engage in lively discussion about The Book as an object, a technology, a vessel for ideas, and an artistic medium in its own right. How do books hold memory? How do they shape knowledge? What stories can a structure tell before a single word is written?
You’ll leave with a series of handmade books, deeper comfort with tools and materials, and a richer understanding of the book as both craft and concept. This course is perfect for artists, writers, tinkerers, and anyone who feels drawn to the alchemy of paper, thread, and imagination.
EVENT DETAILS:
Location: THE HOUSE Handcrafted
3000 Rosekemp Ave. Baltimore, MD 21214
Date: Sundays, January 18-February 22, 2025
Time: 12-3p Doors : 11:55p
If you have not been to the space, please note you will have to walk up two flights of stairs to get to the workshop.
Artist Notebooks Workshop January 28
Craft your own collection of inspiring notebooks using salvaged materials and the timeless pamphlet stitch technique + variations. In this workshop, you’ll create several softcover books—perfect for sketching, journaling, or catching wild ideas—using a mix of reclaimed covers and thoughtfully curated pages.
We’ll explore how to combine textures, colors, and found paper to make each notebook uniquely yours. You’ll leave not only with a handful of beautiful handmade books, but with the knowledge and confidence to keep making them—no sweatshop stationery required.
Come ready to stitch, experiment, and build a personal library of notebooks that reflect your values and creative spark.
EVENT DETAILS:
Location: THE HOUSE Handcrafted
3000 Rosekemp Ave. Baltimore, MD 21214
Date: Wednesday, January 28, 2025
Time: 6-8pm Doors : 5:55p
If you have not been to the space, please note you will have to walk up two flights of stairs to get to the workshop.
Hardcover Deluxe February 4
Hardcover Deluxe: Multi-Signature Bookbinding
This two-part workshop is designed for those ready to dive deeper into the art of bookbinding. Across two sessions, you’ll create a full cloth hardcover journal from start to finish, using salvaged and repurposed materials.
We’ll build a multi-signature book—the classic style with lots of pages—by folding and sewing signatures, constructing a reinforced spine, and covering with cloth. Along the way, you’ll explore different ways to personalize your journal, from unique endpapers to custom design details, ensuring each book reflects your style.
By the end of the second session, you’ll walk away with a sturdy, hand bound hardcover journal that’s beautiful, functional, and truly one of a kind.
EVENT DETAILS:
Location: THE HOUSE Handcrafted
3000 Rosekemp Ave. Baltimore, MD 21214
Date: Wednesday, February 4, 2025
Time: 6:00-9:00pm Doors : 5:25p
If you have not been to the space, please note you will have to walk up two flights of stairs to get to the workshop.
Hardcover Classic Bookbinding Workshops January 21
Learn the timeless technique of quarter cloth binding in this hands-on workshop designed to introduce you to the art of classic book construction. Using salvaged materials, you'll create a hardcover book from start to finish, binding a single signature into a sturdy, beautiful cover using the quarter cloth style—a historic method known for its durability and elegance.
We’ll walk step-by-step through measuring, gluing, stitching, and casing in, blending tradition with resourcefulness. You’ll leave with a finished hardcover book, a deeper understanding of book structure, and the power to create your own classics—without buying new.
A perfect next step for those who’ve made softcover books before, but welcoming to beginners ready to dive in.
EVENT DETAILS:
Location: THE HOUSE Handcrafted
3000 Rosekemp Ave. Baltimore, MD 21214
Date: Wednesday, January 21, 2025
Time: 6-8pm Doors : 5:55p
If you have not been to the space, please note you will have to walk up two flights of stairs to get to the workshop.
Friends Forever Mini Books Workshop February 11
Join us for a sweet evening of bookbinding magic! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to make two miniature hardcover books using salvaged and reclaimed materials. Whether you keep both, or give one to a friend, these tiny tomes are perfect for pocket poems, secret spells, or heartfelt notes.
We’ll walk you through the basics of bookbinding—no experience needed—and provide all the materials, tools, and guidance to bring your mini books to life. You’ll leave with newfound skills, a pair of precious handmade books, and the satisfaction of turning discarded scraps into something lasting and beautiful.
Perfect for all skill levels. Come solo or make it a friend date!
EVENT DETAILS:
Location: THE HOUSE Handcrafted
3000 Rosekemp Ave. Baltimore, MD 21214
Date: Wednesday, February 11, 2025
Time: 6-8pm Doors : 5:55p
If you have not been to the space, please note you will have to walk up two flights of stairs to get to the workshop.
Gorgeous Guestbooks : Landscape Album Binding February 25
Gorgeous Guestbooks: Landscape Album Binding
Make something both beautiful and useful in this beginner-friendly workshop. Together, we’ll create a landscape-style hardcover album—perfect as a guestbook for weddings, showers, and special gatherings, or as a sketchbook, photo album, or portfolio.
This project combines several foundational bookbinding techniques, giving you a well-rounded introduction to the craft while keeping the process accessible and fun. Using salvaged and repurposed materials, you’ll learn how to build a sturdy, elegant book that’s as versatile as it is unique.
Whether you’re marking a milestone, hosting an event, or crafting a handmade space for your art, you’ll leave with a gorgeous hardcover book ready to hold whatever memories or creations you imagine.
EVENT DETAILS:
Location: THE HOUSE Handcrafted
3000 Rosekemp Ave. Baltimore, MD 21214
Date: Wednesday, February 25, 2025
Time: 6-8pm Doors : 5:55p
If you have not been to the space, please note you will have to walk up two flights of stairs to get to the workshop.
Artist Notebooks Workshop February 18
Craft your own collection of inspiring notebooks using salvaged materials and the timeless pamphlet stitch technique + variations. In this workshop, you’ll create several softcover books—perfect for sketching, journaling, or catching wild ideas—using a mix of reclaimed covers and thoughtfully curated pages.
We’ll explore how to combine textures, colors, and found paper to make each notebook uniquely yours. You’ll leave not only with a handful of beautiful handmade books, but with the knowledge and confidence to keep making them—no sweatshop stationery required.
Come ready to stitch, experiment, and build a personal library of notebooks that reflect your values and creative spark.
EVENT DETAILS:
Location: THE HOUSE Handcrafted
3000 Rosekemp Ave. Baltimore, MD 21214
Date: Wednesday, February 18, 2025
Time: 6-8pm Doors : 5:55p
If you have not been to the space, please note you will have to walk up two flights of stairs to get to the workshop.