by Susan Green October 29, 2019
Find a rich selection of quality Christmas gifts handmade by over 30 Dorset craft makers and artists at Walford Mill in Wimborne from 2 November 2019. Prepare to be delighted by the range of exciting gift options from a diverse bunch of designer-makers and artists working in many disciplines including ceramics, bookbinding, jewellery and textiles.
You'll find gifts for stationery lovers thanks to local bookbinder Susan Green's special gift sets of Marbled Notebooks with handy labels to keep plans and notes organised. Her popular Mini Leather Journals bound in delightful colour combinations are back on the Mill's shelves and make fantastic stocking fillers or work Secret Santa presents.
Marbled Notebook gift sets with labels
After a period of uncertainty and upheaval, Walford Mill is now run by makers for makers, and is an inspiring place to visit for anyone with an interest in handmade craft.
During the festive period, as well as ticking items off your Christmas shopping list, you'll be able to watch local artists and makers at work thanks to the Mill's busy schedule of pop-up studios.
The launch evening of 'Christmas at the Mill' on Saturday 2 November 6 - 8pm promises to be a particularly good opportunity to meet many of the resident, pop-up and specially invited makers and artists.
Some of Dorset's most loved makers are still in permanent residence at the Mill, including silk weaver Debby Kirby, printmaker-illustrator Robin Mackenzie, contemporary aluminium artist Caroline Parrott and artisan embroiderer Jen Goodwin.
There's now even more to see at Walford Mill, thanks to the resident makers' efforts to secure the future of this well respected Dorset venue. Perhaps you'll be inspired to book on a workshop in the Mill's new light and airy teaching space, which is now on the ground floor and therefore accessible to everyone! Don't forget to pop to the bistro in the grounds of the Mill for a warming cup of coffee or a light lunch.
Christmas at the Mill runs from 2 November until 29 December at Walford Mill, Stone Lane, Wimborne, BH21 1NL Opening hours are Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 5pm and Sunday 11am - 4pm.
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by Susan Green October 30, 2020
If you live near Wimborne, Dorset you can now collect your handmade book and save on delivery charges.
by Susan Green September 30, 2020
Mini Leather Journals are back in old favourite colourways! Here are 10 Mini Journal gift ideas for national holidays and personal celebrations, all inspired by the feedback the Minis have received over the years.
Use this Size Guide to check the dimensions of the books you're considering purchasing (dimensions are external and refer to the closed book unless otherwise indicated). If you'd like some guidance with selecting the correct size, feel free to contact Susan the bookbinder: email info@boundbyhand.co.uk or call +44 (0)7748 759371
SIZE | HEIGHT | WIDTH | DEPTH |
A4 Large Portrait | 12 inches or 305 mm | 8.5 inches or 215 mm | 1.5 inches or 38 mm |
A4 Large Landscape | 8.5 inches or 215 mm | 12 inches or 305 mm | 1.5 inches or 38 mm |
A5 Medium Landscape | 6 inches or 155 mm | 8.5 inches or 215 mm | 1.5 inches or 38 mm |
A5 Medium Portrait | 8.5 inches or 215 mm | 6 inches or 155 mm | 1.5 inches or 35 mm |
A6 Small Landscape | 4.5 inches or 114 mm | 6 inches or 155 mm | 1 inch or 25 mm |
A6 Small Portrait | 6 inches or 155 mm | 4.5 inches or 114 mm | 1 inch or 25 mm |
One Size | 3 inches or 76 mm | 2.25 inches or 60 mm | 20 mm or 0.75 inches |
A4 Large | 297 mm or 11.5 inches approx. | 205 mm or 8 inches approx. | 64 pages |
A5 Medium | 210 mm or 8.25 inches approx. | 145 mm or 5.75 inches approx. | 56 pages |
A6 Small | 150 mm or 6 inches approx. | 100 mm or 4 inches approx. | 48 pages |
A7 Pocket | 106 mm or 4.25 inches approx. | 72 mm or 2.75 inches approx. | 40 pages |
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