"Susan's exquisite heirloom books are a work of art" says this month's edition of Country Homes & Interiors magazine. 'Career Shift' reveals how I came to be a bookbinder, and what inspires and motivates me.
When I designed the Wabi Sabi Sketchbooks I had a threefold intention involving coverless, exposed spine books. However, I know some artists would like a cover to archive and store your work, so this update is for you!
Step into Spring with a new sketchbook or journal bound in nature's most vibrant colours. Shop my new collection of colourful books for writers and artists.
Are you a creative who would like to express your work in book form? Get 1-1 online mentoring support tailored to your needs and goals with me, bookbinder Susan Green.
I'm very pleased to let you know that the leather books I designed and made as props for Roman Villa Ventorum at The Newt in Somerset are now available to purchase.
Last year I was commissioned by The Newt in Somerset to help bring a reproduction Roman villa to life. I bound a dozen prop books in the style of the early codex, which was used alongside scrolls and wax tablets in late Roman Britain.
I'm very proud to announce my selection for membership of Find A Maker, which "represents the finest makers". Membership is by a selection process where 70% of applications are rejected. It's hosted by CRAFTFestival, click to learn more.
As we slide further into Autumn's darker afternoons, I thought we could all use a little cheering up. So here's a video of my Summer commute to the new bookbinding studio, also known as 'the cabin'.
