News From the Bespoke Bindery Workshop

Other than adding your name or initials to the leather cover of your journal, why not add a destination theme too?   We have been asked to add some spectacular destination themes to our travel journals lately.  How fabulous to be heading to the South Pacific, Fiji, Bali or to be heading off on a South African safari!   While constructing the travel journals for our customers, I can get lost in the spectacular scenery, interesting history and tourist attractions of the destinations.  Every day's a school day!    As a general rule, the addition of a  destination theme adds maps, flag...

Trying to think ahead to up coming celebrations. Father's Day 2017 is celebrated on the same day on both sides of the pond, unlike Mother's Day which is always different! A leather journal may not seem an obvious gift for dad but if you think laterally, inspired by hobbies or interests, a leather journal can fit the bill beautifully!  Coupled with the chance to personalise them with initials in the leather or a special message on the first page, they make a truly unique gift. 1. Top of my list is a golf journal.  Great for beginners or established players alike. ...

Buying online has become part of our everyday lives but can feel cold and impersonal.  How can prospective customers get more from their buying experience?  Is customer service a thing of the past? Is everyone happy to 'Buy off the shelf' or is there still a place for personal service and bespoke products?  For me, I like to search for something original or upcycle things to make them my own - I really don't want my house or wardrobe to be a high street clone of everyone else's.  This is reflected in my designs and products.  No two are ever...