Travelers Notebook Workshop (Bookbinding + Leatherworking)
- Date
- 2025-11-11
- Location
- Unit 404 When you arrive, ring 404 on the intercom! You can get to the studio two different ways 1) Take the stairs up to the fourth floor, walk straight down and I'm on the right 2) Walk into the first floor, go straight down, take a right, walk straight down and another right. Take the elevator to the fourth floor, walk straight down and take a left! I'm on the corner, Kings County, NY, USA
- Host
- Mojo Studio
About this event
Make something you’ll actually want to carry. This Travelers Notebook Workshop brings together two deeply satisfying hands-on crafts, bookbinding and leatherworking, in one in-person session at Unit 404. If you’ve been wanting a creative afternoon that feels tactile, social, and productive, this is a strong reason to get out of the house and into the studio. About the Event This workshop is centered on building a travelers notebook while getting a practical introduction to the materials and techniques that make it durable, useful, and personal. Rather than treating bookbinding and leatherworking as separate worlds, the session connects them through a single object: a notebook meant to travel with you, collect your thoughts, and get better with use. Expect a format that feels grounded and maker-focused. You’ll be in person, working in a studio setting, with room for conversation, observation, and hands-on learning. The atmosphere should appeal both to people who already love analog tools and to people who are simply curious about making something from scratch. Because this is also tagged as a community, meetup, social, and networking event, the experience is not just about the finished notebook. It’s also about spending time with other people who enjoy creative process, craft, and thoughtful objects. You can come for the making, the conversation, or both. What to Expect You’ll be attending an in-person workshop on Tuesday, November 11 at 1:00 PM EST. The focus is practical: showing up, getting oriented in the studio, and working through the process of making a travelers notebook using bookbinding and leatherworking elements. Across the session, you can expect a mix of: Hands-on making, rather than a passive demo-only format Guided instruction around the notebook-building process Exposure to two crafts that complement each other well Casual conversation with other attendees in a small-group workshop environment A social, community-driven atmosphere that leaves room for meeting new people This kind of workshop tends to be rewarding whether you move quickly or like to take your time with details. Some attendees will be excited by the construction process itself; others will care most about leaving with a useful object. The good news is that this format supports both. You should also expect a studio visit experience rather than a conventional event venue setup. That makes the day feel more personal and direct: you’re going to the place where the work happens, not just a generic room with chairs. Why Attend There’s something especially compelling about making a notebook by hand in a moment when so much of daily life is screen-based. A travelers notebook is a practical object, but it also has character: it can hold notes, sketches, plans, lists, tickets, ideas, and the kind of scraps that usually disappear into pockets or bags. Building one yourself gives that object more meaning from the start. Attending also gives you a chance to try bookbinding and leatherworking through a project with a clear purpose. That matters. Instead of learning techniques in the abstract, you’ll see how materials and decisions come together in a finished form you can actually use afterward. There’s value here even if you’re not a “craft person.” You might come because you want a creative break in your week, because you enjoy tactile learning, or because you’re looking for a more interesting way to meet people than standard networking. This workshop creates an easy shared focus, which makes conversation feel more natural than it does in purely social events. You may leave with more than a notebook. You may also leave with a better feel for handmade construction, a stronger appreciation for material design, and a few new connections with people who enjoy making things with intention. Practical Details This is an in-person event at Unit 404 in Kings County, USA. When you arrive, ring 404 on the intercom. There are two ways to reach the studio: Stairs route: Take the stairs up to the fourth floor, walk straight down, and the studio is on the right. Elevator route: Walk into the first floor, go straight down, take a right, walk straight down and take another right. Take the elevator to the fourth floor, walk straight down, then take a left. The studio is on the corner. The workshop starts at 1:00 PM EST on Tuesday, November 11. Because this is a studio-based, hands-on event, it’s smart to give yourself enough time to find the space without rushing. The arrival instructions are clear, but reading them once before you leave will make the check-in smoother. If you’re deciding whether this is the right fit, the key thing to know is that this is not a generic lecture or broad craft fair. It’s a focused, social making session built around one project and two complementary skills. If that combination sounds appealing, this event is likely a very good use of your afternoon.
Who should attend
This is for you if you like learning by making and want a social creative experience with a clear outcome. - You’ve been curious about **bookbinding, leatherworking, or both** and want an approachable way to try them through one useful project. - You love **notebooks, journals, stationery, sketchbooks, or analog tools** and care about the objects you use every day. - You want a **creative afternoon in a real studio setting** instead of another generic meetup or networking event. - You enjoy meeting people through a **shared activity**, where conversation happens naturally while everyone is focused on making something. - You’re looking for a workshop where you can leave with **practical skills, a finished piece, and a better understanding of materials and construction**. - You don’t need to be an expert maker to belong here; if you’re thoughtful, curious, and excited to work with your hands, this will likely feel like a strong fit.