About the artist

Leather journals using new and upcycled leather; Japanese bindings; concertinas; Khadi books. All blank for drawing, painting, writing, doodling...

Personal Statement

I’ve always been fascinated by paper and what can be created with it. About ten years ago I started making journals using upcycled and new leather, and that quickly led onto all sorts of different shapes of books and unusual stitches. As well as medieval long stitch bindings I also explored modern ways of making books incorporating origami techniques.

I sell my books in a crafts co-operative in Nineveh House in Arundel and run monthly workshops for making leather journals in my Chichester studio. Passing on my skills and my love of the materials is something I really enjoy.

Additional Information

'Enjoy a fun and friendly day learning to make leather journals, all materials included and no glue involved!.

You'll take home two unique books and the skills to make more. Beginners' workshops take place regularly or contact me to arrange a private workshop for up to four friends or colleagues'.

  • Lynne Friel
  • Studio Information

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    Studio Address

    83 Kingsham Avenue, Chichester, West Sussex PO19 8AY

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  • Studio Access

    Wheelchair Access

    None

    Bank Holiday

    Yes

  • Directions

    From back of Cattle Market carpark walk south down Whyke Lane, cross railway and continue. Turn right into Kingsham Avenue and the venue is the first building on right. Plenty of free parking outside.

Lynne Friel

83 Kingsham Avenue, Chichester, West Sussex PO19 8AY

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