{"product_id":"ourhands-bookbinding-kit-soft-cover-diy-3-notebook-set-with-tools-beginner-instructions","title":"OurHands Bookbinding Kit — Soft-Cover DIY 3-Notebook Set with Tools \u0026 Beginner Instructions","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCreate three handcrafted soft-cover notebooks with one complete OurHands DIY bookbinding kit, including all papers, covers, threads, tools, and step-by-step instructions.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis OurHands Bookbinding Kit gives you everything needed to learn traditional hand-binding techniques and produce a set of custom soft-cover notebooks. The kit is aimed at beginners and hobbyists who want to explore book arts, practice mindful making, or gift a creative experience. All components arrive in a recyclable printed box and are chosen for durability and ease of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat exactly is included in the kit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit supplies every consumable and the basic tools required to bind three distinct soft-cover notebook styles. You’ll receive pre-cut papers and covers, linen thread, an awl for punching, a plastic bone folder for creasing, plus illustrated instructions to guide each step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePre-cut inner pages and printed\/blank covers sized for a large journal and four small notebooks\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLinen thread and needle ready for saddle and long-stitch sewing methods\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAwl for clean, accurate holes and a plastic bone folder for crisp folds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRecyclable cardboard box packaging with instructions designed in the UK\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow hard is it to make these notebooks if I’ve never bound a book before?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit is curated with beginners in mind: instructions break the process into manageable steps, and the tools are forgiving for first-time users. You can learn one technique per notebook and gain confidence as you progress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStep-by-step illustrated guide covers punching, sewing, and finishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTools sized for hobby use reduce setup time and mistakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePractice pages let you try stitches before working on final notebooks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich notebook styles can I make, and what are their uses?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit supports three soft-cover styles suitable for varied uses: a larger adventurer’s journal for travel notes and sketches, and multiple smaller notebooks ideal for lists, ideas, or pocket sketches. Each style introduces a different binding approach and finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRugged large journal for sketching, travel logs, or daily planning\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFour compact notebooks for quick notes, recipes, or pocket notebooks\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVaried cover designs allow personalisation and mixed-media finishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow sustainable and reusable are the kit materials?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOurHands designed this kit with eco-considerations: the printed box is fully recyclable, and many tools are reusable across future projects. Consumable materials—paper and thread—are selected for longevity, so your notebooks will age well and the durable tools remain in your craft kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRecyclable cardboard packaging and responsibly chosen paper stocks\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReusable awl, bone folder, and needle for repeated projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaterials sized to minimize waste and encourage continued crafting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: The OurHands Bookbinding Kit is ideal for creative beginners, craft gift-givers, teachers running a short workshop, or anyone who wants a mindful hands-on project. It suits people who enjoy stationery, journaling, or learning a new handmade skill — and it provides reusable tools and clear instructions to help new makers complete professional-looking soft-cover notebooks at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can beginners complete the notebooks with this kit?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. The kit includes illustrated step-by-step instructions and forgiving tools tailored for first-time bookbinders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Are the tools reusable for more projects?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. The awl, bone folder, and needle are reusable; only paper and thread are consumable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"OurHands","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55296619151697,"sku":"B0BC1LJRWF","price":49.4,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/ourhands-front-packaging.jpg?v=1791944126","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/ourhands-bookbinding-kit-soft-cover-diy-3-notebook-set-with-tools-beginner-instructions","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}