Southwestern Ontario ChapterThe Southwestern Ontario Chapter welcomes anyone residing in the region who is interested in learning about bookbinding and related book arts. The chapter offers workshops in-person and online along with a Tool Lending Library for members to borrow from. |
All current members of CBBAG who reside in southwestern Ontario (postal codes starting with N) automatically become members of the CBBAG Southwestern Ontario Chapter. Please note that SWO chapter does not include the GTA. Others may join the Chapter mailing list by expressing interest (no fee for Chapter membership). President: Arielle VanderSchans
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Upcoming Events and WorkshopsPaste Papers (London, ON) - June 27-28
| Past Events and WorkshopsJoin The Club (London ON) - May 23 |
Paste Papers WorkshopPaste paper is a centuries-old decorative technique used in bookbinding, collage, and mixed media. By applying pigmented paste to paper and manipulating it with simple tools, you can create vibrant, expressive patterns and textures. In this hands-on class, students will learn the history, materials, and techniques of traditional and contemporary paste paper, while exploring colour, pattern, and experimentation. The class also includes a demonstration on making paste bookcloth. By the end of the session, students will leave with a sample book and a collection of original paste papers. All materials and tools are provided. Feel free to bring your own specialty papers or mark-making tools, and wear clothing that can get messy. Dates: Saturday June 27th & Sunday June 28th, 2026 For more information or to register, please fill in the registration form and submit your payment. Registration deadline is June 19, 2026. |
| Handbound & Homegrown We’re excited to share that we are hosting a 2026 chapter exhibit, Handbound & Homegrown: Bookbinding in Our Backyard Exhibit, happening this Fall (date TBD)—and it’s got a beautiful home! Attic Books in downtown London, Ontario, is opening up their storefront windows to showcase our work. The theme is simple but wide open: Local. What does local mean to you? Maybe you make your own inks from plants in your garden, maybe you’ve got handmade paper from a nearby papermaker, or maybe you want to bring new life to the words of a local poet or author. This exhibit is all about celebrating the creativity, resources, and inspiration we can find right in our own backyard. We can’t wait to see how you bring local to life in your bindings and books. This exhibit is open to CBBAG members in the SWO and GTA chapters. The deadline for entry is Fall 2026 (date TBD soon). |
We want to hear from you!Are you a chapter member? Or do you live in Ontario and are looking to do courses in the Southwestern Ontario region? Fill in our workshop survey! This short 5 minute survey allows us to see what courses are in-demand and helps determine what we will offer next year. |
Interested in Bookbinding Courses?Email us at cbbag.swochapter@gmail.com to let us know what you're interested in taking! |
Local SuppliersBijan's Art Studio (London, ON) offers art supplies Colour Jar (Durham, ON) offers bookbinding supplies Columbia Finishing Mills (Cornwall, ON) specializes in bookboard, bookcloth, cover paper, end papers George Hill & Co (Milton, ON) offers bookbinding tools and supplies Lee Valley Tools (London, ON) offers chisels, punching, woodworking and leather tools Papertrail (New Dundee, ON) offers papermaking supplies and some bookbinding supplies | Local BookbindersBook and Paper Conservation (London, ON)
Dan Mezza Book Binding (London, ON)
Miller Bookbinding (Waterloo, ON)
Colour Jar (Durham, ON)
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