Get a taste of the Handmade Book Club - without the subscription.
We know joining a membership is a big decision. That’s why we created the Handmade Book Club Backstage Pass—to give you a real taste of the projects, people, and possibilities that make our club so special.
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Want to peek inside the Handmade Book Club with out committing to a subscription?
With the Handmade Book Club Backstage Pass, you’ll get access to one full month of the club experience. That means:
- A complete handmade book project with detailed video instruction
- Downloadable instructions and supply lists
- A guest artist workshop
- Two community event recordings
- Answers to your questions
- Downloadable videos and lifetime access
All for a one-time payment. No recurring charges, no pressure to continue—just pure, creative joy.
Introducing Handmade Book Club Backstage Pass: your exclusive, curated month of the Handmade Book club.
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Join Us If...
- You're wondering if the Handmade Book Club is right for you, but you want a closer look before joining.
- You love the idea of a warm, welcoming community of makers.
- You’re curious about bookbinding and want to dip your toe in before diving all the way in.
What's Included
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Book project
Butterfly Binding: A beginner-friendly but beautiful bookbinding tutorial, taught step by step with clear videos and written directions.
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Guest artist session with jack ravi
Learn creative mark making techniques to fill your handmade books.
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Organizing corner: introduce your shelf
See how members display and store their handmade books—and pick up clever ideas to use in your own space.
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back to basics: choosing the right binding
Join Ali live as she demystifies different bookbindings and helps you pick the perfect one for your next project.
Hi, I'm Ali Manning.
I started my book journey over 20 years ago, making simple accordion books for my daughter. What began as a creative outlet quickly grew into a deep love for the ancient craft of bookbinding.
The road to learning this art wasn’t easy—information was scattered, instructions were often confusing, and the whole world of bookbinding felt a little too serious.
I made it my mission to bring the art of handmade books to a wider audience. I simplify the processes and use widely available materials so that more people can enjoy this ancient craft in today’s modern world, and I can't wait to share with you.
Handmade Book Club Backstage Pass is a peek into the magic of the Handmade Book Club and includes some of my favorite book club events. Discover the joy of making handmade books, without a subscription.
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HANDMADE BOOK CLUB BACKSTAGE PASS VOL. 1
Your exclusive peek into the Handmade Book Club.