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Bookbinding Kit Sashiko Repair Kit FAQ

  • Handmade kits

    We personally test and develop all of our kits to make sure they're as fun and easy to use as possible. More than just simple craft kits, we aim to give you the tools and knowledge you need to learn a new hobby.

  • OurHands Sashiko Repair Kit – complete kit contents with fabric patches, thread and needles

    Complete kits

    Our kits contain all the tools and materials you'll need to get started! With clear instructions and reusable tools, you'll be able to learn a new skill and move on to your own projects in no time.

  • Bookbinding kit by OurHands – handmade notebooks made with the kit

    Beginner-friendly

    Not sure where to start? All of our arts & crafts kits come with step-by-step instructions and lifelong customer support to guide you through the process, making them perfect for beginners.

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  • OurHands Bookbinding Kit – complete kit contents including thread, needles and paper
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Bookbinding Kit

€29,95 EUR
€29,95 EUR
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Learn to make three different types of soft-cover A5 notebooks with our Bookbinding Kit: a simple pamphlet, a Japanese-inspired stab-bound notebook, and a rugged adventurer's journal.

Included in the kit:

  • 65-page paper bundle: enough paper to make four smaller notebooks and one adventurer's journal.
  • Printed cover paper in four different patterns to protect and personalise your notebooks.
  • Bookbinding tools and supplies : awl, bone folder*, binder's needle, linen tape, waxed thread, glue, ruler
  • Hand-illustrated detailed instructions to guide you through the process of making each notebook.

*For ethical reasons our bone folders are made of plastic, not bone.
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  • OurHands Sashiko Repair Kit – complete kit contents with fabric patches, thread and needles
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Sashiko Repair Kit

€23,95 EUR
€23,95 EUR
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Learn the art of Japanese visible mending with our Sashiko Repair Kit.

Included in the kit:

  • 5 fabric patches in mixed colours and materials (off white cotton, indigo cotton, indigo denim, various denim) including 2 made from deadstock
  • 3 colours of embroidery thread (light blue, dark blue, white)
  • 2 sashiko stencils with traditional patterns
  • Sashiko tools and supplies: 2 needles, 2 heat-erasable pens (white and blue), and sewing pins.
  • Detailed hand-illustrated instructions to walk you through the sashiko stitching process and teach you traditional patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What do the kits make?

The Bookbinding Kit contains enough paper to let you make a total of five notebooks: four smaller ones (Pamphlet notebook and/Japanese stab-bound pad) and one larger adventurer's journal. Most of the tools in the kit are reusable, so you'll only need to get more paper to make as many notebooks as you want!

The Sashiko Repair Kit will teach you how to repair torn clothes and fabrics with the Japanese art of visible mending. The kit contains 5 patches of different fabrics to get you started. Once you've learned the sashiko technique, you'll be able to repair anything.

What is in each kit?

Bookbinding Kit:

  • Instruction book
  • Binder's needle
  • Bone Folder
  • Ruler
  • Awl
  • Linen Tape
  • Waxed Thread
  • A5 Paper bundle (65 sheets)
  • 4 pages of Cover paper
  • Glue

Sashiko Repair Kit:

  • Instruction booklet
  • 2 needles
  • Wheel of sewing pins
  • 3 colours of embroidery thread (light blue, dark blue, white)
  • 5 squares of fabric (off white cotton, indigo cotton, indigo denim, various denim)
  • 2 sashiko stencils
  • 2 heat-erasable pens (white and blue)

Who are the kits for?

Our craft kits for adults all come with detailed instructions and life-long customer support, making them ideal for beginners and advanced crafters alike!

Are the kits suitable for children?

Our craft kits are meant for adults, but they can be used by children aged 10 and older under adult supervision. They will need to be especially careful around the needles and sewing pins.

Can I send a kit as a gift?

Yes! Our Arts & Craft kits make excellent gifts for craft lovers and amateur artists.

We do not include prices on any of our orders so you can send a kit as a gift without worries.

Unfortunately we cannot offer gift wrap or gift notes at the moment.

What are your delivery options?

We offer free standard delivery (3-5 days) on all orders to the UK.

Expedited shipping (1-2 days) is also available at checkout.

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