THE CHELSEA BINDERY
We are delighted to present this year’s Chelsea Bindery catalogue, featuring first, limited, and special illustrated editions, focusing particularly on our onlay designs. One of only a handful of binderies in London that still practise the centuries-old tradition of fine leather bookbinding, the Chelsea Bindery currently produces around 150 fine bindings each year. While the tools, processes, and materials have remained largely unaltered, we try to stay true to the spirit of each book, working with our own artists and illustrators on fresh designs that showcase the Chelsea Bindery’s mastery of artisanal techniques. There is a timeless quality to the works we create. It requires time, skill, and dedication to train as a master bookbinder, and only a dedicated few make this their chosen profession. The Chelsea Bindery is proud to preserve a craft passed down through generations of bookbinders, breathing new life into the books that pass through our hands and ensuring their longevity through the quality of the materials and methods we use. Our customers appreciate the skill and passion involved in creating each binding and take joy in the look and feel of a hand-bound book. We believe keeping the craft alive will allow future generations to enjoy the special atmosphere of retiring to a library or quiet corner with a beautiful book whose binding tells as much of a story as its pages.
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