Finn OBrien
@finnegan
Leather journal maker & bookbinder. Coptic stitch, long stitch, case binding tutorials, and exclusive limited edition journals.
May 9, 2026
Galway, Ireland
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Case binding explained. Hardcover books from boards, cloth, and paste.

Coptic stitch tutorial. The lay-flat binding perfect for sketchbooks.

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My workshop in Galway. The tools, the bench, and the Irish craft tradition.

Sketchbook making. Custom sizes and paper types for artists.

Repair and conservation. Bringing damaged old books back to usable condition.

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Japanese stab binding. Eastern techniques for Western applications.

Gold tooling on leather. The heated finishing technique that adds luxury.

Adhesive guide. PVA, wheat paste, and when to use each.

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Bookbinding tool guide. The bone folder, awl, and needle that start everything.

Commission spotlight. A wedding guest book with embossed cover.

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Leather journal maker & bookbinder. Coptic stitch, long stitch, case binding tutorials, and exclusive limited edition journals.

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