The Binder's Bench

How it All Started

Before there was a bookbindery, there was a table in the lounge room… and a small idea. This is the story of how SB Libris came to be — a journey shaped by craft, family, and a love of beautiful bo...

20 Years, 20 Lessons in Bookbinding & Business

Truths, learned the long way.From craft to business (and a few things in between), here are twenty lessons we’ve gathered after two decades at the bench & in business.

Meet the Tools: Objects That Have Been With Us Since Day One

To celebrate 20 years of bookbinding, we’re sharing the quiet stories behind the tools that have been with us from the very beginning — from a century-old guillotine to a beloved type cabinet still...

Bookbinding Terms Every Beginner Should Know

Just getting started with bookbinding? Here’s a guide to the terms you’ll hear early on — plus a free printable with tools, tips, and a beginner-friendly project to try at home.

New to Bookbinding? This Is For You.

New to bookbinding?You don’t need fancy tools or experience — just a bit of time and the curiosity to try. Our free Beginner’s Guide to Bookbinding covers the basics: tools, stitches, and simple fi...

Join Me For a Day in the Bindery

No two days are the same up here. Some are steady and quiet, others more hands-on and full of conversations. But for the curious — here’s what a typical day might look like in the bindery. It often...

What Goes Into a Handcrafted Book? A Peek Behind the Press.

Imagine holding a handcrafted book in your hands. The quiet weight of it. The gentle ripple of decorative or marbled papers under your fingertips. A faint scent — leather, perhaps, or paper — rises...

Gifts for Creative Mums — Our Favourite Finds

Gifts for Creative Mums: Our Favourite Finds from the Bindery & BeyondThe best gifts are the ones you hold onto — a beautiful book, a thoughtful tool, a quiet moment. Explore our favourite find...

Fountain Pen FAQ

Curious about fountain pens? Whether you're just starting out or rediscovering the joy of handwritten notes, this guide answers the most common questions we hear in our little stationery store. Fro...