ARGONAUT BOOKS

Join us in the bookshop for an evening with local Bookbinder Cass Barron to get creative with remnant papers and bind together your own nifty reader's companion, featuring RISO printed journal pages, with prompts to help you review the books you have read, and an eye-catching Japanese stab zig zag stitch. There will also be the opportunity to incorporate a nifty pocket and mini pamphlet stitch book that you can use to note down recommended reads. 

A unique and usable 'book about books' that makes for a great personal project or gift for the book lover in your life!

Following the workshop you will receive access to Cass's online tutorial that you can so revisit to make more books and when inspiration strikes! All materials and refreshments included.

Book Fringe FAQ

How do I get to the bookshop?

We are situated on all major bus routes which run down Leith Walk, with the 7,14,16,25 and 49 stopping directly outside our front door. If you’re driving, we have a big Tesco car park right behind the shop whihch allows for up to three hours parking. Please do be aware that the Tram is currently culminating service at Edinburgh West End due to ongoing issues, and so will not be serving the Foot of the Walk Tram stop.

Will your café remain open?

Our café will stay open to provide both hot and cold drinks throughout the evening. 

What are your accessibility arrangements in the shop? 

Our shop is a fully accessible venue, set over one level and designed to acccomodate both wheelchairs and prams. Do let us know should you have any further accessibility concerns and a member of staff will be happy to help.