My Name is Bob Leslie, I retired from full time work 2 years ago and found a craft I find both enjoyable and rewarding – Bookbinding – I live in Dumbarton (36 years) and I make handmade books using traditional bookbinding methods.

I use 100% UK sourced quality re-cycled papers. My books can be used as Note Books or Journals or for Art / Drawing / Sketching. I make books in A4 / A5 / A6 sizes (all sizes approx.) I also make Photograph Albums.

My books come in a variety of designs from patterned covers to plain covers. I recently completed a commission for a bespoke A4 Journal with 50/50 split of paper with one part of the book plain paper and the remainder manuscript paper.

I am a member of the Society of Bookbinders.