Custom Leather Book Printing & Binding

Turn your own writing into a finely crafted leather-bound book, made entirely by hand from start to finish. Whether it’s a novel, memoir, family history, poetry collection, thesis, or personal gift, I offer a full service that begins with your digital file and ends with a beautifully bound book.

Each volume is individually produced—no outsourcing, no shortcuts. I personally handle every stage: printing your pages, folding them into signatures, sewing them by hand, and binding them in high-quality leather. This traditional approach allows me to focus on precision, durability, and the small details that give a book its lasting character.

These are not off-the-shelf items—they’re unique, enduring pieces designed to be read, held, and handed down for years to come.

Built to Last, Designed for You

Pages are carefully printed, folded into signatures, and sewn by hand onto linen tapes—an enduring method of book construction that allows your book to open with ease and lie almost flat. It’s a tactile experience that modern mass-market books rarely offer.

As part of the process, you’ll have full control over the final aesthetic of your book:

• Choose your leather type and colour — from clean, refined goat leather to hand-dyed antique calf, we have a wide-range available.

• Select decorative endpapers, including the same hand-marbled designs found in historic bindings

• Add custom titling to the spine or cover with foil stamping, leather labels, or subtle debossing

• Explore optional features like raised bands and ribbon markers

Whether you’re after a clean and understated design, as seen in our Classic Series, or prefer the weathered, vintage appeal of our Antique Series, we’ll shape the binding style to suit your content and taste.

What You’ll Need to Provide

To begin the process, you’ll need to send a print-ready PDF laid out to the final book size you’d like. This ensures the layout and pagination remain exactly as you envision. If you’re unsure how to set this up, I’m happy to advise or provide formatting support at an additional cost.

Pricing Guide

Because each book is bespoke, the final cost will depend on the size, page count, materials, and design options chosen. As a starting reference:

• A 6” x 9” or A5 leather-bound book with 200 handsewn pages, printed and fully bound by hand, typically starts at £330 (approx. USD $450)

• Additional features like foil stamping, specialty leather, colour printing, or extra design elements may adjust the price

• Discounts available for multiple volumes

Create a Book Worth Keeping

This is more than just a bookbinding service—it’s a collaboration to craft something meaningful and lasting. Whether for yourself or as a deeply personal gift, your custom leather-bound book will be a one-of-a-kind object designed to be read, handled, and treasured.

Contact us to get started or request a quote.

Frequently Asked Questions -

Can you print my book with a leather cover?

Yes — I offer a complete service where your manuscript is printed, folded into sections, and bound by hand in genuine leather. Whether it’s a memoir, novel, or personal project, you can turn your book into a beautifully crafted leather-bound edition.

Do I need to supply my book already printed?

No — you only need to provide a print-ready PDF. I handle the printing and binding from start to finish.

Can I customise the leather binding?

Absolutely. You can choose the leather type and colour, decorative endpapers (including marbled designs), and even add foil stamping or raised bands to the spine for a classic or antique look.

I’m always happy to provide a quick estimate based on the basic details you share — for example the book title, size, and binding style you’re interested in.

For more complex projects, especially where design elements are undecided or unusual materials are involved, I ask for a consultation deposit of £50. This covers up to an hour of design planning, material research, and correspondence.

The consultation deposit is deducted from the final price of your order if you go ahead. If you decide not to proceed, it isn’t refundable, but it ensures that the time and expertise I invest up front is fairly covered.

A further deposit is also required to secure a place in my production schedule. The deposit amount varies depending on the scale of the project, but it always covers materials and a portion of the binding work. The balance is due before delivery.

Is this suitable for self-published books?

Yes — if you’re an author looking to elevate your self-published work, a custom leather-bound version adds timeless value and makes an excellent gift or collector’s edition.

How much does it cost to print and bind my book in leather?

Prices start from £330 depending on the size and specifications of your book. Please contact me for a tailored quote.

Do you ship to the U.S. and worldwide?

Absolutely! Many of my clients are from the U.S. and around the world. I usually use UPS Express for delivery of books to overseas clients, they provide a fast and effective service.