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.

Leather bound book printing example
Leather bound book printing example

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.

Handmade leather book binding example
Handmade leather book binding example
Custom printed book with leather cover
Custom printed book with leather cover

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 £275 (approx. USD $380)

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

  • Discounts available for multiple volumes

Custom printed book with leather cover
Custom printed book with leather cover

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 me 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.

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 £275 depending on the size and specifications of your book. Please contact me for a tailored quote.