Rachel Hazell

rachel hazell

The art of narrative; installations and exhibitions inspired by the book form. This is where you will find conceptual and sculptural work. A preoccupation with Antarctica features here »

Hazell Designs Books

hazell designs books

The craft of binding. Repetition, ordering. All the booky business of teaching and residencies. Information about previous commissions and what’s possible. A portfolio of examples »

The Travelling Bookbinder

the travelling bookbinder

Mapping the journey; taking a few pictures and writing down notes in order to remember. Documentation of residencies and life »




latest news

  • Literary Lettings - Only a few more Edinburgh Festival dates available!
    Hazell Designs Books has branched out: A studio apartment centrally located in the heart of historic Edinburgh is now available for short-term rentals. Minutes from castle, train station and Princes Street. Take a glimpse at the gallery and availibility calendar on the designated website
    www.bedwithaview.co.uk


     
  • Hazell Designs Books at The London Design Festival.
    Opening on 10th September at The Brompton Quarter's eclectic Few and Far,
    ‘London Biblio-geography: A Personal A-Z’ explores iconic map founder Phyllis Pearsall’s city with a series of work celebrating alphabets and cartography.
    Find NEW info on London Design Festival's website
    Details here >>




  • Hazell Designs Books on Boats
    Alongside the A-Z exhibition, Rachel is delighted to announce two very special dates  for a very exclusive day's workshop. On 19th and 26th September she will be teaching a productive day’s binding at a secret, central, location, on a houseboat on the Thames. Beautiful sewn book-binding; a delectable miniature series. 100% cotton rag paper, linen thread, all instruction, lunch and wine. Only four places are available on each day.
    Please send an e-mail to register your interest >>