- Lifestyle & Sports
- 09 Nov 21
Hot Press Gift Guide: Badly Made Books
To help you beat the last-minute rush, we’ve compiled a selection of brilliant Christmas present ideas for all the special people in your life – including yourself...
Badly Made Books
Don’t let the name fool you. With a range of recycled paper stationery and books designed and produced in their workshop in the heart of Cork City, Badly Made Books are actually incredibly well-made. All their books are hand-bound in small batches, and the gorgeous covers showcase local artists and craft techniques. Coming in a range of sizes and formats – including blank, lined, bullet journal and planner – their beautiful notebooks are the ideal gift for any stationery addict at Christmas time.
• Pop into the shop at 1 Friar St., Cork, or visit badlymadebooks.com

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