Click here for Bookmaking Basic Tool Kit
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| Assortment of books made by one individual in intro class |
Bookmaking: The
Basics Crash course! or Great Refresher!
Learn the basics as you develop a portfolio
of book structures to use for journals, one-of-a-kind books, or gifts. Explore choosing, folding, tearing, and cutting
paper, besides learning basic sewing and gluing techniques to create a selection of unique blank books
with minimal supplies. Discover a plethora of ideas for how to utilize beautiful decorated papers. Also a good foundation for more advanced
book structures. Continue making beautiful books at home with just a few basic tools. Material fees cover
supplies. No experience necessary.
Two 3 hour sessions $20 materials
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| Variety of book structures completed in Intro class |
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| Sewing of a Stab Binding |
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| Basic 4 Hole Stab compared to Decorative Stab |
Pamphlet & 4 Hole Stab Bindings Intergenerational
Perhaps
using some of your personal decorative papers or a selection of commercially available papers, you will complete
several variations using these two basic sewing techniques. A great foundation for developing your book
making skills. Material fee covers papers and thread, bring Basic Tool Kit 2 - 3 hour session $10
materials
Intro to Accordion / Concertina Structures
Intergenerational
Concertina or accordion style book structures provide
for personal adaptations after understanding the variations on the process. Appropriate for intergenerational
learning fun. Individual pages connected by overlaps, 'framing' of photos or cut tabs for hidden messages. May also
consider the use of a linear progression of a story line or imagery. Paper choices/options will be provided as
your material fee. No prior book making experience needed, no specialized tools required to continue your 'play' at
home. If you already have any of the items in the Basic Tool Kit, please bring. 2 - 3 hours
$10 materials
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| non adheasive meandering book |
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| Suminagashi, Bookmaking & Letterpress sample |
Non-adhesive Intergenerational
No needles or sewing either! One sheet of paper can become a book with the correct folding, creasing and cutting.
(Think paper dolls.) We will explore the possibilities of meandering books, accordion books with folded paper covers
and a pocket accordion. Bring some decorative papers if you'd like, we will also make a few of our own to use.
3 hours $10 materials
| Codex Binding in Assorted Sizes |
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| Assorted Cover materials: HMP, Marbled Paper, Fabric Paper, Wallpaper |
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| Codex Binding, Fabric Paper Collage |
Codex
Books: The most familiar book structure to most of us. Hard covers and spine,
typically covered in book cloth. Think textbooks or library books that are not paperbacks. My approach is typically less formal
or traditional, utilizing various covering materials (hand-made paper (HMP), fabric paper, wall paper samples, etc.)
The number of pages/signatures can vary and may be a limited edition book, journal, sketchbook, etc.
Intermediate & Advanced Bindings
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| Long Stitch on Leather Spine |
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| Long Stitch, leather spine and fabric covers |
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| Long Stitch Binding |
Long Stitch Book Bindings
An intermediate
level book binding that will further develop and challenge your creative book binding skills. Traditional and innovative approaches
will be explored. Long Stitch book designs open flat which is an advantage when writing or drawing in them. Recommend
having basic bookmaking and sewing experience. Bring as many items that you already have from the Basic Tool Kit. Paper recommendations
are on the supply list. 3 - 4 hour $10 materials
Long Stitch Supply List
Bookmaking Basic Supply List
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| Decorative Stab Bindings |
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| Decorative Stab Bindings |
Decorative Stab Bindings Intergenerational
Explore the possibilities! Based on the basic four hole stab binding. Choose
from traditional designs or create one of your own for this decorative sewing technique. Stacks of papers, thread/yarn, needle
and you are set. This is appropriate for an adult and child intergenerational experience. Great unique gifts! 3 - 4 hours
$5 materials
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| Coptic Binding Journals |
| Coptic Binding |
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| Polymer Clay Cover |
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| Coptic Bindings |
Coptic Stitch
Intermediate level book binding that will further develop and challenge your creative book binding skills. This binding
design opens flat which is an advantage for writing or drawing. Recommend having basic bookmaking and sewing experience.
Paper recommendations are on the supply list. 3 - 4 hours $7 materials
Coptic Book Supply List
| Paired Needle Binding |
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| Handmade Paper Embedded Collage Cover |
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| Paired Needle Bindings |
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| Paired Needle Binding |
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| Paired Needle |
Paired Needle
It
just sounds difficult, not really so hard, but it gives you bragging rights! You will be sure to impress your friends
or family with your bookmaking skills when you show them this creation. An exposed stitching design on the spine of
the book resembles a herringbone pattern. This book is designed to lie flat when open which allows for ease in drawing
or writing. Makes a great gift! Previous book making is recommended, but not required. Minimal supplies are necessary
to continue making beautiful books at home. 3 - 4 hours $7
materials (Papers will be available for purchase if you need for your signatures,
see supply list for more information.)
Paired Needle Binding Supply List
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| Woven Accordion Design |
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| Flag Book |
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| Flag Book |
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| Tunnel Book - Student work |
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| Tunnel Book |
Variations
on the Accordion
Versatile and adaptable, concertina or accordion style
book structures lend themselves to so much more. We will 'play' with and investigate variations using these structures.
A style or structure that can be woven together, layered as a tunnel book, sewn as a coptic, and more. The linear
progression of a story line or imagery is favored by adults and children alike, yet it can be appreciated for the simple alluring
structural design alone. Paper choices/options will be provided upon registration. Previous bookmaking experience recommended,
no specialized tools required to continue your 'play' at home. If you already have any of the items in the Basic Tool Kit,
please bring. 3 - 6 hours dependent on which variation
$10 materials
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| Variation on Accordion, Sewn Accordion |
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| Variation on Accordion, Sewn Accordion |
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| Milestone or Commemorative Cards Book |
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| Milestone or Commemorative Cards Book |
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| Milestone or Commemorative Cards Book |
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| Milestone or Commemorative Cards Book |
Milestone or Commemorative Book
Binding those special occasion cards into a commemorative book is sure to please. Rather than boxing them away, gather them in a book to be shared and cherished for years to come.
Using a form of Coptic binding you will learn how to sew them together. Create
a hardcover book with a unique cover to house the greeting cards received for a special occasion. (You will need to supply the cards!) 3 - 4 hours $7 materials
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| Leather Wrap, with embellishments & variations on closures |
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| Leather Wrap |
Fabric, Leather,
or Paper Wrapped Designs
What's your
fancy? Each has it's own advantages and design considerations. Simple or a little more complex sewing options, embellished
or plain, rough/rustic or delicate/decorative, the choices will be yours. 2 - 3 hours $7
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| Sewn Paper Wrap Binding |
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| Various Decorative Paper Techniques for Covers |
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| Lacing Detail |
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| Secret Belguim Binding |
Secret
Belgium Binding
Challenging
yet beautiful to behold; front cover, spine and back cover, all held together with a lacing pattern. Signatures sewn
to laces. The width of the spine is determined by the thickness of the signatures (text block) which is
determined by the weight/thickness of the paper and the number of signatures. You determine it all with
your choice of papers/materials available. Shown here with 90# watercolor paper. Book may be opened fairly
flat. Many holes to punch, bring your Japanese Hole Punch if you have one. 4 hours (+) $10 materials
Secret Belguim Binding Supply List
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| Secret Belguim |
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| Secret Belguim |
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| Secret Belguim |
