Beginning Book Binding
Learn a short history of the creation of books and the basic techniques of book binding. Everyone will learn to use templates, sewing with waxed linen thread, preparing the text block, creating a solid case cover, and putting the text block and cover together to create their very own hand sewn journal. Each student will leave with their very own hand sewn 8 ½ x 5” journal.
Tools needed by Student: boning tool, x-acto knife, ruler, t-square, cutting mat, wax paper, scissors, small clamps, awl, tapestry needle, paper towels. Note: Instructor will have her supplies of all the above for use by those not having all the tools.
Materials provided by Instructor: 80 lb. paper for text block, book board for cover, paper for cover of binding, glue, brushes, etc. Pre-registration is required....classes@shapeart.org
Date and Time
Sunday Feb 17, 2019
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM EST
Sunday, February 17th
11:00am - 4:00pm
Location
SHAPE Gallery
19 East King Street
Shippensburg
Fees/Admission
Cost: $40 for SHAPE members
$50 for non-members.
$20 supply fees (all supplies included).
Pre-registration required: classes@shapeart.org or (717) 532-2559
Contact Information
717-532-2559
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Printed courtesy of www.shippensburg.org – Contact the Shippensburg Area Chamber of Commerce for more information.
68 W. King St., Shippensburg, PA 17257 – (717) 532-5509 – chamber@shippensburg.org