Making Books by Hand 2: Exposed Spine sewing - French and Link stitch, Venetian Journals 5th May 202

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Book into a custom date of your choice on a 1:1 learningor gather your own small group of 4 or moreor join our next class on the 5th of May 2024 9.30am - 12.30pm

During this workshop participants will learn how to create by hand two variations of an exposed spine binding: the Link Stitch and French Link Stitch. As the name indicates, these bindings have exposed spines that show off the intricacies of the stitching work usually left hidden behind the case. The third book focus on a similar stitch design sewn onto a piece of ‘wrap around’ leather. These books are ideal for presenting work, sketchbooks, gifts, or as the basis for artist books.On completion of the workshop participants will leave with their own hand bound book and the skills to make more at home using minimal equipment.Introduction to Bookbinding 2 is the third in a four-part series of introductory bookbinding workshops.

Please note:

Suitable for complete beginners includes tea, coffee and biscuits.

All materials and tools provided, you will go home with your own set of lino cutting tools and some rubber blocks to continue your new passion.

This is a technical workshop, anyone with enthusiasm for making books and sewing is welcome to join in. No experience is necessary, but the workshop requires a certain level of capability and confidence in using sharp instruments and being able to follow verbal instructions is expected.

Please read our Terms and Conditions carefully before booking as refund is not permitted for change of mind.

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