NYC Bookbinding Classes

Students will learn the basics of hand-made book production and practice several simple binding techniques that can be done at home.This 3-hour workshop will provide an introductory glimpse into the art of making books.  Methods demonstrated will include pamphlet stitch, japanese side-stitch, and perfect binding.  Limited supplies for the class are ...

Learn how to make a sketchbook that will fold completely flat when open for easy sketching.We will each make one 5 x 8-inch hard back Coptic bound book using a lightweight drawing paper. This method will leave the spine open with a beautiful stitching exposed. All materials are included.Materials fee: $15 (includes: paper, covers, and necessary tools).Enrollment ...

Learn adhesive applications, archival materials and professional techniques to complete 3 finished books during this fun weekend.Gain all the basic skills of binding in this fun weekend. You will complete 3 finished books to use as journals or drawing books including an accordion fold structure with hard covers, an Asian binding, and an album with multiple sewn ...

Utilize proper scoring and folding, templates and sewing techniques to sew a blank book of multiple signatures, cased in archival boards and adhesives - perfect for journal writings, drawings and collage.Learn to sew a blank book of multiple signatures in this classic, versatile codex binding. This is a great workshop for the beginner or more advanced binder. ...

Learn how to make your own Coptic bound sketchbook/notebook from start to finish. Coptic binding is an ancient binding structure with two hard covers and an open spine chain-linked with thread. The open spine allows the book to lay flat when opened, making it ideal for writing or drawing in, not to mention making it look gorgeous!They'll cover the ...

Create a fabulous book using absolutely no adhesives. Perfect for artists' books, as the pages lie perfectly flat, and you do not lose any image or text. Everything is folded, creased and sewn [not on tapes]. Covers are made from a heavy weight paper. Variations of cover ideas will be covered. Perfect for letterpress books and printed covers. This is a lovely ...

Make four different bookbinding structures that combine text and images to effectively communicate ideas, emotions and stories in the form of an artist's book. For the binding component, you will make 4 different bookbinding structures. For the printing component, you will set type, print letterpress or create a drypoint image that you will print on our etching press....

In this class students create a variety of traditional books, so that they can both make books in class and use these skills to improvise and create unique books on their own.Over the 4 week course, students will learn all the skills needed to create accordion, Japanese bound, and case bound (traditional hardback) books. Students will cut board and paper safely, ...

In this class, students will learn the basics of paper making and basic book binding skills.From start to finish, you can create a journal or sketchbook! Experiment with different additives and stitching techniques for totally unique looks. No experience necessary. Note: All necessary supplies will be provided for students, and students benefit from ...

Familiarize yourself with the structure of the book while learning bookbinding & restoration, proper use of tools, materials and adhesives. Focus on traditional restoration techniques as you learn paper repairs using Japanese tissue, spine and hinge repairs, re-sewing loose sections, and cloth re-backing. Mend your own broken cloth binding books; Pull all those ...

In this class you will start with large blank sheets of paper and end up each with your own ready-to-be-filled journal. This will cover the entire process from tearing sheets to size, measuring and piercing holes, and of course binding. In our increasingly digital age, books are becoming more and more a special item. What better way to appreciate their potential and ...

Participants will incorporate book arts with sewing techniques, using fabric pages for their artist's book. Book binding, sewing and embroidery techniques will be taught and practiced.Students will make three simple practice books and use techniques to create an artist book process. The limitless possibilities of fabric books, including sculptural fabric books, ...

Participants will learn how to make their very own hand bound book using the long stitch--a simple, yet elegant technique for binding together multiple sections, with lots of room for elaboration and variation. ...

Measure, cut and glue with precision to construct a sturdy 2-tray clamshell box, used to house a rare book, artist book or portfolio of prints. A complicated box structure, in this weekend you will break it all down as you learn to measure, cut, and glue with precision, constructing a sturdy 2-tray clamshell box. This beautiful structure is an art object in itself. ...

Learn all phases of creating & printing an image which are designing, planning, & transferring the image, cutting the blocks, mixing colored inks, and operating a press.In the tradition of the hand printed, illustrated book a la Gutenberg, print a series of relief blocks with 3 images and 3 pages of text. You will set your text in metal foundry type and print it on ...