Want to learn how to bind your own book? Join me for a 2-hour bookbinding workshop focused on using natural materials. We will be in the 3rd floor Innovation Lab at Durham’s Main Library on Saturday, April 13th from 10am-12pm. Registration is required. Click the image to register.
Join me for a workshop at End Paper, the North Carolina Museum of Art’s Art Book Fair being held the weekend of September 22.
In this workshop students learn how to construct several styles of nonadhesive bindings, including the three-hole pamphlet stitch binding, chain-stitch binding, the 4-hole Japanese stab binding (yotsume toji), and the noble Japanese stab binding (koki toji). All materials and tools are provided.
Tickets can be purchased through the NCMA.
Join me for a 2 hour workshop where I cover 3 simple non-adhesive binding structures at Durham County Library’s Library Fest 2023! Space is limited.
I'll be attending the Greensboro Zine Fest 2018 in July at the beautiful WAMRev Gallery in Greensboro! Come check out all the awesome vendors, and I'll be teaching a free workshop on simple book sewing structures for all those interested in DIY!
July 21st, 2018 There is going to be a Pop up art market on the patio of The Bearded Goat. It will consist of Local Artists / Businesses as well as vendors from all over the state of North Carolina.
There will be booths by:
Bibliopathologist
Headfirst! Records.
Art By JOMO!
Local A$$hole Company
Odina Wood Art
Art by Jody Merriman
Black Pine Confectionery (Vegan upscale baked goods)
The Free Pizza Podcast
Hudson Hill
Jewelry and Art by Caity W.
Art by Joey Oldaugh
Boomerang Book Bus
and many more TBA! More info on Facebook.
I'll be at the Asheville Zine Fest in June with Tristin Miller showing off some zines and books...come check us out and all the other artists & vendors!
Come on out to Kleur Boutique and Makerspace in Winston Salem the evening of Saturday May 27 to learn all about making simple Japanese stab bindings along with tasting and learning about some of the phenomenal brews from Hoots Beer Co!
Space is very limited, so register right away: tinyurl.com/kleurbooks
Come on out to Shelf Life for a class on folded book structures!
Books don’t necessarily require complex sewing structures and special tools. Sometimes, you just need paper, a bone folder, and your imagination. Structures such as the Accordion, the Flutter, and the Leporello can be accomplished with just paper folding, and sometimes a little glue as well. These bindings are great for artist’s books, keepsakes, gifts, birthday cards…the list goes on. This workshop covers several structures and variations.
Beginners welcome. All supplies included! Space is limited, so sign up today!
Shelf Life Art & Supply Co. - 2178 Lawndale Drive, Greensboro, NC 27408
Cost: $65 (supplies included). Click here to register on Eventbrite.
The Secret Belgian Binding, more formally known as the Criss-Cross Binding, is a non-adhesive book structure developed by Belgian bookbinder Anne Goy in the 80’s and is noted for its striking pattern of lacing the front and back covers to the spine. It is an excellent choice for sketchbooks and artist books since the pages lay flat. Additionally, much creativity can be shown through the choice of thread and covering material, resulting in bindings that are both visually interesting and incredibly versatile.
Registration includes the use of all necessary tools and the materials to construct two bindings along with instructions to take home. Paper and covering material will be provided as well, though Shelf Life has a great variety of materials and extends a 15% discount to students who are interested in purchasing their own.
*Ticket sales end one week before workshop date
The Secret Belgian Binding, more formally known as the Criss-Cross Binding, is a non-adhesive book structure developed by Belgian bookbinder Anne Goy in the 80’s and is noted for its striking pattern of lacing the front and back covers to the spine. It is an excellent choice for sketchbooks and artist books since the pages lay flat. Additionally, much creativity can be shown through the choice of thread and covering material, resulting in bindings that are both visually interesting and incredibly versatile.
Registration for the workshop is $45 and must be paid in advance. Registration includes the use of all necessary tools and the materials to construct a book along with instructions to take home. The location of the workshop is a private residence and the location will be provided after payment.