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Taught by Jody Alexander
This workshop is a perfect introduction for those interested in book making. An accomplished book artist, Jody takes you through the terminology used in book making and introduces the many tools used. She talks about different paper types, paper grain, cover vs. text paper and also shows how to tear paper three different ways. She covers multi-signature preparation, bookbinding knots and a variety of glues.
Learn how to:
Here’s what you’ll need:
Tools:
- Bone folder
- Teflon folder
- plastic burnisher
- awl
- scissors
- xacto knife
- surgical scalpel
- utility knife
- #18 sharp bookbinding needles
- metal ruler
- plastic triangle
- glue brushes
- small paint brush
- waxed linen thread
- large self-healing mat
Downloads:
- Bookbinding vocabulary
- Selecting bookbinding tools and choosing papers for cover and text
- Binding stitches and knots
- Using glues and adhesives
- An easy-to-follow lesson on bookbinding
- 10 HD video lessons you can access online anytime, anywhere
- Itemized supply list
- Step-by-step instruction by Jody Alexander
- The ability to leave comments, ask questions and interact with other students
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Anatomy of a Book Reviews
375 users recommended this class to a friend
Melissa Rodgers
An absolutely fantastic starter for an aspiring book binder! Jody is clear, down to earth and extremely knowledgeable. I’m looking forward to seeing her other programs.
August 28, 2023
Liz S
This was such an excellent and informative class. It gives some depth to the basics of book binding that makes it approachable and not overwhelming. Very clear instruction.
July 17, 2023
Jackie Evans
Very informative, gives you a great understanding of all the terminology and the different tools etc needed to get started
More than 3 months ago
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