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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
466 users recommended this class to a friend
Venus Victor
Very welcomed information and great presentation.
March 27, 2025
Gertrude Doe
It is great to learn the vocabulary and see all the tools we can use for book binding! Very well explained
March 1, 2025
Julie Hauser
Learning lots. Ready to make a book.
More than 3 months ago
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