Sewn Books
Sewn Books
Sewn Books
(aka: tape binding / coptic binding / non-adhesive bindings)
A stack of sections sewn together with a soft cover / spine is exposed to show stitching.
dates / times:
Friday 17th May / 10am to 1:30pm
Saturday 22nd June / 10am to 1:30pm
Saturday 12th October / 10am to 1:30pm
If these days and times do not suit- get in touch to discuss other options.
Skill Level: beginners & upward
Workshop Length: 3.5 hours
Number of Participants: 4x
(please note workshop will only go ahead with 3 or more participants)
“This workshop was very well planned with a perfect balance of ‘watch & listen’ to ‘step up & do it’. I enjoyed Lou’s easy going banter while cleverly keeping us focused & on task.
My books are proudly displayed showing their beautiful exposed spines. I’m gathering the bits needed to try making at home.
”
Make to take home:
2x A5 Notebooks with soft covers and exposed stitching
(all materials are provided)
Learn :
About paper grain and weight
How to prepare sections for sewing
How to sew multiple sections together in 2 different styles
How to use bookbinding tools and materials
How to adapt these techniques to bind at home
Skill Level: beginners & upward
In this workshop you learn how to sew 2 notebooks- a traditional coptic style & a “tape bound.” Both have soft covers made from a thick paper stock & no glue is used in the making.
It’s a great starting place to learn sewing techniques, without the pressure of adhesives or hard covers.
It’s a stepping stone to binding at home and feeling confident in any of the other workshop options.
Additional Notes:
The Binding Studio is at 731 Scenic Dr, Henderson Valley, Auckland 0612. There is off street and on street parking available.
Please note there are no public buses to this area. The closest public transport is to Swanson Train Station. An Uber from the train station is approx $20.
Disabled access is limited- please call to discuss your needs.
Please call +64 9 963 7721 prior to booking if you have further questions. You will receive an e-mail with additional info about your workshop once payment has been received.
If you would like to pay via bank transfer e-mail thebindingstudio@gmail.com with the workshop / date / time you would like to attend. Lou will e-mail you an invoice.
This workshop will only go ahead with 3 or more participants (or at TBS’s discretion.) You will be refunded in full if numbers are not reached.
72 hours notice is required for cancellations (you will be refunded your payment minus transaction charges.)
Cancellations under 72 hours will result in a 50% refund only.
