Bookbinding Workshop for Students and Library Patrons
All Libraries, Events, Special Collections & University Archives Posted: April 5th, 2024April 11, 2024, 5:45 pm – 8:00 pm
Free bookbinding workshop for students and library patrons:
The Simply Sewn Book: Japanese Stab Binding with Western Materials with David Nees
John C. Hitt Library
UCF Main Campus, Room 170, First Floor
Workshop description:
The tradition of book binding goes back thousands of years, spanning not only time but place as well. This workshop is to introduce the participants to Japanese Stab Binding and creating a book in that tradition with Western materials. The structure is beautiful, simple, and functional.
Class Duration: 2.25 hours
Required Skills: Folding paper, cutting with scissors and X-acto knife.
Some basic materials will be provided; however, participants are encouraged to bring papers and tools (awls and waxed thread are particularly needed). Copy paper and some cardstock will be available, but you are welcome to bring other papers / cardstock / decorative paper to construct their books and possibly to share.
Limited to 15 participants.
Free event
Register to RSVP: https://ucf.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_02HIeS1HqIQKkYK
Hosted by Special Collections & University Archives and the Book Arts Guild of Central Florida
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