JANUARY:
Bookbinding 101
January 27 – 28 (Saturday & Sunday)
8:30am – 4:30pm
North Bennet Street School, Boston, MA
This class is currently full. This shorter workshop focuses on technique as students will construct through the aid of kits. Students will make three different binding structures and create an enclosure to house everything. This workshop is perfect for anyone curious about bookbinding and what North Bennet has to offer. No prior experience necessary.
FEBRUARY:
Bookbinding 101
February 10 – 11 (Saturday & Sunday)
8:30am – 4:30pm
North Bennet Street School, Boston, MA
This class is currently full. This shorter workshop focuses on technique as students will construct through the aid of kits. Students will make three different binding structures and create an enclosure to house everything. This workshop is perfect for anyone curious about bookbinding and what North Bennet has to offer. No prior experience necessary.
Fundamentals of Bookbinding I
February 26 – March 2
8:30am – 4:30pm
North Bennet Street School, Boston, MA
This is a great workshop if you are interested in the full-time program at North Bennet or wanting to learn a new skill. During the workshop students will explore the basics of bookbinding through a variety of non-adhesive structures and finish the week by making a flatback case binding. We will discuss materials, adhesives, tool use and students will have access to traditional bindery equipment.
MARCH:
Rebind a Book
March 17 – 18 (Saturday & Sunday)
8:30am – 4:30pm
North Bennet Street School, Boston, MA
Rebind your favorite book and create a custom cover. Learn how to disassemble a commercially bound book and prep it for a custom hardcover case. Choose between our assortment of cloths and decorative papers or bring your own to perfectly capture the spirit of your book. Students will also get the chance to title their books using a Kwikprint stamping machine.
