Intro Bookbinding: Softcover Japanese Stab Binding

1921 N. Ash St.,Spokane WA 99205

15 October, 2022

Description

Join Dorian for this intro level bookbinding class. Students will learn the basics of Japanese stab binding as well as several stitching patterns for use with this binding method. Japanese stab binding is a useful binding method for hand-bound publications, because the pages lay flat, rather than being folded over into a signature. In addition, binding can be accomplished relatively quickly. This makes both design and assembly more straightforward, perfect for chapbooks, journals, zines, and more. Students will select their covers from a selection of different types and designs of paper, cut them to size, and bind their covers to a blank text block. Students will have the opportunity to make as many books as time will allow. All materials will be provided, but students are welcome to bring in their own paper materials to use for covers (e.g.: posters, comic books, decorative paper).