Nordic Handcraft Workshop: Simple Bound Books with Skyler Hawkins

Bind your own book under the tutelage of instructor Skyer Hawkins in this hands-on 5-hour workshop.

Learn several easy bookbinding techniques for creating your own journals, notebooks, or sketchbooks. This class is perfect for beginner bookbinders or folks looking for a refresher, and will focus on sewn, non-adhesive bookbinding techniques by making pamphlet stitch journals and two variations of stab bindings. Students can expect to leave with 3 or 4 books (5’x7″ or smaller) and the know-how to continue their bookbinding at home.

Additional information:

• Advanced registration required.
• A $40 materials fee is due to the instructor in class and covers all materials and tools to make several types of books.

Prerequisites:

• Ages: Suitable for ages 11+. A discounted tuition price for students ages 11-17 is available at checkout.
• Skill level: This class is open to all skill levels, and especially geared towards beginners.
• Physical ability: Sewing requires average hand strength and flexibility, including the ability to pinch and hold needle and thread.