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This workshop is a perfect introduction for those interested in book making. An accomplished book artist, Jody takes you through the terminology used in book making and introduces the many tools used. She talks about different paper types, paper grain, cover vs. text paper and also shows how to tear paper three different ways. She covers multi-signature preparation, bookbinding knots and a variety of glues.

 

• Bookbinding vocabulary
• Selecting bookbinding tools and choosing papers for cover and text
• Binding stitches and knots
• Using glues and adhesives

What you’ll get:

• An easy-to-follow lesson on bookbinding
• 10 HD video lessons you can access online anytime, anywhere
• Itemized supply list
• Step-by-step instruction by Jody Alexander
• The ability to leave comments, ask questions and interact with other students