Secret-Belgian Binding for Beginners
Sat Apr 25, 10:00 - Sat Apr 25, 15:30
PNA Canal Walk
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Beginner's Bookbinding Workshop
Secret-Belgian Binding
An introduction to the world of bookbinding
Unleash your inner artisan and transform ordinary pages into treasured volumes! Imagine the satisfaction of holding a book crafted by your own hands, its spine whispering stories bound with care and intention. Whether you dream of creating personalised journals, exquisite gifts, or simply want to connect with the tangible beauty of the written word, this course will open a new chapter in your creative life. Come, let's bind stories together!
Join us for an intimate workshop on Secret Belgian Binding, a unique and stunning bookbinding technique. Learn how to create a beautiful book with exposed stitching and a luxurious finish. Perfect for book artists, crafters, and anyone looking for a creative challenge.
Workshop Details:
- Duration: +/- 6 Hours
- Format: 1 Finished A6 Journal + 1 DIY Material Kit to take home.
- Capacity: Maximum 6 Attendees (Personalised instruction guaranteed).
- Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate.
What You’ll Learn
- Board Preparation: Precision cutting and wrapping of A6 covers.
- Primary Lacing: Mastering the "frame" stitch that holds the spine together.
- Secondary Sewing: Attaching signatures (pages).
- Material Knowledge: Understanding paper grain & thread tension.
Workshop Facillitator:
Aalimah Pieterse
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