Learn the traditional craft of Coptic bookbinding in this exclusive workshop hosted by Red Hill’s quaint little bookstore, Scrumptious Reads, where in addition to making 2 different Coptic-bound books, you’ll also be treated to a delicious lunch box (provided by Three Girls Skipping, the cute cafe next door), snacks and drinks throughout the afternoon.
Every participant will make two books, one a classic hard-cover, and the other with a soft leather cover. You can choose from an assortment of
different papers/card, a colourful range of waxed-linen thread, and a variety of upcycled leathers (for the soft cover book) to make two unique and very personalised books.
Coptic binding is a simple handsewn technique characterised by two separate covers and a distinctive chain-stitch sewn across an exposed spine. The decorative sewing even allows the book to open beautifully flat, making it perfect for binding your own journals, sketchbooks, scrapbooks, albums, or notebooks.
Ideal for complete beginners, as well as those who would like to expand their range of bookbinding techniques. You’ll be able to examine many different finished examples of Coptic-bound books, and draw inspiration from the variations and possibilities.
All tools and materials are provided as part of the workshop, but you are welcome to bring your own items from home (i.e. A3 cutting mat, a metal ruler, craft/Stanley knife, pencil, awl, bonefolder, and any sheets of fancy/coloured/found papers if you want to use these in your books)
Comprehensive instructions and templates are also included, to enable you to continue making more books at home.
Location: Scrumptious Reads bookstore, 92a Arthur Tce, Red Hill
Workshop facilitator: Michelle Vandermeer
Date: Sunday 30 September 2018
Time: 1pm to 5pm
Cost: $140 per person, all inclusive of lunch, snacks, drinks, as well as materials, instructions, and templates.
Bookings essential: email Julie Tjiandra via julie@scrumptiousreads.com or visit the website www.scrumptiousreads.com.au
