Alchemy of Books - Make Your Own

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Sunday, Mar. 18th

Long Stitch Bookbinding

with Judi Delgado

11:00am - 3:00pm

$70

Class Description: The Alchemy of Books – Make Your Own!
All it takes is cloth and board, thread and paper – and a little glue. Make your own book using the easy long stitch. You’ll complete the journal of your choice in this simple four-hour class. Class kit includes cover boards and spine, waxed linen thread, paper, pattern, instructions and extra supplies. You’ll create a 6 signature, hard cover book, with exposed sewing. It will open flat for writing or painting.
You can find Judi Delgado on Facebook and at www.bodhisartva.typepad.com or email delgadojx@yahoo.com.

Supply list:
PVA (polyvinyl adhesive) – Zinnia, Dick Blick, Paper Source, Swains
Book Cloth – Dick Blick, Paper Source, Swains
Sharp craft knife – Home Depot or craft store
Ruler – metal with cork backing is best, but any will do
Awl – Dick Blick, Paper Source, Swains
Bone Folder – Dick Blick, Paper Source, Swains
Bookbinding Sewing Needles – Dick Blick, Paper Source, Swains
Pencil and Pen
Scissors
Cutting Mat, 12 x 12 or larger if possible; otherwise we will share

Optional: buttons, beads, ribbons and “stuff” to tie onto the spine

Inexpensive supplies for bookbinding can be found at the stores mentioned, under the brand name Lineco. The awl, bone folder, needles and different colors of book cloth are all this brand. Don’t buy the thread from them; you won’t be happy. I’m bringing a variety of beautiful colors of waxed linen thread for you to use.