A workshop on the delightful Crisscross binding (aka The Secret Belgian Binding) with its distinctive sewn-in spine which is a structure devised by Anne Goy. The three-part cover is made first, and the sections are sewn in afterwards. The front cover should fold completely to the back making this an ideal structure for sketchbooks. We will make both the basic and advanced models and explore the creative possibilities offered by variations of sewing patterns, threads and materials. www.owlbarnstudio.uk
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Focus of visit: less on bindings but lots of ephemera and letters and interesting items including Ted Hughes, Leonard Basken (printer), Sion Abbey manuscript, Parish libraries, AL Rowse, RJ Lloyd (artist), Agatha Christie and some Daphne Du Maurier and Causley plus a Show and Tell from the Head Archivist. Up to us say what we want to see so check the website. www.exeter.ac.uk/library
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EAST ANGLIAN REGION Sharpening Techniques The repair or binding of a book means that many different materials have to be cut and the importance of sharp tools cannot be over-estimated. This workshop is designed to help you keep your cutting tools as keen and sharp as possible. Tutor: Royston Haward Start Time: 10.00 hrs Venue: Linton Village Hall Members Fee: £25 workshop, £5 observer, plus materials
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Ruth’s Artists' Books have been exhibited and sold in galleries and shops throughout the UK and abroad. Her work is held in the collection of Tate Britain and has been shown at the Royal Academy of Arts’ Summer Exhibition. The day will start with a display of Ruth’s books. She will explain the ideas behind them, the folds and the stamps used to create them. Most of the imagery within Ruth’s books is created by her intricately carved rubber stamps. Ruth…
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This simple paper structure was devised as a conservation binding for 17th century printed paper pamphlets. The non-adhesive structure provides a robust covering but enables the leaves to be removed easily if needed. It is particularly well suited to slim books where sewing on cords wouldn’t be appropriate, and although devised with conservation in mind, could quite easily be decorated and turned into an artist’s book. Arthur will provide step-by-step instructions and will discuss the importance of the materials provided.…
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SCOTLAND September 21-22 Leather Inlays & Onlays workshop Fee: To be confirmed Time: To be confirmed. Venue: Harbour Arts Centre, Irvine.
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EAST ANGLIAN REGION Paring Leather Leather is a wonderful material to work with but for bookwork it is often too thick. The thinning may be done by machine or more readily by hand with sharp tools if you know how. This workshop shows you how to pare leather by hand successfully and consistently. Tutor: Royston Haward Venue: Linton Village Hall Start Time: 10.00 hrs Members fee: £25 workshop, £5 observer, plus materials TEST: WHat an interesting page on colour.
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This is the first of four workshops taking us through forwarding a book from unbound sheets to attaching boards. We will look at sewing, endpaper and board construction, rounding and backing, end bands, spine linings and board attachment. You will need to be able to work a little on your book between sessions to keep up with the practical techniques but you may like to just join the group and enjoy an informative ride. The course will be suitable for…
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The Vyne is a former Tudor Palace, near Basingstoke, Hampshire. It is a fascinating National Trust property to visit, both the house and grounds. The library contains about 2500 volumes, which are currently being fully catalogued, and there are many interesting discoveries being made. We will visit the library at 11:00am, before the house opens to the general public, for a detailed viewing of some of the special items in the collection. Afterwards the house will be open for us…
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This is the second of four workshops taking us through forwarding a book from unbound sheets to attaching boards. We will look at sewing, endpaper and board construction, rounding and backing, end bands, spine linings and board attachment. You will need to be able to work a little on your book between sessions to keep up with the practical techniques but you may like to just join the group and enjoy an informative ride. The course will be suitable for…
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