In September I will be heading to the west coast to teach a 4-day workshop on the 3-Part Bradel binding at the San Francisco Center for the Book. I really love making and teaching this structure. Constructing the book in three parts expands the design possibilities and material combinations. You can find out more about the workshop here.
Workshop Description
The 3-Part Bradel binding offers a unique aesthetic over a traditional case binding. As the name suggests, the binding is assembled in three parts, which encourages the binder to use different materials to cover the spine and covers. For this workshop, students will use leather to cover the spine and cloth or paper for the covers. Students will be guided as they pare their own leather.
Students will also be using a variety of bindery equipment such as a sewing frame, job backer, plow and Kwikprint to complete their structure. We will also cover how to create a simple painted, decorative edge and stamp a custom label.
Dates:
September 7 – 10 (Friday – Monday)
For more information and to register, click here.
