Introductory Sewn Books
Introductory Sewn Books with Anne Murray
This class introduces several relatively simple sewn bindings where the stitching is a decorative element. There will also be options for variations on each stitching style covered. Four styles will be covered: Pamphlet stitch with 3 variations; Japanese stab binding with 2 variations; French Linked stitch with one variation; and LongStitch. A complete materials kit will make this easy to get started - create 6-8 beautiful and functional books to keep or give away!
This small group class is presented in collaboration with John C. Campbell Folk School and Lessonface. Participants should enroll at least two weeks before start to ensure materials kits arrive in time. If registering after this point, your kit may arrive after the first session. Students are invited to attend an optional Orientation and Closing Ceremony to connect with various online Folk School classes.
Class Materials
Your class registration fee includes a materials kit with a value of $70 shipped to your door. Residents outside the USA will pay the difference in shipping.
The kit includes:
All paper (plain & decorative), thread required to complete at least 6 small books; awl, binder clips, needles, glue stick
Students will also want to provide:
Small sharp scissors; book cradle or magazine to serve that purpose; small ruler; pencil
No experience necessary
Age Range
All Ages
Skill Level
Beginner
Contact the Teacher
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About the John C. Campbell Folk School & Lessonface
Since 1925, the John C. Campbell Folk School in Brasstown, North Carolina has transformed lives, and brought people together in a nurturing environment for experiences in learning and community life that spark self-discovery. Since 2012, Lessonface has connected more than 30,000 students with over 2,500 great teachers for live music, language, and arts lessons online, delivering on our mission to help students achieve their goals while treating teachers equitably.
When
The class will meet for four weekly 2-hour live online sessions on Tuesdays at 6:30 pm ET | 3:30 pm PT on the schedule below. The first session is on September 24.
Enrolled students receive 30-day access to the video recordings of the classes.
How It Works
Enroll above to save your spot in the class. Lessonface will send you a confirmation right away, and a Zoom link 24 hours before the class start time. You can log into your Lessonface dashboard to access class materials, communicate with your instructor, join the live Zoom session, and access the class recordings and chat transcript afterward.
Refund Policy: To cancel an enrollment or request a refund, contact support@lessonface.com. For 30+ days before, we refund 95%. Between 30 and 5 days, receive a 75% refund. No refunds within 5 days of class start date. Materials kit fees are non-refundable.
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Anne Murray
Since first encountering The Penland Book of Handmade Books at the public library in 2006, I have been passionate about making books and have been learning and practicing the crafts involved in making books – binding, making paper, marbling paper, creating book cloth, and woodworking.