Workshop Fee (includes materials fee): $240

Masks are no longer required for workshops, though anyone is welcome to wear one if they wish.

Hey you, finicky readers out there! In this workshop, we will take a paperback book and transform it into something more durable and easier to flex and open.

We will reuse the old covers and spines, creating a recessed area in the new covers to retain the book's original graphic feel. This is also one of the most common treatments for books in single sheets, so it is a technique you'll be able to use for other types of projects as well.

This is an alternative to the earlier Rebind a Paperback workshop with different skills covered. Both methods are good, especially for ailing paperbacks, and fun to learn.

Please note that we will be rebinding books provided by the instructor, so you can perfect the techniques before improving your own personal treasures.

>> Prerequisite: Some experience making or repairing books. Class will move quickly. <<

Materials to Bring: All tools and materials will be provided. Students are also welcome to bring any of their own favorite bookbinding tools.

Date & Time: Saturday, December 21, 2024 :: 9:30am-5:30pm

Location: 375 Rhode Island St, San Francisco, CA 94103

NOTE: Please read over the SFCB Registration Policies before signing up for a class. Registration will close approximately three days prior to the start date of the workshop to allow the instructor time to prep materials for class. We recommend you not wait to register, as workshops that don't meet our minimum enrollment will be canceled, sometimes as much as a week in advance.
 

About the Instructor | Juliayn Coleman (she/her)

Juliayn Coleman has been a professional bookbinder since her graduation from the North Bennet Street School bookbinding program in 2003. Her private practice encompasses all levels of book repair and conservation, custom portfolio and enclosure making, teaching, and being a good ambassador for the craft of bookbinding in general. Some of her creative and professional projects can be seen at  www.bookislandbindery.com.

Past Student Reviews:

“I enjoyed learning about how to repair and conserve paperback bound books by making them into hardcover books. It was fun and fast-paced.”

“Juliayn is always an amazing instructor.  She gives great demos, explains topics clearly, helps out when needed, and prepares a lot of the material for the class.  I'm always happy when I can take another class from her!”