Encased Japanese Trio

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July 18th, 2015 9:30 AM

  • Instructor: Juliayn Coleman
  • Workshop Type: Binding
  • Workshop Status: Closed
  • Workshop Start: July 18th, 2015 9:30 AM
  • Workshop End: July 19th, 2015 5:30 PM
  • Sessions: 2

There’s an elegance to the ancient art of Japanese bookbinding that nothing else touches. In this class you will discover how simple traditional stitch patterns are while making three distinct and beautiful softcover books of handmade papers, each enhanced with chiyogami embellishments. Using Asian handmade paper for text and wheatpaste for adhesive, we will discuss how Japanese binding styles respond to the light, thin paper generally used. And for the finishing touch, you’ll handcraft a traditional chitsu wrap to complement and encase your trio of books.


Materials to bring: basic bookbinding tools (bone folder, awl, olfa snapoff knife, scissors, dividers), pencil and pad for taking notes

Workshop + Materials Fee:  $300

Date & Time: Saturday & Sunday, July 18 & 19 | 9:30am-5:30pm

Location: This workshop will take place at 375 Rhode Island St, San Francisco, CA 94103

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About the Instructor | Juliayn Coleman 

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.


Past Student Reviews

 “Can’t say enough of Juliayn’s patience, composure, and professionalism. I struggled with several steps and she was always there to help me with her smile and kind heart”

“Thoroughly loved the class. I am very appreciative of Juliayn’s patience and her thorough knowledge of bookbinding”

“Juliayn is very knowledgeable and conveys her knowledge in a clear manner with a fun sense of humor”