Book Repair Core 2 – Foundational Techniques: Cloth Reback
December 5th, 2015 9:30 AM
- Instructor: Juliayn Coleman
- Workshop Extra: Core Curriculum, Certificate Program
- Workshop Type: Binding
- Workshop Status: Closed
- Workshop Start: December 5th, 2015 9:30 AM
- Workshop End: December 19th, 2015 5:30 PM
- Sessions: 3
Book Repair 2 – Foundational Techniques: Cloth Reback
In this class, we will learn the steps necessary to repair ailing clothbound books. This style of repair, developed through decades of use in conservation labs and private studios alike, allows the practitioner to safely disbind books with integrity and respect for the original structure, and follows an ethic of saving every part of the original material. The cloth reback can be varied many ways to attend to the many different problems books can have, but all variations are based on the foundational method taught in this class. We will work on books specifically chosen by the instructor, who will also discuss how to identify books that are not good candidates for this type of repair.
Prerequisite: Bookbinding Core 1 or Repair Core 1
Competencies Gained:
- Students will be comfortable with the concepts and techniques used in the basic cloth reback
- Students will understand the purpose of the cloth reback and when it is not the proper strategy
- Students will be comfortable with basic concepts and strategies in paper repair
- Students will be able to make their own cooked paste and methylcellulose poultice
- Students will be able to use a lifting knife and sharpen it on a leather strop
Prerequisite: Bookbinding Core 1 or Repair Core 1
Materials to Bring: None
Workshop Fee: $550
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
"I loved the instructor's calm manner and accessibility- plus she has a great sense of humor, something much appreciated during stressful maneuvers."
"Juliayn is always so cheerful, funny, organized, and patient! I love her classes! She teaches good practices which promote good habits."
“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.”
“Love her sense of humor and friendliness, as well as her depth of knowledge. Very happy that I got to take this class.”