Design Your Own Stab Binding

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February 6th, 2016 1:00 PM

  • Instructor: Natalie Freed
  • Workshop Type: Binding
  • Workshop Status: Closed
  • Workshop Start: February 6th, 2016 1:00 PM
  • Workshop End: February 6th, 2016 5:00 PM
  • Sessions: 1

Have you ever admired the beauty of traditional Japanese stab bindings and wondered if you could design your own stitch pattern? This workshop is for you! We will first stitch a pattern in a traditional style, then you will learn how to create and construct your own unique design. For fun, you’ll learn a bit about the math and history behind the stitching order. Then you will learn to use a simple, animated app to help you work out how to stitch any pattern.

Please bring a Windows or Mac laptop. If you don’t have access to one, a tablet (Apple or Android) or even a smartphone will work in a pinch. If this is a barrier, please email the instructor. 

Materials to Bring: 

A Windows, Mac, or Linux laptop.
A tablet (iPad or Android) will work if they do not have access to a laptop, and a smartphone in a pinch.

Students can optionally bring their own:
bone folder
glue brush

awl

bookbinding needles

and (also optional):
if there is any kind of special paper they want for covers

Workshop Fee: $90

Date & Time: Saturday, February 6, 2016 :: 1:00-5:00pm

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

Note: Please read over the SFCB Registration Policies before signing up for a class. If you are registering within 3 days of the start date for this class, please call 415-565-0545 ex.105 to complete your registration 

About the Instructor | Natalie Freed

Natalie Freed is a technologist and teacher with a lifelong love for craft and book arts. She currently teaches high school computer science, develops creative curriculum, and makes interactive books and electronic textile objects. She believes that technology is just another beautiful and fascinating material to play with. Her projects are documented at: http://www.nataliefreed.com