Workshop Fee (includes materials fee): $230
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Masks are required for this workshop for all students at the request of the instructor.

Hey you, finicky readers out there! Tired of having to wrestle with your beloved books as you read them? This class is for you.

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 hard covers to place the old ones. This is also one of the most common bindings for books in single sheets, so it is a technique you'll be able to use for other types of projects as well.

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

>> Prerequisite: None <<

Materials to Bring: None. All tools and materials will be provided. Students are also welcome to bring any of their own favorite bookbinding tools. Masks are required for this workshop.

Date & Time: Sunday, April 28, 2024 :: 9:30am-5:30pm

*This class date was changed from Saturday, April 20. Note new date above*

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 three days prior to the start date of the workshop to allow the instructor time to prep materials for class. 
 

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 love that we were able to use many different techniques and pieces of equipment in one day. I have previously taken the Weeklong Bookbinding Intensive with Juliayn, and felt like I was able to practice the skills I learned.” 

“I've taken several classes with Juliayn, and she is an excellent instructor! She is patient and her expertise makes me feel like I learn a lot every time I have a class with her.”

“Juliayn is always well-prepared and is so patient. Nothing flusters her and she can adapt to any of our mistakes and turn them into something beautiful.”

“The result!  What a cool hardcover book from a sadly worn paperback!”