San Francisco Center for the Book

This is a single-session online workshop. All times Pacific.

A do-si-do binding, or dos a dos, is a structure that binds two separate text blocks with a shared back cover. This unique approach lends itself to thematic considerations that play with this theme of opposite-but-shared.

In this class we will learn the basics of a do-si-so structure with a pamphlet binding. After viewing a few samples of this binding, we will bind three mock-ups together, brainstorm ideas to fill the pages, and discuss special considerations. We will also cover how to apply this to artist books and possibilities for hardcover bindings.

Everyone can expect to finish the session with a blank sample to inspire their next project!

All SFCB online workshops are recorded. Video links will be available for eight weeks after class.

Prerequisite:
None

Materials/Tools to bring:
- at least 3 pieces 5.5 x 12.75" cover weight paper
- at least 10 sheets 8.5 x 11 text weight paper (copy paper is fine)
- waxed linen bookbinding thread OR embroidery floss and beeswax
- awl
- needle with a eye that will fit your thread
- waxed paper
- writing utensil and paper for notetaking
- glue and brush or glue stick
- scissors
- patterned paper: scrapbooking papers, envelope liners, magazine pages (no need to purchase: we will discuss options in class)

About the Instructor:
Hope Amico (they/them) is a visual artist, writer and educator who believes we could all use a creative practice. Through classes, collage meetups and the Keep Writing postcard project, they are excited to share ways we can work together and support each other creatively. Co-founder of the New Orleans Collage Collective and previously known as gutwrench press, they relocated to Portland, OR in 2020. They teach online and in-person through the MCBA, SFCB and privately through their own studio.