San Francisco Center for the Book

Using vibrant paints, we will experiment with free-form mark-making on covers. Option to add perforated texture with a rotary tool.Learn or review basic bookbinding terminology. Then we’ll fold inside pages and sew them into our covers. Exposed stitches are simultaneously functional and decorative. Great journal to keep or gift.

Basic sewing knowledge helpful, but not required.

Prerequisite:
None

Materials to Bring:
All tools and materials will be provided.

About the Instructor:
Elaine G. Chu (she/her) has taught students of all ages, in person and online. Her work has been featured in “Greencraft” and “Somerset Studio” magazines as well as “1000 Artists’ Books.” She co-authored “Wood Paper Scissors,” a how-to crafts book. Elaine received a B.A. in music at Yale University and a B.F.A. in graphic design at University of the Arts. View more on Etsy and on Instagram @egchu1