Our first workshop of 2022 will feature Carol DuBosch teaching a "Slip Knot" or "Larkshead" binding. This binding works best with heavy papers and book boards. It gives a rope-like look to the threads on the spine resembling a Coptic binding. It's important that we have our papers precut and tools and supplies ready when the class begins.
Supply List:
- Six (6) pieces of HEAVY paper/chipboard, poster board, or cereal box cut to 2" x 3 1/2". The paper should be of a weight that you would hesitate to fold. Carol will demonstrate by using a collection of business cards.
- Hole punch - 3 mm is best (this is slightly smaller than a normal 1/8" punch). If you have a Japanese Paper Drill choose a bit that is about 3 mm. If a normal hole punch is what you have, it will be OK.
- Three (3) pieces of waxed linen thread cut to 16" each.
- Ruler and pencil
Here are photos of several more books with this binding.
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| Beads can be added, but then the rope-like look of the binding won't show as much. |
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| This photo shows how you can use cereal or mac and cheese boxes (for example) as covers or pages. |
During the workshop Carol will show several books with this binding to further inspire us. For more information about Carol please visit her website:
https://www.caroldubosch.com/artwork/artist-books/
When: Saturday, January 8, 2022 at 10 am PST
Where: On your computer, tablet or smartphone via Zoom
RSVP: Dolores Guffey by Monday, January 3 to receive the password
Workshop Questions: Carol DuBosch
Zoom Questions: Bobbie Hayes
Contact information for everyone is in the newsletter.
