FOBA 2024 -Roberta Lavadour – Variations on the Sewn Board Binding
Class Overview - All Levels The Sewn Board Binding is one of the most versatile and user friendly structures in the book arts field, both for binders and the book’s end users. In this class stud…
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Class Overview - All Levels
The Sewn Board Binding is one of the most versatile and user friendly structures in the book arts field, both for binders and the book’s end users. In this class students will learn the basics the binding, then explore ways to embellish or subvert the structural elements to create something reflective of their artistic vision.
CLASS SUPPLIES
- Bone folder
- Teflon folder
- Metal ruler
- Glue brush
- Cutting matt (small to mid-size)
- Utility knife
- Punching awl or pin vise
- 2 straight darning/bookbinding needles
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