Back to Back Books Thursday 9:00 - 4:30 $130  
  Daniel Essig    


Student Level: All
Type of Workshop: Technique and Project

 
 

    Introduced during the Middle Ages to save on materials, two volumes yet only 3 covers, this playful structure enables us to explore and compare variations of Coptic bindings. Developed as early as the fourth century, this binding style has withstood the test of time. There are several distinct sewings known as the Coptic stitch. I teach a method that uses two needles for each length of thread, one on either end. Participants will learn both the 2-needle Coptic and a two-color Coptic hybrid binding.

    As with all the bindings I teach, I try to help students learn not just the sewing pattern, but also the techniques and tricks to be better binders.

    We build our books from a combination of paper, pasteboard and mica.

    Materials fee of $20 payable to Instructor at class time includes:
    Mica
    Two text blocks
    Handmade paper
    Assortment of waxed linen thread
    Needles
    PVA glue
    Double stick tape
    Other misc. materials or tools needed to complete the project

    Supply List:
  • Ruler
  • Awls
  • White PVA glue
  • Glue brush
  • Sturdy scissors
  • Pencils: wood, mechanical
  • White eraser
  • ¼ inch palm chisel
  • Small brayer
  • Exacto knife and blades
  • Small cutting matte
  • Thin or light weight collage materials: decorative and text papers, photos, insect wings, leafs, feathers, etc.

Questions? Email Daniel at books@danielessig.com
Website: http://www.danielessig.com