Print & Book Arts
Make A Coptic Stitch Journal *Cancelled*
Make a custom, lie-flat, Coptic-stitch book and learn the tools and materials of hand bookbinding.
Tuition Assistance and Other Policies
Sat, 6/28/2025
Cancelled
About
Coptic binding is an ancient technique, named after the Copts, who were early Christians in Egypt. Their binding methods were used from as early as the 2nd century AD to the 11th century and are adaptable to contemporary materials. It can be made without using glue, and features a decorative chain stitch across an open spine. Unlike many bindings, a Coptic-bound book will lie flat when open.
You'll work with decorative papers, binder's board, and folded pages to create a hand-bound book with a Coptic-stitched binding. Using decorative papers and cold-mount adhesive, you'll create hard covers and liners. Then you'll sew folded pages to the covers with a chain stitch. At the end of class, everyone will have a completed, handmade book suitable for a journal or sketchbook, along with the information needed to create more books!
Details
- Experience level: Appropriate for all levels, including beginners.
- Bring a bag lunch. There is a refrigerator and microwave on the lower level.
Materials
A $25 materials fee, included in the cost of the class, covers everything you'll need. Materials provided include:
- Davey board (high-quality cardboard).
- Decorative papers for the cover.
- Rives BFK white paper for the pages.
- Waxed linen binder's thread.
- Bone folder.
- X-Acto knives and other cutting tools.
- Binder's needles (straight and curved).
- Scotch Positionable Mounting Adhesive.
Class Policies
BARN Policies
- View BARN's Cancellation and Refund Policy.
- Tuition Assistance is available. Fill out the application before registering.
- BARN is committed to accessibility. We try to make accommodations when requested; the earlier you contact us, the more likely we can help. Fill out the Accommodation Request Form before any class for which you require an accommodation. Email accessibility@bainbridgebarn.org if you have any questions.
- Sensory Statement: Makerspaces like BARN can be noisy and cluttered, smell strongly, and have bright or flickering lights. BARN is not an allergen-free facility. If you have concerns, please email info@bainbridgebarn.org.
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