Bookbinding I: August 2023

CBBAG Bookbinding I with Joan Byers, August 8 to 12, 2023

Note: This offering of BB1 was unable to proceed due to low enrolment.

This is a five full-day course from the Canadian Bookbinders and Book Artists Guild (CBBAG) which introduces the various tools, materials, sewing methods, and constructions fundamental to hand bookbinding. We will start by making simple pamphlets and proceed to the binding of two small hardcover books. This course prepares you to explore bookbinding on your own or continue with more advanced studies. No previous bookbinding experience is needed.

A minimum of four (4) students are required, maximum six (6).

  • Dates:  Tuesday August 8 through to Saturday August 12, 2023
  • Time:  9:00 am – 4:30 pm
  • Location: North Saanich (Greater Victoria) BC

Contact for more information:
   Joan Byers
   E-mail: kelpie@shaw.ca
   Telephone: 250-656-7376

Course fee:
   CBBAG members: $425 + $40 for supplies
   CBBAG non-members: $485 + $40 for supplies (and includes one-year membership to CBBAG)

If you are interested in this course, please contact Joan for a registration form.

This course is a pre-requisite for CBBAG Bookbinding II

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