In this class, we will learn the steps necessary to repair ailing clothbound books. This style of repair, developed through decades of use in conservation labs and private studios alike, allows the practitioner to safely disbind books with integrity and respect for the original structure, and follows an ethic of saving every part of the original material. The cloth reback can be varied many ways to attend to the many different problems books can have, but all variations are based on the foundational method taught in this class. Students will work on books specifically chosen by the instructor, who will also discuss how to identify books that are not good candidates for this type of repair. 

Competencies Gained:

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Materials to Bring: Lifting knife made by instructor, included in class fee and given to student at the first workshop meeting.

Optional and available at SFCB for student use during workshop: bone folder, awl, utility blade, scissors, dividers, pencil.

Recommended Prerequisite: Book Repair Core :: Foundational Techniques- Paper & Paste

Workshop Fee (includes $75 materials fee): $525.00

Date & Time: Sundays, November 4, 11 & 18, 2018 :: 9:30am-5:30pm

Location: 375 Rhode Island St, San Francisco, CA 94103

Note: Please read over the SFCB Registration Policies before signing up for a class

REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE 3 DAYS PRIOR TO THE START DATE OF THIS WORKSHOP.

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About the Instructor | Juliayn Coleman

Juliayn Coleman has been a professional bookbinder since her graduation from the North Bennet Street School bookbinding program in 2003. Her private practice encompasses all levels of book repair and conservation, custom portfolio and enclosure making, teaching, and being a good ambassador for the craft of bookbinding in general. Some of her creative and professional projects can be seen at  www.bookislandbindery.com.

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Past Student Reviews:

“Lots of learning, well-paced, and I came out of the class knowing way more than I did before! Thanks!”

“These are skills people spend years and thousands of dollars learning which Juliayn masterfully fits into three Sundays, even if it is only an introduction to the art. A well-run class, with skills, materials and resources gained which I can take with me into my own projects. “

“The best of a string of classes I've taken with Juliayn, incredibly thorough, prepared, and full of knowledge that she's willing to share." 

“Fantastic.”