Buttonhole Binding In-Store Class
Sunday, Sep 15, 11-4:30pm
Instructor: Kristen Lewis
Limit: 6 students. All participants must be 15 years or older.

Class Details

This popular class from local book artist Kristen Lewis is the Buttonhole Binding. It’s a non-adhesive binding with a thick board cover, exposed sewing, and a “window” on the spine. The name comes from the classic buttonhole embroidery stitch, which is the pattern used in the book’s binding to create a distinct, decorative edge. It’s easy to change the character of the book by changing the color of the waxed linen thread used for the binding or to add colored endpages as an accent.

The sewing pattern is straightforward but yields impressive results. The buttonhole binding is also one of the more versatile book structures to add to your tool box. Wait until you see some of the interesting variations! Kristen describes how you can easily change up the book as she teaches the basic structure. We were particularly taken with variations where the “window” on the spine is cut into different shapes or extended into the covers.

You’ll leave class with a completed book and inspiring ideas for the next one. No prior bookbinding experience is required.

An email will be sent to participants the Monday before the class. Classes with homework may receive pre-class info earlier. No email? Double check the email address you entered when you registered and your SPAM folder. Due to SPAM filters and inbox settings, we cannot guarantee you will see, read, or open these emails. Two Hands Paperie assumes no responsibility for non-attendance of a class. Contact twohandsclasses@gmail.com with any class questions and see our Class Policies page for more information.

Class Materials

Please bring the following materials:

Xacto knife with fresh blades
Optional: apron
Optional: snacks, water bottle, something to eat during the short lunch break

Class Materials Include:

All bookbinding tools + scissors, glue, thread, awls, etc
Templates, handouts & information
Bookboard covers, decorative paper, and bookcloth
Precut page paper

Class Refund/Cancellation Policy

Cancellations made up to 14 days prior to the first class meeting will be refunded or, at the participant's option, used to pay for another class. Two Hands Paperie will retain a $10 processing fee for EACH class cancelled by a participant. After 14 days, there is no refund or credit. In addition, the fee for a class cancelled within this 14-day timeframe by a participant cannot be transferred to pay for another class. These policies are to ensure that teachers are compensated for their investment in materials and in time spent preparing for the class. We reserve the right to cancel a class if fewer than 3 students enroll 48 hours prior to the scheduled class time. If for any reason Two Hands Paperie cancels a class, students will be called at the phone number on file and refunded the FULL class fee.

Instructor Bio

Kristen Law Lewis was bitten by the book-bug in the last semester of her undergrad Studio Art studies at University of Colorado. She’s made all kinds of books since - founding Papercuts Press in 2005. She later pursued artifact conservation, a second love, and earned a degree in Museum Studies. Kristen mixes her time between sculpture, bookmaking, teaching, and caring for museum collections. She has taught bookbinding classes since 2007 and brings a gentle, engaging, and informative approach to guiding class projects.

"My work is largely driven by materials and process. I love the challenge of physically incorporating something special into what I make. Upcycling, repurposing, and reducing waste are key interests in my studio practice. I think a lot about where things come from, and where they are going. I'm enamored with material objects - modifying their past significance to construct a relevance for them today."

Read Two Hands Paperie’s Artist Interview with Kristen

Visit her website at papercutspress.com

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