Early Bird pricing until Oct 31st
Learn the ancient Coptic binding technique and make your own small sketchbook in this Sunday afternoon workshop. Coptic binding produces a flexible, flat-opening, exposed-stitch book ideal for sketching, writing and collecting. This class is suitable for beginners and those with some bookbinding experience.
We recommend reading through our workshop terms + conditions, including our refund policy to avoid any confusion or disappointment.
What you’ll learn
Characteristics of Coptic binding
Preparing signatures (folded pages) and covers
Measuring and marking for even sewing stations
Sewing the Coptic chain stitch across multiple signatures
Attaching hard covers to book block
What’s provided
All paper for signatures
Cover boards and decorative papers
Thread, needles, awls, bone folder, and other tools
Class details
Duration: Allow 3 hours
Class size: Small and limited, 8 participants maximum.
Outcome: One finished small sketchbook (approximately 11 cm x 15 cm.; final size may vary)
Skill level: Beginner-friendly; patient guidance, recommended for ages 16+
What to bring
Optional: bring your own decorative paper for a personalised cover
Optional: notebook, pen, water bottle + snacks.
Date + Time
Sunday 8th November 1pm - 4pm
Held at beKA + CLOUD, 1/118 Murwillumbah Street, Murwillumbah NSW 2484.
We are located above Australia Post, ramp access is available to a shared platform but we do have a small set of stairs up to the store.
Terms + Conditions
Workshop places are non-refundable.
Transfer of participants' names is allowed; please advise Jo in advance if someone will be taking your place.
If you are unable to attend, please contact Jo immediately. In unavoidable circumstances (not simply a change of mind) one transfer to another session is allowed. If you choose not to attend your replacement class, you will not be eligible for a refund.
Jo requires at least three participants to run this class. If cancelled, you will be eligible for a transfer to a future class, a gift voucher or a full refund.
Early Bird pricing until Oct 31st
Learn the ancient Coptic binding technique and make your own small sketchbook in this Sunday afternoon workshop. Coptic binding produces a flexible, flat-opening, exposed-stitch book ideal for sketching, writing and collecting. This class is suitable for beginners and those with some bookbinding experience.
We recommend reading through our workshop terms + conditions, including our refund policy to avoid any confusion or disappointment.
What you’ll learn
Characteristics of Coptic binding
Preparing signatures (folded pages) and covers
Measuring and marking for even sewing stations
Sewing the Coptic chain stitch across multiple signatures
Attaching hard covers to book block
What’s provided
All paper for signatures
Cover boards and decorative papers
Thread, needles, awls, bone folder, and other tools
Class details
Duration: Allow 3 hours
Class size: Small and limited, 8 participants maximum.
Outcome: One finished small sketchbook (approximately 11 cm x 15 cm.; final size may vary)
Skill level: Beginner-friendly; patient guidance, recommended for ages 16+
What to bring
Optional: bring your own decorative paper for a personalised cover
Optional: notebook, pen, water bottle + snacks.
Date + Time
Sunday 8th November 1pm - 4pm
Held at beKA + CLOUD, 1/118 Murwillumbah Street, Murwillumbah NSW 2484.
We are located above Australia Post, ramp access is available to a shared platform but we do have a small set of stairs up to the store.
Terms + Conditions
Workshop places are non-refundable.
Transfer of participants' names is allowed; please advise Jo in advance if someone will be taking your place.
If you are unable to attend, please contact Jo immediately. In unavoidable circumstances (not simply a change of mind) one transfer to another session is allowed. If you choose not to attend your replacement class, you will not be eligible for a refund.
Jo requires at least three participants to run this class. If cancelled, you will be eligible for a transfer to a future class, a gift voucher or a full refund.
