The Long-stitch has been used as far back as the 14th century as a stationary binding and as a temporary binding for books with more elaborate (and expensive) futures.
This simple multi-section structure allows for a virtually unlimited number of pages and is well-suited for sketchbooks, notebooks and journals. It is also a popular structure for artists' books as the spine lends itself readily to decoration.
In addition to binding a book (or two, if time permits) you will learn some basic bookbinding terms, understand quality and anatomy of paper and how to use it to best effect, and techniques for folding and cutting paper. This class is an excellent option for first-time book-binders.
Instructions: You may wish to bring a water bottle, snacks, or something to take notes with. This class will take place indoors.
Date: Saturday, March 16
Time: 1pm-4:30pm
Location: People's Food Co-op, 315 5th Ave S, La Crosse, WI 54601
Ages: 12+
Materials Fee: $25
Sliding Scale Course Fee Guidelines (not including Materials Fees)
Supporter Level Ticket: $65
Sustainer Level Ticket: $50
Supported Level Ticket: $35
Instructor Bio:
Anneka Baird is a master craftswoman based in Wisconsin's driftless region. Baird maintains a practical curiosity about the technological foundations of life as we know it-- foundations which have often been obscured in layer upon layer of successive technologies. Baird is an MFA graduate of the University of Iowa Center for the Book, a sitting board member of the Midwest Ox Drovers Association and a persistent student in the school of experience.
