Book Binding Class: Notebook Copper Embossing

Edinburgh

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Craft

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Metalwork

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Kid Friendly

Book Binding Class: Notebook Copper Embossing

Embossing Copper class to design & make an A6 pocketbook

Phoenix Handmade Books

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4 hours

1 to 5 (public classes), 3 to 6 (private) (private classes)

£45 - £65 (£45 per Child, £65 per Adult)

Edinburgh

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Craft

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Metalwork

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Kid Friendly

What you'll do

In this workshop, you will learn the practical skills needed to create your very own A6 copper-fronted pocketbook. You'll be guided through the process of embossing your design into copper and binding the paper using the Japanese stab binding technique, allowing your finished book to open completely flat - perfect for note-taking and sketching.

Don't worry if you're a beginner - this workshop is designed for those with a good hand for crafting and welcomes both novices and those with some experience. You'll learn how to prepare and bind your book pages (180 gsm ivory paper stock), create hardcovers from reclaimed copper and Vegan leatherette, sew paper, and handle various materials, tools, and adhesives.

Get ready to work with an abundance of high-quality decorative end papers for the inside covers.
Experience the art and craft of bookbinding, developing your hand skills and creativity along the way.
The atmosphere in the studio will be warm and welcoming, with plenty of shortbread and tea to keep you energised.

By the end of the workshop, you'll have not only gained new skills but also have your unique pocketbook to take home. It's the perfect opportunity for book lovers, artists, and writers looking to delve into a rich and versatile craft.

* Practise drawing your personalised design at home on A6 paper.

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What you'll get

A handmade copper faux leather A6 book plus endless tea and shortbread.

Suitable for

This class is perfect for beginners - no prior experience is needed.

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a team building activity, birthday or hen do.

Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 10 years old).

An adult must accompany any attending kids, and must pay for a separate ticket.

This would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mum, anniversary gift or birthday gift.

Location

Edinburgh Palette - studio B215 151 london rd Edinburgh EH7 6AE

10mins from princes st. Lothian buses 4 5 26 44 45 drop you outside

Book Binding Class: Notebook Copper Embossing location

Your teacher

Phoenix Handmade Books

Hello I’m Will Phoenix and I've always been slightly obsessed with books... thou not the reading type, but the empty ones...the dusty old journal, them marbled edged Victorian ledgers, the ageing leather notebook or the beautiful sketch pad. A constant sketcher, i still carry around a pencil and pad, happily losing myself drawing (instead of finger tapping a smart phone).

As bookmaker (I don't call myself a binder) I recently fell heavily for leather work, a new apprenticeship almost. After spending substantially more than the much talked about "10, 000 hours" on embossing (repoussé) soft metals, I felt it time for a fresh challenge. I started at the basement level and repeated what i did 24 years ago when I picked up my first sheet of metal to shape into a book cover

I presented my work for sale since the beginning and in this world of the cheap/mass produced, I've realised there is still a small place for the individual, the actual unique 'one of a kind' piece. I carry no airs and graces and never over-precious about my work. I simply makes books. I’m looking forward to teaching., Kindest Regards

Will