Millimetre binding
Some basic bookbinding experience, such as ‘Bookbinding for beginners’, is recommended
Course description
Tutor: Monica Oppen Date: 26th – 27th July Time: 9.30am – 4.00pm English master bookbinder, Dominic Riley writes: “The millimetre binding is an elegant, strong, quarter-leather binding which is ingenious in construction and fairly straightforward to make… It was developed by Danish master binder John Haltoft.” The binding has its name from the sparing use of leather, only a millimetre of leather creeps onto the board. Although it is classed as a case binding the attachment of the cover or case is very different to the traditional method which you learn in Level 2 and Level 3. This binding is a great introduction to the use of leather which will be used of the spine of the book. In this course you will be binding a printed book, The Poets’ Alphabet. The bookblock was commissioned and published by the Guild in 1992. It is a small book so time won’t be taken up with sewing the bookblock and we can focus on the new techniques. We will also revisiting the flexible slipcase (Level 2) and there will be an introduction to blocking to create the title patch to go on the front cover. All materials are included. Bring your small tools if you wish to.
Course details
Contact Details
info@nswbookbinders.org
To be covered by our insurance policy, please:
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Remember to sign in when you enter the bindery and sign out when you leave.
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Always wear closed-in shoes, NO sandals.
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Only use equipment if you have received instruction from a monitor or teacher.
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Hand-eye coordination and dexterity are necessary for this course as sharp knives are used in the cutting of board and paper.
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You will be shown correct procedure in the use of these tools, but good coordination will assure accurate cutting and prevention of injury.
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The bindery opens at 9 am.
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Tea and coffee is supplied and there will be a lunch break of 30 minutes. It is recommended you bring your lunch, as shops and cafes are a distance away.
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There is a kitchen adjacent to the bindery.
Changing your enrolment:
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you withdraw from a course less than 72 hours prior to the start, you may have a credit. No refund will be offered.
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If you withdraw from a course more than 72 hours prior to the start, you may have a credit or choose to receive a full refund
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If you withdraw after the course begins, you are not entitled to a credit or refund.
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In cases where you are unable to attend due to illness or injury, you may receive a credit