Paper repair clinic
Suitable for all levels but some bookbinding experience is an advantage.
Course description
Tutor: Nicholas Beckett Date: 7th June 2025 Time: 9.30am – 4.00pm This course is an introduction to conservation paper repair with an emphasis on how easy it is to set up in your own home with very little equipment. Applies not just to repair in books but paper repair generally. A variety of techniques of simple paper repair will be demonstrated. Starting from a conservation perspective we will mostly be using wheat starch paste and Japanese repair tissue, which will be supplied. You will learn how to make remoistenable repair tissue, which can be used for almost invisible repairs and is great for long term storage. Two wheat starch paste making techniques will be demonstrated and when and how to use them. Tips on basic flat paper repair and folded paper (such as maps in books) will be taught so you can apply the best method for your items. The course will be flexible and will be tailored around what the workshop participants bring in for repair. All materials are supplied and included in the workshop fee, but the course is designed to teach techniques of paper repair so bring your own torn and damaged paper items to work on. All techniques will be reversible so feel free to bring in anything you want to repair. Bring your usual tools but spare tools are available at the bindery.
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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Also:
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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.
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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