The sensual world of bookbinding

This course teaches the technical structure of a book and introduces the necessary materials. For your book (e.g. sketchbook, notebook or diary, approx. A5 format), which you make individually, you fold the sheets with the folding bone, stitch the layers into a book block using traditional thread stitching and then cover the hard cover with a self-designed cover paper (e.g. as crease, paste or filler paper). You will also have the opportunity to decorate your book with small accessories such as the headband and a ribbon marker, pen holder, pocket etc. Material costs of €30 will be settled on site with the course instructor.

Course instructor: Natterer, Susanne. Susanne Natterer is a self-employed master bookbinder specializing in binding restoration, repairs, one-off and custom-made products. She teaches at various technical colleges.