Coptic Books with 3D Printed Covers:

Coptic books are a fan favorite for their exposed spine that can lay completely flat when opened. This class is a great introduction to sewing signatures with one and two needles, and will expose you to the endless possibilities with 3D-printed covers. We’ll use pre-made 3D-printed covers that can make interesting shapes a breeze. No experience necessary. Covers and colors may vary.

​​​​​​​​This workshop will take place online via Zoom. Students may choose to follow along with the instructor in real time, or simply observe and download the recording for future reference.

*This workshop requires a kit that will be mailed to registered students. If you wish to follow along in real-time, please register by Thursday, October 1st to receive the kit before the workshop begins.​

Level: This class is appropriate for adult students at all skill levels.
Dates & Times: 2 Thursday evenings, October 8th & 15th, 6-9pm CT
Registration ends: Thursday, October 1st at 5pm
Max. no of students: 8
Instructor: Adrianne O’Donnell
Cost: $150 tuition & $20 materials + $15 postage fee

Members receive a 10% discount off the cost of the workshop, among other benefits.
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supply list

In addition to a tablet or computer with a reliable Internet connection and a well-lit space in which to work, students will need to provide the following:
[1] Sharp pencil with eraser
[2] Metal ruler or straight edge, 12” minimum length
[3] Self-healing cutting mat or several layers of cardboard to protect table surface
[4] Bookbinders awl (or a large needle stuck in a cork).
[5] Bone folder for scoring and creasing. (The back of a spoon may be used for creasing, and a butter knife may be used for scoring).
[6] Scalpel or x-acto knife

ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• Early registration is encouraged.
• This workshop is designed for adults. Older teenagers, age 16-17, may also register. For information on resources for younger children, please click here.
• At this time, we are only mailing kits to the continental US. A detailed list of materials in the kit can be emailed to a registered student living outside the continental US, prior to the workshop.
• Registered students will receive a link to the Zoom meeting prior to the workshop start date. 
• Zoom meetings for this workshop will be recorded. Students will have private access to the recordings for 90 days.​

ABOUT YOUR INSTRUCTOR

Adrianne O’Donnell came by bookbinding while volunteering in the Book Conservation Lab at the University of Texas during her undergrad. She is a member of the Houston Book Arts Group and Guild of Book Workers. She most recently taught bookbinding classes at The Printing Museum where she was also the Educations Program Manager.