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Bookbinding: Japanese Stab Binding

Come and bind your own book at Common Press! In this 3 hour workshop, you will learn the stab-stitch binding, called Yotsume Toji in Japan.

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November 25, 2024, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
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Seminar Room, Fisher Fine Arts Library, Level B
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Open to Penn Students, Faculty, and Staff
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Hosted by: Common Press

A book is wrapped by some tape with a cutting board and a pair of scissors next to it

This binding method from the 15th century has a decorative paper cover and an elaborate sewing pattern along the spine. Use it as a notebook or sketchbook, a gift, or a model for additional handmade books.

All supplies provided freely.

No prior bookbinding experience necessary; all types welcome!

Instructor Jessica Peterson is director of Common Press.

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