Instructor: Nancy Akerly ( artist bio )Venue: Online (Zoom)Day and Date(s): Thursday and Friday, April 10 & 11, 2025Time: Pacific Time, 10 AM to approximately 1:30 PMSkill Level: AllClass Recordings: The class recording will be available for two months following the actual class for registrants only.Class Description: Three-Piece Desk Set: Box Making for All LevelsJoin […]

Instructor: Erin Fletcher (artist bio)Venue: Online (Zoom)Date(s): Tuesdays and Fridays, April 15, 18, 22, 25 Time: Pacific time, 9 AM - 11:30 AMSkill Level: All, with some binding experienceClass Description: In this workshop, students will learn the technique for constructing a Limp Case binding in vellum. With the advent of printing in the 15th century books were […]

Instructor: Erin Fletcher (artist bio)Venue: Online (Zoom)Dates: May 2, 6 & 9, 2025 Time: Pacific Time, 9 AM - 11 AMSkill Level: Some binding and box-making experience helpful Class Description: In contrast to the clamshell box, this style of enclosure has a completely separate lid that slides off the base. In this workshop, students will construct an […]

Instructor: Nancy Akerly ( artist bio )Venue: Online (Zoom)Date: May 8 & 10, 2025Time: 10 AM to approximately 1:30PM, Pacific Time Skill Level: All, some box making experience helpfulClass Description:Create this exquisite roll-up box designed by renowned Dutch Cartonnage artist, Bep VanGasteren. Her unique design combines form and function, the roll up feature making it […]

Instructor: Pietro Accardi (artist bio)Venue: Online (Zoom)Dates: Monday & Tuesday, May 12 & 13, 2025 Time: Pacific Time, 11 AM - 2 PMSkill Level: Some box making experience helpful Class Description: The secretary box features one large bottom drawer, two recessed diagonal drawers, and three niches within a hatch top opening. The box is entirely covered with […]

Instructor: Pietro Accardi ( artist bio )Venue: Online (Zoom)Date(s): Mondays, June 9, 16, 23, 30, 2025Time: Pacific Time, 11 AM - 1 PMSkill Level: Registrants need the introduction to or previous experience with paper marbling Class Description: New and more complex patterns will be demonstrated. With the instructor's guidance, students can work on classic patterns with […]

Instructor: Suzanne Glémot ( artist bio )Venue: Online (Zoom)Date: June 21, 2025Time: Pacific Time, 9 AM - 1:30 PM, including a 30-minute break; classroom doors open at 8:50 AMSkill Level: ALL Class Description:The four-flap wrapper is a staple of book preservation practices. It offers protection to worn and damaged books using few materials at a […]

Instructor: Erin Fletcher (artist bio)Venue: Online (Zoom)Dates: Monday, June 23 & Wednesday 25, 2025 Time: Pacific Time, 9 AM - 10 AMSkill Level: AllClass Description: Learn how to make a punching cradle that collapses into three pieces and can be stored flat. A punching cradle enables you to punch right through the center of the signature […]

Instructor: Pietro Accardi ( artist bio )Venue: Online (Zoom)Date(s): Monday and Tuesday, July 7 & 8, 2025Time: Pacific Time, 11 AM - 1 PMSkill Level: Need to have taken Introduction to Paper Marbling or possess previous knowledge of paper marbling Class Description: In these two sessions you’ll learn all the little secrets to successfully choose and […]

Instructor: Erin Fletcher ( artist bio )Venue: Online (Zoom)Date: July 18, 22, 25, 29 + 2 pre-recorded sessionsTime: 9:00 AM – approximately 11:00 AM Pacific Time—(Some sessions may be shorter or longerthan 2 hours)Skill Level: IntermediateClass Description:The Millimeter Binding came about during World War I when leather became a scarce resource for binders. Still wanting […]

Instructor: Pietro AccardiVenue: Online (Zoom)Date(s): Monday and Tuesday, August 18 & 19, 2025Time: Pacific Time, 11 AM - 1 PMSkill Level: Need to have taken Introduction to Paper Marbling or possess previous knowledge of paper marbling Class Description: In these two sessions you’ll learn all the little secrets to successfully choose and prepare fabric to be […]

Instructor: Erin Fletcher ( artist bio )Venue: Online (Zoom)Date: September 2, 4, 9, 11Time: 9:00AM – 11:30 AM, Pacific TimeSkill Level: Some binding experience helpfulClass Description:This workshop will explore the Secret Belgian structure and ways to modify it.The binding is simple and easy to construct; it opens flat and is perfect for thinner text blocks.During […]