Hugo Peller’s Pop Up Book Box

Instructor: Nancy Akerly ( artist bio )

Venue: Online (Zoom)

Dates: Monday & Thursday—August 11 & 14 of 2025

Time: PT, 10 AM – approximately 1:30 PM, including breaks

Skill Level: Some book and box making experience helpful  

Class Description:
Unlock the secrets of creating Hugo Peller’s clever Pop-Up Box, a remarkable design that was created by Swiss bookbinder Hugo Peller mid 20th century. This unique box houses a small book which pops up magically when the box is opened. You will learn step-by-step techniques to construct your own variation of Hugo Peller’s box as well as the small book which fits snugly into the box. Combining bookboard, bookcloth, waxed linen thread and ribbon you will learn advanced as well as basic Cartonnage and bookbinding skillls to create this beautiful piece. A challenge for both beginning box makers and bookbinders, you will create a unique piece of art.

Class Kits: Class materials kits will be sent by the instructor. Shipping and kit costs of $70 are included in the class price.*

Tools & Supplies: Lists will be included in SDBA’s timely Welcome Letter or within teacher PDFs.

Class Recordings: Recordings will be available for two months following the last class in this series, for registered students only.

Class Fees:
Early Enrollment Program (EEP): $264
Member: $330
Non-member: $405

Early Enrollment Program (EEP) is a member only, non-refundable discount. Join SDBA at checkout for reduced class fees.

*International Shipping Note: We adore our worldwide community of book artists! Please, we ask for your awareness that increased costs for International Shipping must be covered by the registrant and paid directly to SDBA. Each individual will be notified of the extra amounts due.

EEP Deadline: June 30, 2025
Registration Deadline: July 21, 2025