An off-boards binding is a structure that is frequently used in design bindings and allows the boards to be worked on and decorated before being secured to the book. In this two-day workshop we shall introduce the refinements and tips used to make this structure suitable for competition-level books. We will start by pulling an old Folio Society book (supplied) to work on. After adding new endpapers, we will hand-sew coloured endbands (using a simplified method) and line the spine, adding a three-quarter hollow. We will prepare and secure inner boards and add a leather spine, forming neat end caps. We will then create our two outer boards covering with cloth or decorative paper and secure to the book. Finally, we will fill-in the inside covers and secure the paste-downs.
Workshop fee £60, plus £35 for materials which includes a suitable Folio Society book and pre-thinned leather. Decorative materials for the board covering will be provided, but if you wish to bring your own decorative cloth or paper for the boards, you are welcome to do so.
Standard tools list plus: finishing press, medium hammer, paste, extra needle (ie 2) for endbanding.
DETAILS
Date: 10-11 May 2025
Time: 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
Cost: £95
