Wooden Coptic Books

Wooden Coptic Books

Developed as early as the fourth century, this Ethiopian binding style has withstood the test of time. The elegant sewing structure, combined with wooden covers, opens a wide range of possibilities for both the beginner and the advanced bookbinder. Using simple hand tools, participants will drill, shape, and smooth book covers. Finishing includes sealing wooden covers with milk paint and a coating of wax as well as adding a leather closure.

SCHEDULED PRIVATE WORKSHOP:

WOODEN COPTIC BOOK

November 28-30, 2015
3-day workshop
Bookstone Bungalow & Studio
Asheville, NC

$175 per day
Classes are limited to 2-4 students.

For more details, visit Scheduled Private Workshops.

To sign up for this workshop please contact our workshop manager, Alex McClay, at mica@danielessig.com

OTHER WORKSHOPS (available by request)

WOODEN COVERS, MICA PAGES, 3-5 day workshop
This is the WOODEN COPTIC WORKSHOP with the addition of mica pages.

WOODEN BOOK: GREEK & CENTIPEDE BINDING 3-5 day workshop
Painted-paper technique is featured in this class.

WOODEN BOOK: BACK TO BACK, 3-5 day workshop
Two books that share a central cover.

PAINTED PAPYRUS, 3-5 day workshop
Features most of the techniques of WOODEN COPTIC BOOK, but few tools are need because papyrus is used instead of wood.

WOODEN BOOK: ITALY, 3-5 day workshop
WOODEN BOOK WORKSHOP that features a hardwood local to setting, in this case olive wood.

ETHIOPIAN APPALACHIAN, 1-3 day workshop
WOODEN BOOK WORKSHOP without painting, windows, or endbands.
Utilizes hardwoods that are selectively and respectfully harvested from the mountains near Asheville.

PAPYRUS BOOK, 1-3 days
Also taught using Cave Handmade Paper, mica, or cloth.

For more details, visit Custom Private Workshops.