Mechanical Spine Binding with Your Own Paste Paper

Learn how to make your own paste paper and use it to create a non-adhesive binding with a mechanical spine in this two-session virtual workshop! Students will learn how to prepare paste for paste paper and how to create unique patterns and textures on the paper. Then, students will learn to sew a book using coptic stitch, construct the spine, and "adhere it" to the sewn book.  This lay flat structure is a great option for personalized sketchbooks and journals. No prior experience necessary.