Happy New Year! Spring 2019 Classes at Two Hands Paperie

Come for the album that has room for extra photos,

stay for the metal eyelets finally making a class appearance.

The Archival Photo Book combines my love for conservation materials with a physical structure that accommodates adding printed photos. Concertinas, eyelets, stab binding... oh yeah!!

January 26, 2019

10:30 - 4:30

Class link here:

http://twohandspaperie.com/archival-photo-book-class-jan-26/

Cool, clear, lasercut acrylic and amazing color combinations

of your choosing, are the ingredients for this class.

Ancient binding techniques + contemporary materials... oh yeah!!

April 6, 2019

10:30 - 4:30

Class link here:

http://twohandspaperie.com/acrylic-book-class-april-6/

Two Hands is offering an amazing lineup, as usual: book arts, drawing & printing, hand lettering & calligraphy, mixed media, paper arts, and writing & visual journaling... oh yeah!!

Check out the entire spring class schedule here:
http://twohandspaperie.com/classes/

Class recap - Summer + Fall 2018

Here are just a couple photos from some summer and fall classes - Stab Binding Variations and Archival Photo Book. Maybe my very favorite thing will class participants is the variety of color combos, patterns, and creative choices everybody makes.

I LOVE teaching classes!

Stab Binding - Geometric Variations 

July 14, 2018 class photo

Archival Photo Book

September 8, 2018 class photo

Sneak Peek - Archival Photo Album Class

Online registration is not available just yet but I thought I'd give you a hint... my NEW class is scheduled for September 8, 2018.

This project was inspired by requests from photographers for a good binding method for adding photos to, later. Folded paper concertinas provide space between the pages necessary to accommodate added material to the book. I'm also granting numerous requests by using those eyelet/grommets I love so much in a class project, finally. Giving the people what they want! 😄

All fall classes will be posted on the Two Hands Paperie website shortly. Check there, and/or sign up for the Two Hands mailing list to be in the know. 

Summer 2018 Classes!

Just scheduled two classes for summer!

Starburst Stitch - June 9

and

Stab Binding: Geometric Variations - July 14

Full Summer Two Hands class schedule of offerings here:

http://twohandspaperie.com/classes/

January & February Classes at Two Hands Paperie

Two new classes to ring in 2018!

STAB BINDING - GEOMETRIC VARIATIONS

January 27

My previous stab variations class has been wildly popular, so I cooked up some new stitch patterns based on the beauty of geometric design.

Class link: http://twohandspaperie.com/stab-binding-geometric-variations-new-class-jan-27/

DO-SI-DO BOOK - TWO IN ONE

February 24

This structure is neat because you can have two journals going at the same time. It is also a fun and challenging way to consider the front, back, and side to side of the book as you make it.

Inside, outside, do-si-do!

*There will be no square dancing in this class*

Class link: http://twohandspaperie.com/do-si-do-book-two-in-one-new-class-feb-24/

Full class list of amazing classes running all spring long at Two Hands Paperie

http://twohandspaperie.com/classes/

Fall 2017 Classes at Two Hands Paperie

Here's a brand new class I'm really excited about.

Ingredients include cool, clear, lasercut acrylic and stunning color and pattern combinations of your choosing. If you enjoy alternative materials paired with traditional techniques - this class is for you!

http://twohandspaperie.com/acrylic-book-class-new-oct-7/

In related news, the "Japanese Stab Binding - Four Ways" class sold out in record time again! I will continue to give what the people want, so keep and eye out for a repeat of this one in the future...

The entire amazing lineup of classes can be found at: 

http://twohandspaperie.com/classes/

Bookarts - Writing & Calligraphy - Drawing & Printing - Encaustic Painting

Mixed Media - Paper Arts - and Visual Journaling awaits YOU!!!!

Action!

Shot this little video whilst tearing down a sheet of Mohawk Superfine paper.

More like Mohawk SUPERFAST! 😆

Spring Class Recaps

Just thought I'd break radio silence and add a few photos from last spring's classes. The fall schedule is aaalmost ready to post - so check back soon. Hint: there is something brand NEW to look forward to!.. 

Class time and student work from the "Lap Link Binding" class offered at Two Hands Paperie last February.

The inaugural "Japanese Stab Binding - 4 Ways" - student work and work in progress at Two Hands last March. Excited to repeat this one in the fall!

Back Again! Lap Link Binding Class - Feb 18, 2017

Back by popular demand, my Lap Link Binding Class is being offered again at
Two Hands Paperie on February 18th! 

This class features exposed-spine stitching over ribbon support tapes - strength and beauty all in one!

Perhaps you'd like to spend one of your long-weekend days learning something new?

Get more info on this class, and register here:

http://twohandspaperie.com/lap-link-binding-class-feb-18/

Two Hands' entire Spring lineup here: http://twohandspaperie.com/classes/

SOLD OUT! Japanese Stab Binding - 4 Ways

This class sold out before I even had a chance to post about it, WOW! I thought I'd share some photos of the sample books, and behind-the-scenes development.

Designing these stitch patterns is a stretch for my brain, and I really enjoyed coming up with 4 botanical theme bindings for this class.

I am sure this class will be offered again in the future, so stay tuned!