Simple Printing Techniques
Printmaking is immensely satisfying and great fun to do. This will be an introduction to basic printing techniques that don’t require a press.
We will cut our own rubber stamps from easily available materials and use these to create repeat motifs which–printed onto painted papers-–are particularly suitable for the endpapers and cover papers used in bookbinding (and the stamps will be re-usable at home).
We will also experiment with monoprinting–single prints made directly from the inked plate–and simple relief prints. For those who haven’t done so before, there will the option to learn to make a soft cover pamphlet stitch book.
No experience is necessary. Please note that all the inks used are solvent free.
Sunday 17th April 10am-4.30pm (rescheduled workshop) £48 including materials and refreshments
Tuesday 5 April 2011
Friday 8 October 2010
Chinese Pocket Booklets
These beautiful and ingenious booklets are made by the needlewomen of the Miao, Dong and Yi tribes of Southwest China and used to keep their thread, braids and patterns in. They make wonderful gifts -folded containers for small photos, keepsakes and mementos. The project book ‘Folded Secrets’ by Ruth Smith will be available to purchase.
Sunday 7th November 10am-4.30pm £48
Simple Stitched Books
This is an introduction to the basic techniques of making stitched books. We will start by painting our own paper and will then explore soft cover pamphlet stitch books and Japanese stab bindings.
Sunday 14th November10am-4.30pm £48
Photo Display Book
This is both a folded album and a freestanding frame for special photos. In this afternoon workshop we will make a hardcover, concertina book to display a group of 4 or 6 photos or postcards. Finished with decorative papers and ribbon closures, these make lovely personal gifts for family and friends.
Sunday 21st November 2-5pm £24
Simple Printing Techniques
Making stamps from a variety of easily available materials and then employing these to create repeat motifs that are particularly suitable for the endpapers and cover papers used in bookbinding. We will combine prints with painted papers to make a soft cover pamphlet stitch book.
Saturday 19th February 10am-4.30pm £48
Introduction to Case Binding
Learn to make a hardcover stitched A5 notebook or sketchbook with a decorative paper and bookcloth cover. Combine this with the Saturday workshop and you can use your own hand printed paper for cover and endpapers for a truly unique book!
Sunday 20th February 10am-4.30pm £48
Exploring Folded Books
Concertina, accordion, flutter and tassel books are all formed using folding techniques. We will experiment with these structures making a number of small books as well as an ‘everlasting’ hard cover for concertina folded pages –making use of a beautiful range of papers and trimmings.
Sunday 27th March 10am-4.30pm £48
Batik for Books
Batik paper makes a lovely, hardwearing and unusual covering for books. We will use melted wax and water based paints to design some gorgeous paper, make a batik book cover and look at other book structures batik papers can be used with.
Saturday 2nd April 10am-4.30pm £48
Coptic Binding
The original western form of bookbinding originated from a North African early Christian sect –the Copts. This is a very beautiful stitched multi section binding which leaves an exposed spine. We will create a contemporary book design employing this ancient technique, using coloured pages visible across the spine.
Sunday 3rd April 10am-4.30pm £48
Longstitch Binding
Longstitch binding or ‘tacket’ binding, dates from the 2nd century A.D. These are multisection bindings where the cover and pages are sewn simultaneously and the exposed stitching is a focal point of the spine. We will use sturdy cover papers and play with ribbons, embroidery threads and beads for the stitching.
Sunday 8th May 10am-4.30pm £48
Unique Books Intensive
A great opportunity to spend three days immersed in making books. We will start with a range of techniques for decorating paper –which you can then use in several different book structures or to make one special book. Examples of unique books for inspiration, a wide range of materials, the well-equipped studio and Kirsty’s skills and experience will all be available to help you realise your project.
Monday 4th-Wednesday 6th July 2009 10am-4.30pm £144
Further information.
All classes are held in Kirsty’s well-equipped studio at WASPS in Stockbridge, Participants are limited to six, so that plenty of individual attention can be given. The cost covers all materials including a high quality range of handmade and decorative papers and trimmings, as well as refreshments. There are plenty of places to eat near to the studio or you are welcome to bring a packed lunch. If you have materials you would like to use –do bring them. If you have any queries or wish to discuss the accessibility of these classes please don’t hesitate to give me a ring.
To Book
Please book by sending your name, email, address and tel. no. and a deposit of £15 per day or the full amount to:
Kirsty O'Connor, WASPS Studios, Patriothall, off Hamilton Place, Edinburgh EH3 5AY
email: kirstyoconnor@phonecoop.coop
www.kirstyoconnorhandmadebooks.blogspot.com
These beautiful and ingenious booklets are made by the needlewomen of the Miao, Dong and Yi tribes of Southwest China and used to keep their thread, braids and patterns in. They make wonderful gifts -folded containers for small photos, keepsakes and mementos. The project book ‘Folded Secrets’ by Ruth Smith will be available to purchase.
Sunday 7th November 10am-4.30pm £48
Simple Stitched Books
This is an introduction to the basic techniques of making stitched books. We will start by painting our own paper and will then explore soft cover pamphlet stitch books and Japanese stab bindings.
Sunday 14th November10am-4.30pm £48
Photo Display Book
This is both a folded album and a freestanding frame for special photos. In this afternoon workshop we will make a hardcover, concertina book to display a group of 4 or 6 photos or postcards. Finished with decorative papers and ribbon closures, these make lovely personal gifts for family and friends.
Sunday 21st November 2-5pm £24
Simple Printing Techniques
Making stamps from a variety of easily available materials and then employing these to create repeat motifs that are particularly suitable for the endpapers and cover papers used in bookbinding. We will combine prints with painted papers to make a soft cover pamphlet stitch book.
Saturday 19th February 10am-4.30pm £48
Introduction to Case Binding
Learn to make a hardcover stitched A5 notebook or sketchbook with a decorative paper and bookcloth cover. Combine this with the Saturday workshop and you can use your own hand printed paper for cover and endpapers for a truly unique book!
Sunday 20th February 10am-4.30pm £48
Exploring Folded Books
Concertina, accordion, flutter and tassel books are all formed using folding techniques. We will experiment with these structures making a number of small books as well as an ‘everlasting’ hard cover for concertina folded pages –making use of a beautiful range of papers and trimmings.
Sunday 27th March 10am-4.30pm £48
Batik for Books
Batik paper makes a lovely, hardwearing and unusual covering for books. We will use melted wax and water based paints to design some gorgeous paper, make a batik book cover and look at other book structures batik papers can be used with.
Saturday 2nd April 10am-4.30pm £48
Coptic Binding
The original western form of bookbinding originated from a North African early Christian sect –the Copts. This is a very beautiful stitched multi section binding which leaves an exposed spine. We will create a contemporary book design employing this ancient technique, using coloured pages visible across the spine.
Sunday 3rd April 10am-4.30pm £48
Longstitch Binding
Longstitch binding or ‘tacket’ binding, dates from the 2nd century A.D. These are multisection bindings where the cover and pages are sewn simultaneously and the exposed stitching is a focal point of the spine. We will use sturdy cover papers and play with ribbons, embroidery threads and beads for the stitching.
Sunday 8th May 10am-4.30pm £48
Unique Books Intensive
A great opportunity to spend three days immersed in making books. We will start with a range of techniques for decorating paper –which you can then use in several different book structures or to make one special book. Examples of unique books for inspiration, a wide range of materials, the well-equipped studio and Kirsty’s skills and experience will all be available to help you realise your project.
Monday 4th-Wednesday 6th July 2009 10am-4.30pm £144
Further information.
All classes are held in Kirsty’s well-equipped studio at WASPS in Stockbridge, Participants are limited to six, so that plenty of individual attention can be given. The cost covers all materials including a high quality range of handmade and decorative papers and trimmings, as well as refreshments. There are plenty of places to eat near to the studio or you are welcome to bring a packed lunch. If you have materials you would like to use –do bring them. If you have any queries or wish to discuss the accessibility of these classes please don’t hesitate to give me a ring.
To Book
Please book by sending your name, email, address and tel. no. and a deposit of £15 per day or the full amount to:
Kirsty O'Connor, WASPS Studios, Patriothall, off Hamilton Place, Edinburgh EH3 5AY
email: kirstyoconnor@phonecoop.coop
www.kirstyoconnorhandmadebooks.blogspot.com
Tuesday 8 September 2009
Chnese Pocket Booklets Workshop
These ingenious booklets are made by the needlewomen of the Miao, Dong and Yi tribes of
Sunday 11th October 2009 10am-4.30pm £48
Kirsty O'Connor
works with clay and paper –making voluptuous pots and unique books, as well as having extensive experience of other creative media.
All classes are held in her well equipped studio at Patriothall WASPS in Stockbridge, Edinburgh. Cost includes a high quality range of materials -handmade and decorative papers and trimmings- and refreshments.
For further information or to book telephone: 0131 659 5408
or email: kirstyoconnor@phonecoop.coop
Tuesday 31 March 2009
Bookmaking Workshops Spring & Summer Programme 2009
Unique handmade books are a wonderfully accessible art form somewhere between conventional books and paper sculpture, they usually have pages but may not always be made of paper. They can be used for exploring or containing many ideas and forms of creative expression but can also be simply beautiful in themselves -empty and full of possibility. Unique books draw on a range of art and craft disciplines in their making - painting, drawing, stitching, paper folding/construction, calligraphy and graphic design but basic structures are easily learned, introducing one to endless possibilities. Handmade books make uniquely personal gifts and can be used for memories or journeys or to honour a special person or occasion.
Decorating Papers
This will be a fun day exploring all manner of methods of decorating paper! These will be suitable for creating handmade books and for other paper crafts like card making. We will try lots of different painting techniques, make paste papers and create our own simple rubber stamps. Come prepared for an inspiring and messy day resulting in lots of unique papers to use in your projects.
Saturday May 23rd 10am-4.30pm £48
Japanese Stitched Books
The Japanese Stab Binding technique uses exposed stitches around the spine to bind single pages together, which makes it very suitable for binding series of prints or pages of poems. In this workshop we will use different traditional stitching patterns to make several soft cover books and a small hardcover album., using a variety of beautiful papers. A wide range of threads and embellishments for stitching will be available to use.
Sunday May 24th 10am-4.30pm £48
These two separate day workshops ‘Decorating Paper’ and ‘Japanese Stitched Books’ can be taken together –with a discount- for an inspiring weekend of making Japanese books from your own range of decorated papers. Cost £88
Make a Hardback Notebook in a Day
This will be an introduction to case binding where you will learn to make a hardcover single section stitched A5 notebook or sketchbook. It will have your unique combination of hand painted and/or decorative papers for the cover and endpapers, cartridge paper pages and a bookcloth spine, finished with ribbon ties.
Sunday, June 28th 10am-4.30pm £48
Unique Books Summer School
A wonderful opportunity to spend five days wholly devoted to making books. Whether you want to spend the time making one special book or you want to explore lots of different book structures using a variety of materials -- is up to you. You could focus on making a unique book to celebrate a special person, time or occasion –birth, marriage, anniversary, memory, travel or period in your own life by gathering keepsakes, photos, mementos and writing and putting them together in your own handmade book.
Instructions on several different methods of constructing books will be offered so that you can select the one most appropriate for your project -or you could try them all!
We will start with a day of playing with paper, paint, paste, simple printing and stamping techniques to create a range of decorated papers. We will look at different ways of handling text and incorporating images, photos and mementos. Examples of unique books will be there to inspire you and a wide range of beautiful materials and all the resources of Kirsty’s well equipped studio, as well as her expertise and encouragement, will be available to you.
Monday 13th July to Friday 20th July 2009 10am-4.30pm daily. £220
Everything You Need to Know
Kirsty's intensive workshops are suitable for beginners and experienced makers alike. They often start with a fun session of painting papers, which are used to make uniquely self-expressive books. Kirsty is a patient and inspiring teacher and the small class size –a maximum of six- means that every participant gets plenty of individual attention. The cost covers all materials including a high quality range of handmade and decorative papers and trimmings, as well as refreshments including cake! The workshops take place in the creative atmosphere of Kirsty's well-equipped studio at Patriothall WASPS in Stockbridge. There are plenty of places to eat near to the studio or bring a packed lunch.
If you have papers or materials you would like to use please bring them.
Please note the earlier start of 10am -hence a slight price increase.
To book please contact Kirsty tel: 0131 659 5408 or email: kirstyoconnor@phonecoop.coop
Decorating Papers
This will be a fun day exploring all manner of methods of decorating paper! These will be suitable for creating handmade books and for other paper crafts like card making. We will try lots of different painting techniques, make paste papers and create our own simple rubber stamps. Come prepared for an inspiring and messy day resulting in lots of unique papers to use in your projects.
Saturday May 23rd 10am-4.30pm £48
Japanese Stitched Books
The Japanese Stab Binding technique uses exposed stitches around the spine to bind single pages together, which makes it very suitable for binding series of prints or pages of poems. In this workshop we will use different traditional stitching patterns to make several soft cover books and a small hardcover album., using a variety of beautiful papers. A wide range of threads and embellishments for stitching will be available to use.
Sunday May 24th 10am-4.30pm £48
These two separate day workshops ‘Decorating Paper’ and ‘Japanese Stitched Books’ can be taken together –with a discount- for an inspiring weekend of making Japanese books from your own range of decorated papers. Cost £88
Make a Hardback Notebook in a Day
This will be an introduction to case binding where you will learn to make a hardcover single section stitched A5 notebook or sketchbook. It will have your unique combination of hand painted and/or decorative papers for the cover and endpapers, cartridge paper pages and a bookcloth spine, finished with ribbon ties.
Sunday, June 28th 10am-4.30pm £48
Unique Books Summer School
A wonderful opportunity to spend five days wholly devoted to making books. Whether you want to spend the time making one special book or you want to explore lots of different book structures using a variety of materials -- is up to you. You could focus on making a unique book to celebrate a special person, time or occasion –birth, marriage, anniversary, memory, travel or period in your own life by gathering keepsakes, photos, mementos and writing and putting them together in your own handmade book.
Instructions on several different methods of constructing books will be offered so that you can select the one most appropriate for your project -or you could try them all!
We will start with a day of playing with paper, paint, paste, simple printing and stamping techniques to create a range of decorated papers. We will look at different ways of handling text and incorporating images, photos and mementos. Examples of unique books will be there to inspire you and a wide range of beautiful materials and all the resources of Kirsty’s well equipped studio, as well as her expertise and encouragement, will be available to you.
Monday 13th July to Friday 20th July 2009 10am-4.30pm daily. £220
Everything You Need to Know
Kirsty's intensive workshops are suitable for beginners and experienced makers alike. They often start with a fun session of painting papers, which are used to make uniquely self-expressive books. Kirsty is a patient and inspiring teacher and the small class size –a maximum of six- means that every participant gets plenty of individual attention. The cost covers all materials including a high quality range of handmade and decorative papers and trimmings, as well as refreshments including cake! The workshops take place in the creative atmosphere of Kirsty's well-equipped studio at Patriothall WASPS in Stockbridge. There are plenty of places to eat near to the studio or bring a packed lunch.
If you have papers or materials you would like to use please bring them.
Please note the earlier start of 10am -hence a slight price increase.
To book please contact Kirsty tel: 0131 659 5408 or email: kirstyoconnor@phonecoop.coop
Friday 6 March 2009
Up coming classes
Books for PoemsSaturday 28th and Sunday 29th March 10.30am-4.30pm
On this weekend workshop we will start by decorating papers to use in creating a book for a favourite poem or piece of writing – maybe your own. Different methods of constructing books will be demonstrated so that you can select the one most appropriate for your project, whether a one-off or designing a multiple. Suggestions and equipment for ways of handling text will be offered, including use of computer and printer, hand-lettering tools and simple printing techniques. Student numbers are limited to six, assuring plenty of individual attention – hence early booking recommended.
Cost: £85 – this includes a high quality range of handmade and decorative papers and trimmings- and refreshments including cake!
Venue: Kirsty’s well equipped studio at WASPS, Patriothall, Stockbridge, Edinburgh EH3 5AY
Contact Kirsty on 0131 659 5408 or email kirstyoconnor@phonecoop.coop to book a place.
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