We have paused our 2nd Saturday classes do to a medical issue and hope to resume sometime in the spring. If you have paid for a class already a refund has been issued. Thank you and hope to see you soon!
Second Saturday is a series of classes exploring simple methods of constructing handmade books and boxes and other paper arts. No experience necessary and students are not required to take all three classes.
Space limited to 6 students and must be 18 and older.
Bring a lunch; we will not have a long break
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Paper Making Sampler **A two-day class
Saturday February 8, 9:30 – 4:30
Sunday February 9, 9:30 - 4:30 • $175
This is a two-day class. Learn the basics of papermaking then experiment with a variety of pulps such as cotton linter, cotton rag, garden plants, abaca, gamp and recycled paper. Try coloring pulp, adding inclusions to the pulp, and making paper with a different color on each side. Come away with a collection of sample papers.
Japanese Books and Box
Saturday, March 8 • 9:30 to 4:30 • $100
In the morning we will construct four books using traditional methods of internal sewing, silk covered corners, and the four traditional stitches. In the afternoon we will make a traditional box to house the four books.
Saturday, March 8 • 9:30 to 4:30 • $100
In the morning we will construct four books using traditional methods of internal sewing, silk covered corners, and the four traditional stitches. In the afternoon we will make a traditional box to house the four books.
Suminagashi and Orizome
Saturday, April 12 • 9:30 - 4:30 • $100
Suminagashi is a Japanese form of marbling that involves dropping ink onto water to create patterns. The patterns often resemble patterns in nature such as tree rings. We will experiment with mixing inks to create our own colors and double printing to create more intricate designs. Orizome is the art of folding paper and dipping it in ink to form patterns on the paper. This is a good companion project to do as both these paper crafts can use the same ink and paper.