Books – Fall One-Week Session
September 19-25, 2021

Sarah Bryant
Exploring Long- and Link-Stitch

Long- and link-stitch bindings are structures grounded in the traditional bookbinding practices of Italy and Germany. They remain favorites among hand bookbinders today for their flexibility, durability, and the opportunities they offer for innovative pattern-making and design along the spine. In this workshop students will learn three traditional long/link-stitch bindings and then spend the rest of the week experimenting with alternate sewing and covering techniques. We’ll delve into a number of materials for the covers and spine pieces, including leather, handmade paper, wood, and nontraditional materials. All levels.

Assistant professor at University of Alabama; other teaching: Wells College (NY), University of Georgia Cortona Italy Program, West Dean College (UK); collections: Library of Congress (DC), New York Public Library, Yale Arts Library, Thomas J. Watson Library at the Metropolitan Museum of Art (NYC).

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NOTE: Participation in fall workshops will require proof of full COVID-19 vaccination.
Most campus activities will return to normal operating procedures.