DMPL closed Sunday, March 31

All locations of the Des Moines Public Library will be closed Sunday, March 31 for the Easter holiday.

Book Binding: Long Stitch Binding

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Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
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Program Description

Event Details

Come learn to bind a book using long stitch binding with a heavy paper cover. This binding technique is simple but allows for plenty of variation in style and can be adapted to other materials you might like to use at home. Plus we'll experiment with a few different kinds of paper and talk about how to get the best results even from paper you haven't used before.

three books made with long stitch binding

This program involves awls, needles, and craft knives. Teens and adults only, please! If sharp tools are inaccessible for you but you'd like to attend, contact Nikki at nmrhodes@dmpl.org, who will be able to propose some accommodations.

Space is limited by supplies.

Disclaimer(s)

Indoor Program (2021)

This program is hosted indoors.  Please observe social distancing and follow local COVID-19 safety mandates. Hand sanitizer will be provided and staff will do their best to ensure any shared materials are disinfected between use. This program is subject to COVID-19 safety protocol updates, including room capacity limits. Please check our website for updates.