{"product_id":"workshop-book-binding-coptic-sketchbooks","title":"Workshop - Book Binding: Coptic Sketchbooks","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate: Sunday, October 18, 2026 - 11-2 pm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 Hours\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ember Muninn\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e THIS Gallery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLearn how to make your own lay-flat sketchbooks using one of the world’s oldest binding methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn this 4 hour workshops, students will learn how to: test for paper grain and transform large sheets of paper into signatures, create hard covers with book cloth and decorative paper, and sew a sketchbook using the signature Coptic stitch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis workshops is perfect for artists who want to learn how to make their own completely custom sketchbooks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAll tools and materials are provided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools and materials supplied:\u003c\/strong\u003e paper, end papers, book board, book cloth, PVA glue, binding thread, metal ruler, cutting mat, craft knife, bone folder, glue brush, curved needle, tear bar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eParticipants are not required to bring anything, although they are welcome to bring any decorative paper they may wish to work with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINSTRUCTOR BIO\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eEmber Muninn is best known for their exploration of the imaginal realms through large-scale abstract acrylic paintings and artist’s books that invite viewers to step through to another dimension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eEmber received a BFA from Emily Carr University of Art and Design in 2011, with a focus on Printmaking and Book Arts. They have exhibited in galleries across BC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn addition to their personal practice, Ember has developed and taught bookmaking workshops for over ten years. They are passionate about inspiring the next generation of bookmakers and keeping this ancient human tradition alive.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ember Muninn","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47512660017301,"sku":null,"price":80.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0454\/1956\/1109\/files\/EM2025-BOOKS-COPTIC-SPINE-2b660882b61616d33fec7f6465fda9b3.jpg?v=1782868453","url":"https:\/\/thethisgallery.com\/products\/workshop-book-binding-coptic-sketchbooks","provider":"THIS GALLERY","version":"1.0","type":"link"}