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SUMMARY:Welcome to Book Arts
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Bookbinding & Letterpress Materials\, Tools & Techniques \nThis free\, hands-on class provides an introduction to letterpress basics and bookbinding. Participants will learn about locking up a form on the press bed\, inking the press and “pressure” considerations in order to then pull several prints. Other aspects of letterpress printing will be reviewed\, such as metal and wood type\, how type drawers are organized\, and setting type and spacing material in a composition stick. The bookbinding portion of the class covers paper grain\, folding\, scoring\, and how to use a bone folder\, utility knife and awl. Participants will bring home a simple pamphlet-stitched booklet of their making as well as several single-sheet zine models. All tools and materials will be provided. \nVBA is committed to the accessibility of this historic resource and offers this workshop for free. However\, registration is required. Registration is a commitment to attend the class so that the instructor can prepare the necessary materials. We will send out a reminder before the class date. Please note that we often have a waiting list for this class so it is important to let us know if you need to cancel! \nInstructor: Lyall Harris \nFree\, registration required. \n 
URL:https://vabookarts.org/current-classes/welcome-to-book-arts-2/
LOCATION:Virginia Book Arts\, 600 East Water St.\, Suite F\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22902\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T120000
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SUMMARY:Japanese stab binding: an exploration
DESCRIPTION:Ever been curious about how to create those lovely Japanese stab bindings? Take this class and you will learn two distinct patterns\, and take home  two beautiful books you have sewn yourself! And of course you may keep the instructions for further use. \nAll tools\, paper and sewing thread will be provided and make each binding uniquely yours. Feel free to bring your own Japanese cover paper\, often made of strong but soft mulberry fibers. Open to all. No prior bookbinding experience required. \nInstructor: Yolanda Merrill \nThis workshop is part of the VBA Second Saturday Workshop Series. \n  
URL:https://vabookarts.org/current-classes/japanese-stab-binding-an-exploration/
LOCATION:Virginia Book Arts\, 600 East Water St.\, Suite F\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Second Saturday Workshop Series
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T140000
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SUMMARY:Letterpress Review Workshop No 4
DESCRIPTION:Have you taken multiple letterpress classes and printed with assistance on the Vandercook in the past\, but don’t quite have the experience and confidence to print on your own? I’m here to help! \nThis is one of at least 4 workshops on the Manual Universal Vandercook letterpress so that you gain experience toward using the press unsupervised and help others with basic print runs. \nWe will be reviewing press safety\, parts and mechanism of the Vandercook\, good press habits\, inking the press\, proofing\, printing an edition\, cleaning the press\, troubleshooting and general shop caretaking. \nWorkshops will focus on printing polymer\, wood type\, or lead type. In order to gain the experience needed\, you should try to attend more than one workshop. \nGeneral understanding and some prior experience with letterpress printing is required. Tools and materials are provided. Please bring a bag lunch. \nInstructor: Kristin Adolfson
URL:https://vabookarts.org/current-classes/letterpress-review-workshop-no-4/
LOCATION:Virginia Book Arts\, 600 East Water St.\, Suite F\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22902\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T150000
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CREATED:20251223T162054Z
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SUMMARY:Woven Spine Book
DESCRIPTION:Starting out with one large sheet of paper\, we will use simple painting\, drawing\, and/or printing techniques to explore themes and narratives for our book. The enhanced sheet will be divided into signatures\, that will be bound into single pamphlet stitched sections\, before embarking on the unique and meditative woven binding. Open to all. No prior bookbinding experience required. \nTools and materials will be provided. Please bring a bag lunch. \nInstructor: Lotta Helleberg \n  \n 
URL:https://vabookarts.org/current-classes/woven-spine-book/
LOCATION:Virginia Book Arts\, 600 East Water St.\, Suite F\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22902\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T160000
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SUMMARY:Letterpress & Lino: A Broadside in a Day
DESCRIPTION:An Introduction to Printing with Type and Linocuts on the Vandercook \n\nNineteenth‑century illustrated newspapers were masters of rapid\, collective image‑making. Artists sketched directly across several wood blocks locked together; then the blocks were separated and handed to different engravers\, each cutting their portion of a much larger image. When reassembled on press\, the picture printed as one dramatic\, unified portrait or scene. \n\n\nIn this one‑day workshop\, we’ll channel that fast\, collaborative spirit and work as a team in our shop. Team members will carve linoleum blocks and hand‑set type (image and text pre-selected) in rotating roles throughout the day. By late afternoon\, we’ll bring everything together on a vintage Vandercook proof press to print an edition of bold\, expressive broadsides. \n\nNo experience needed. Just curiosity\, teamwork\, and a desire to make something together start-to-finish using an array of new skills.\nAll materials provided. Bring a bag lunch.\nInstructors: Bonnie Bernstein and Jenny Mikulski \n  \n         
URL:https://vabookarts.org/current-classes/broadside-in-a-day/
LOCATION:Virginia Book Arts\, 600 East Water St.\, Suite F\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22902\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T200000
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SUMMARY:Welcome to Book Arts
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Bookbinding & Letterpress Materials\, Tools & Techniques \nIn this free 2-hour class\, participants will be introduced to bookbinding and letterpress basics\, such as paper grain\, how to use a bone folder and utility knife\, and how to pull a print. We will produce sewn booklets and letterpress print the covers. Open to all. Tools and materials will be provided. \nInstructor: Lyall Harris \nFree\, registration required. \n 
URL:https://vabookarts.org/current-classes/welcome-to-book-arts/
LOCATION:Virginia Book Arts\, 600 East Water St.\, Suite F\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22902\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260101T220530Z
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SUMMARY:Meander Sketchbook Journal
DESCRIPTION:Make a No-Sew Meander Sketchbook Journal \nLearn how to make a simple travel sketchbook from a single sheet of paper. This journal is perfect for watercolors or pen and ink drawings. We will show you how to fold your “meander” pages\, add pockets and attach a decorative cover. This sketchbook is easy to make and the perfect size to carry with you on the go. \nWe will provide heavy board stock for the covers\, paper for the interior pages and decorative papers to customize your cover. All tools (scissors\, glue and brushes) and basic supplies will be provided. If you are new to book arts\, this class is a great introduction to very basic bookmaking skills. Open to all. No prior bookbinding experience required. \nInstructor: Liz Schneiders \nThis workshop is part of the VBA Second Saturday Workshop Series. \n  \n   
URL:https://vabookarts.org/current-classes/meander-journal-workshop/
LOCATION:Virginia Book Arts\, 600 East Water St.\, Suite F\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Second Saturday Workshop Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T194705
CREATED:20251203T222720Z
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SUMMARY:Letterpress Review Workshop No 3
DESCRIPTION:Have you taken multiple letterpress classes and printed with assistance on the Vandercook in the past\, but don’t quite have the experience and confidence to print on your own? I’m here to help! \nThis is one of at least 4 workshops on the Manual Universal Vandercook letterpress so that you gain experience toward using the press unsupervised and help others with basic print runs. \nWe will be reviewing press safety\, parts and mechanism of the Vandercook\, good press habits\, inking the press\, proofing\, printing an edition\, cleaning the press\, troubleshooting and general shop caretaking. \nWorkshops will focus on printing polymer\, wood type\, or lead type. This workshop will focus on wood type. In order to gain the experience needed\, you should try to attend more than one workshop. \nGeneral understanding and some prior experience with letterpress printing is required. Tools and materials are provided. Please bring a bag lunch. \nInstructor: Kristin Adolfson \n 
URL:https://vabookarts.org/current-classes/letterpress-review-workshop-3/
LOCATION:Virginia Book Arts\, 600 East Water St.\, Suite F\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22902\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T194705
CREATED:20251219T180545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T195654Z
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SUMMARY:Welcome to Book Arts
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Bookbinding & Letterpress Materials\, Tools & Techniques. \nIn this free 2-hour class\, participants will be introduced to bookbinding and letterpress basics\, such as paper grain\, how to use a bone folder and utility knife\, and how to pull a print. We will produce sewn booklets and letterpress print the covers. Open to all. Tools and materials will be provided. \nInstructor: Lyall Harris \nFree\, registration required. \n 
URL:https://vabookarts.org/current-classes/welcome-to-book-arts-3/
LOCATION:Virginia Book Arts\, 600 East Water St.\, Suite F\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22902\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T194705
CREATED:20251210T192443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T180241Z
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SUMMARY:Letterpress Review Workshop No 2
DESCRIPTION:Have you taken multiple letterpress classes and printed with assistance on the Vandercook in the past\, but don’t quite have the experience and confidence to print on your own? I’m here to help! \nThis is one of at least 4 workshops on the Manual Universal Vandercook letterpress so that you gain experience toward using the press unsupervised and help others with basic print runs. \nWe will be reviewing press safety\, parts and mechanism of the Vandercook\, good press habits\, inking the press\, proofing\, printing an edition\, cleaning the press\, troubleshooting and general shop caretaking. \nWorkshops will focus on printing polymer\, wood type\, and lead type. This workshop will focus on lead type. In order to gain the experience needed\, you should try to attend more than one workshop in this series. \nGeneral understanding and some prior experience with letterpress printing is required. Tools and materials are provided. Please bring a bag lunch. \nInstructor: Kristin Adolfson
URL:https://vabookarts.org/current-classes/letterpress-review-workshop-2-2/
LOCATION:Virginia Book Arts\, 600 East Water St.\, Suite F\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22902\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T150000
DTSTAMP:20260525T194705
CREATED:20251219T153227Z
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SUMMARY:Long stitch journal workshop
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop we will learn how to create a soft covered journal using a long stitch binding. We will start by enhancing the cover using water colors and other printing techniques\, and then continue to prepare the signatures and the cover for binding. The resulting blank book is both attractive and functional\, perfect for journaling or sketching. Open to all skill levels. No prior bookbinding experience required. \nAll supplies and necessary tools will be provided during class. \nInstructor: Lotta Helleberg \nThis workshop is part of the VBA Second Saturday Workshop Series. \n  \n       \n 
URL:https://vabookarts.org/current-classes/long-stitch-journal/
LOCATION:Virginia Book Arts\, 600 East Water St.\, Suite F\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Second Saturday Workshop Series
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