Fold, Layer & Create: Accordion Artist’s Book

$45.00

Friday, September 18 – 5:30–8:30 PM

Create a handmade accordion-style book while learning simple bookbinding and paper-folding techniques. This approachable workshop combines structure, design, and creativity as you create a book that can be used as a journal, sketchbook, photo book, or small collection of artwork. No previous bookbinding experience is necessary.

What You’ll Do:
You’ll fold and assemble an accordion-style book, create a sturdy cover, and explore ways to personalize the pages and covers. By the end of class, you’ll have a finished handmade book to take home and use as a journal, sketchbook, photo book, or small collection of artwork.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Basic accordion book construction

  • Simple bookbinding techniques

  • How to turn individual sheets of paper into a functional book structure

  • Ideas for using and decorating your finished book

This Class is great for:
Adults and older teens who enjoy paper crafts, bookmaking, journaling, or creative hands-on projects. No previous bookbinding experience is necessary!

Instructor: Alison Walker is an artist and instructor known for accessible, process-based workshops that help students build confidence through hands-on experience. Her classes are welcoming, supportive, and focused on curiosity, exploration, and skill-building.

Schedule:
Friday, September 18 – 5:30–8:30 PM

Cost: $45

What to bring:
Just yourself — all materials will be provided

Friday, September 18 – 5:30–8:30 PM

Create a handmade accordion-style book while learning simple bookbinding and paper-folding techniques. This approachable workshop combines structure, design, and creativity as you create a book that can be used as a journal, sketchbook, photo book, or small collection of artwork. No previous bookbinding experience is necessary.

What You’ll Do:
You’ll fold and assemble an accordion-style book, create a sturdy cover, and explore ways to personalize the pages and covers. By the end of class, you’ll have a finished handmade book to take home and use as a journal, sketchbook, photo book, or small collection of artwork.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Basic accordion book construction

  • Simple bookbinding techniques

  • How to turn individual sheets of paper into a functional book structure

  • Ideas for using and decorating your finished book

This Class is great for:
Adults and older teens who enjoy paper crafts, bookmaking, journaling, or creative hands-on projects. No previous bookbinding experience is necessary!

Instructor: Alison Walker is an artist and instructor known for accessible, process-based workshops that help students build confidence through hands-on experience. Her classes are welcoming, supportive, and focused on curiosity, exploration, and skill-building.

Schedule:
Friday, September 18 – 5:30–8:30 PM

Cost: $45

What to bring:
Just yourself — all materials will be provided