Stay in the Loop

Posted on July 7, 2017 by sproutspress

I understand that not everyone is into social media, which of course is totally fine. But sometimes you still want to stay in the loop, which is why I write a monthly eNewsletter, delivered right to your inbox! I write about many things, all related to book arts; leading a creative life, inspiration, ideas to use your journals, and sometimes I share news about upcoming events, contests and workshops.

Sound like something you’re interested in? Sign up here by the end of this weekend to get this month’s newsletter!

Newest Bookbinding Class: Now Live!

Posted on July 6, 2017 by sproutspress

The August bookbinding workshop schedule is now live! Visit the workshops section of my site to see all classes.

I’m pleased to announce that I’ll be offering the popular Deconstructed and Reclaimed: From Discard to Journal class at CBBAG again this summer, in the new location!

“Learn how to craft your own hand-bound hardcover journal using discarded books. This workshop will introduce you to the tools of the trade, materials, and techniques to deconstruct a book and repurpose it into a new journal, using the Coptic stitch to bind the book.”

When: Sunday August 27, 2017 10am – 5pm
Where: Canadian Bookbinders and Book Artists Guild, 180 Shaw St. #102, Toronto *New Location!

For more information & to register, please go here.

Learn the Arrow Stitch!

Posted on June 13, 2017 by sproutspress

If you missed last weekend’s bookbinding workshop over at Paperhouse Studios, don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Next monday I’ll be teaching another class in this great space! This time it’ll be the Arrow Stitch, featuring hardcovers made from scratch. It’s a great class for beginners and those looking brush up on their technique.

When: Monday June 19, 2017 6:30pm – 9:30pm
Where: Paperhouse Studio, 180 Shaw Street, Toronto

For more information & to register, please go here.

June Bookbinding Classes with Sprouts Press

Posted on June 1, 2017 by sproutspress

June’s Bookbinding Classes are open for registration! Whether you’re a beginner or looking to brush up your skills, you’re most welcome to sign up! See below for details.

Hardcover Arrow Stitch Bookbinding
After a brief introduction to bookbinding and the tools of the trade, students will learn how to make their own hard cover book from scratch, using Paperhouse’s gorgeous handmade papers and the Arrow Stitch bookbinding technique.

Students will learn the skill of wrapping boards properly for book covers, and the secrets to stitching the Arrow Stitch.

When: Monday June 19, 2017 6:30pm – 9:30pm
Where: Paperhouse Studio, 180 Shaw Street, Toronto

For more information & to register, please go here.

Painted Longstitch Linkstitch Bookbinding
Join us for a day of creative book making! Students will be introduced to the basics of decorating cover paper with acrylic paint and a variety of tools. Followed by a quick introduction to bookbinding and the tools of the trade, students will then learn the Longstitch/Linkstitch bookbinding technique and incorporate the decorated papers.

When: Saturday June 10, 2017 10am – 3pm
Where: Paperhouse Studio, 180 Shaw Street, Toronto

For more information & to register, please go here.

Sprouts Press goes to Paperhouse Studios!

Posted on May 26, 2017 by sproutspress

First of all, a big Thank You to everyone who came out to the Coptic Stitch workshop last night! There was much enthusiasm and I was so pleased with everyone’s finished journals.

If you missed last nights class, I will be teaching more bookbinding classes in June, at Paperhouse Studio!!On June 10 I’ll be teaching the popular Longstitch/Linkstitch at Paperhouse Studios, located in Artsccape Youngplace on Shaw St. This is one of my favourite classes to teach as we get a chance to really be creative with colour and mark-making!

DETAILS
Students will be introduced to the basics of decorating cover paper with acrylic paint and a variety of tools. Followed by a quick introduction to bookbinding and the tools of the trade, students will then learn the Longstitch/Linkstitch bookbinding technique and incorporate the decorated papers.

When: Saturday June 10, 2017 10am – 3pm
Where: Paperhouse Studio, 180 Shaw Street, Toronto

For more information & to register, please go here.

Learn the Coptic Stitch

Posted on May 19, 2017 by sproutspress

In less than a week I’ll be offering the next Sprouts Press bookbinding workshop over at Toronto’s First Post Office, which is also a museum!

What: Coptic Stitch Bookbinding Workshop
When: Thursday May 25, 6pm – 9pm
Where: Toronto’s First Post Office, 260 Adelaide St East, Toronto

Sound like fun? Go here to register!

NOTE: If you’ve missed the registration for this class, or simply cannot attend this day, never fear! There are more bookbinding workshops scheduled for June. Go here to see the full roster.

Wordless Wednesday 17.05.17

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Bookbinding Class at Paperhouse Studio

Posted on May 16, 2017 by sproutspress

Something new for Sprouts Press is about to start! I’ll be teaching two workshops in a new space: Paperhouse Studios! This is a gorgeous, light-filled studio where all sorts of paper arts and creativity happens. If you haven’t been there before and you’ve signed up for this class, it’s worth arriving a bit early to get a tea, check out the Koffler Gallery and the general community of the building.

An excerpt from the course description:
“Students will be introduced to the basics of decorating cover paper with acrylic paint and a variety of tools. Followed by a quick introduction to bookbinding and the tools of the trade, students will then learn the Longstitch/Linkstitch bookbinding technique and incorporate the decorated papers.”

When: Saturday June 10, 2017 11am – 3pm
Where: Paperhouse Studio, 180 Shaw St., Toronto
Sound good? Go here to learn more & register!

Bookbinding Workshop in Toronto’s 1st Post Office Museum!

Posted on May 11, 2017 by sproutspress

Join me at Toronto’s First Post Office (a working post office & museum!!) for an evening of bookbinding fun!

Learn how to make your own Hard Cover Coptic Journal with Carolyn of Sprouts Press Designs. We’ll cover the basics of bookbinding, go over the tools of the trade and then learn how to put it all together into a beautiful handcrafted journal.

What: Coptic Stitch Bookbinding Workshop
When: Thursday May 25, 6pm – 9pm
Where: Toronto’s First Post Office, 260 Adelaide St East, Toronto

Sound like fun? Go here to register!

Sampler Workshop

Posted on April 18, 2017 by sproutspress

This coming saturday I’ll be offering a Bookbinding Sampler Workshop at the new Toronto Etsy Street Team bricks and mortar location! (formerly Graven Feather)

Spend an afternoon learning the basics of bookbinding and the tools of the trade. In this workshop, students will learn 3 simple softcover bindings. This is a hands-on class and everyone will leave with 3 small sample books.

Pre-registration is required, please go here for all details and to register.