North Bennet Street School

Dates: Saturday, August 1st & Sunday, August 2nd (2 meetings)

Hours: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm

Instructor: Bill Hanscom

Scaleboard is a thin wood that was used in some American bindings (particularly around Boston) as early as the 1680s through the 1840s. It was used even as paste or pulp board materials became widely available in America. In this two-day workshop, students will learn the variations found in wonderfully simple American bindings through examination of historical examples and discussion. The workshop will culminate in the hands-on creation of two models: a full leather scaleboard binding and quarter leather binding.

Tools & Supplies: *There is an additional $40.00 materials fee due to the instructor on the first day of class. The instructor accepts cash, checks, or Venmo. All other tools and supplies will be provided for this class.

Attire: This is a general list of how to dress for the shop environment, please contact ce@nbss.edu if you have any questions.

• Closed-toe, comfortable, and protective footwear (sneakers or boots)
• No loose clothing
• Long pants suggested
• No loose jewelry
• Long hair must be tied back

Prerequisite: Bookbinding 101, or equivalent experience. If you have any questions about your experience, please contact ce@nbss.edu.

Age Requirement: Students must be 18+ by the class start date to attend adult CE classes. No one under 18 years old is permitted to register for an adult class, even if accompanied by a parent or guardian. 

Please Note: North Bennet Street School will be undergoing exterior construction this summer, which may cause occasional noise or temporary changes to building access.