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North Bennet Street School

Historic Sewing Structures

with James Reid-Cunningham BB '90

$495

Dates: Saturday, August 23rd & Sunday, August 24th (2 meetings)

Hours: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Instructor: James Reid-Cunningham BB '90

Sewing creates the foundation for bookbinding. In this workshop, participants will execute four historic sewing structures dating from the 11th to the 20th centuries: herringbone sewing on split thongs, packed sewing on double-raised cords, sewing on single-raised cords, and sewing on single-sawn-in cords.

Tools & Supplies: Please bring a bone folder, scissors, an Olfa or Exacto knife, and straight and curved needles to class.

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

  • Aug 23 - 24th, 2025
    Sun and Sat for 1 week from 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

North Bennet Street School

150 North Street
Boston, MA 02109 Get directions

Room: CE Bookbinding

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