Secret Belgian Stitch Book Class with Adele Ross - 3 Sessions (March 12th, 19th, 26th) - on Thursday
Secret Belgian Stitch Book Class with Adele Ross - 3 Sessions (March 12th, 19th, 26th) - on Thursday
Secret Belgian Stitch Book Class with Adele Ross - 3 Sessions (March 12th, 19th, 26th) - on Thursday
Thursday , March 12,19,26, 2026 from 5:00 p.m. to 08:00 p.m.
Location: Washington Printmakers Gallery,
1675 Wisconsin Avenue Northwest Washington, DC 20007
Class Description:
The Secret Belgian Binding is a technique known for its visible thread pattern on the cover and spine. The "secret" aspect refers to the way the sewing thread is hidden on the inside of the spine. This binding technique lies flat when open and works well as a sketch book for artists.
In this workshop, participants will learn to use folding techniques for creating signature pages. Book covers will be cut from book board and covered with handmade paper. Techniques that will be demonstrated include measuring, cutting, and pasting to create book covers.
Two stitching techniques will be demonstrated for the assembly of the book.
Age group: Young Adults and Adults.
Number of participants: 6
Cost: $180.
Supplies: $30 material fee to be paid to the instructor. All tools and pastes will be provided.
About Adele
Adele Ross is a graduate of Moore College of Art in Philadelphia. She is an accomplished Printmaker who began her printing journey at Montgomery College in Maryland. Ross’s book-making interest has evolved from her printing, which she feels is a natural progression from her press.
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Venue Details:
Location: Washington Printmakers Gallery,
1675 Wisconsin Avenue Northwest Washington, DC 20007
