Exploring Japanese Stab Book Techniques with Adele Ross - 4 Sessions (Oct 8, 15, 22,29, 2026) - on Thursday

 Thursday, Oct 8, 2026

5:00 p.m. to 06:00 p.m. 

 Thursday, Oct 8,15,22,29, 2026 from 5:00 p.m. to 06:00 p.m. 

Location: Washington Printmakers Gallery,
                1675 Wisconsin Avenue Northwest Washington, DC 20007 

Class Description:

This class will explore tradition and nontraditional Japanese book binding tech. The simplicity of a Japanese stab book offers many options for creativity. We will learn the traditional structure and techniques of this book and explore creative options. 

Day 1 / Project 1: Design and prepare book covers for the first book using traditional Japanese book binding techniques. We will discuss the Pros and Cons of different papers that can be used for Bookmaking. Demonstrate paperfolding, cutting techniques, and pasting papers to the book covers.

Day 2/ Assembling Book 1: Demonstrate the cutting, folding, and punching of book signature pages. Assemble and stitch the book.

Day 3 / Project 2: Artistic Japanese Stab Book Project: Design a Stab Book using fabrics, papers, and found objects. Students can bring artwork or items for book design.

Day /- Assembling Book 2: Demonstrate the cutting, folding, and punching of book signature pages. Assemble and stitch the book.

Age group: Young Adults and Adults who have had experience in making a book.

Number of participants: 6

Cost: $240.

Supplies / Fees: Tools and Supplies will be provided, $25 materials fee, paid to the instructor.

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.

Venue Details:

Location: Washington Printmakers Gallery,
                1675 Wisconsin Avenue Northwest Washington, DC 20007