In this workshop, Kristin will walk each student through creating an art journal with found papers and some simple bookbinding. This workshop is for all levels. From the very beginners to professional artists who may just need to loosen up a bit.

This will be a collection of simplicity, limited palette, and hand sewn fabric stitched into place to make our journal.

We will be letting go of brushes and listening to the moment, as we begin with some slow stitching of our fabric and folding papers. Preparing everything for a dip in the dye, and then to dry. Not sure about the sewing? Do not let that steer you away, as the dyed fabric and papers are so delightful.

We will gather our papers and begin our process of working each piece, one at a time. Listening to what makes our hearts happy. We will glue found words and stitch in more fabric. Write our thoughts and make simple marks. Leaving little pieces of us sprinkled into our books. This workshop is really about us and the books we are making during this time.

Our mix of papers and fabric will lend itself to our journals, helping to create not only a lovely visual charm to our book, but one that will also provide a textural quality as well.

Never made a journal before? Not to worry, this workshop will guide you step by step through the basics of bookbinding. Experienced bookmaking students are welcome- I will just be keeping it simple.