{"title":"Make \u0026 Takes","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"gsa-intro-to-bookbinding-variety-pack","title":"Intro to Bookbinding - Variety Pack","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaturday August 8th, 9am-12:30pm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pomegranateletterpress.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMargot Cudmore\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMargot is one half of Pomegranate Letterpress + Design and has been printing and binding for over 15 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_elementToProof\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\"\u003eIn this dynamic session, you will explore essential bookbinding tools and materials while creating fundamental structures that every aspiring artist should master. You’ll learn techniques such as:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 and 5 hole pamphlet stitch \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne-page wonders\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccordion folding with multiple variations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you've been eager to dive into the basics of book arts, this class is the perfect introduction! You'll leave feeling empowered and ready to craft more books independently. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll materials will be provided\u003c\/strong\u003e. Bring assistive devices (glasses, hearing aids) and wear comfortable clothing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ground Floor Arts","offers":[{"title":"Saturday August 8th 9am-12:30pm","offer_id":48019188383999,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0892\/0400\/files\/MAKEYOUROWN_2.png?v=1768245606"},{"product_id":"gsa-bookbinding","title":"Bookbinding - PAINT! FOLD! BIND!","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaturday July 11th 10am-3pm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor: \u003ca title=\"Margot Cudmore\" href=\"https:\/\/pomegranateletterpress.com\/\"\u003eMargot Cudmore\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIn this dynamic workshop, we’ll reconnect with your inner creative child. In the morning, we’ll enjoy playful exploration with watercolour washes and basic mark-making techniques, layering textures on watercolour paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIn the afternoon, once our creations have dried, we’ll cut, fold, and bind them using 2-3 simple bookbinding stitches to transform them into stunning journal covers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eEach participant will leave with 3 to 4 mini journals and a wealth of ideas for creating more. No prior experience is required, and all materials will be provided. Please bring assistive devices like glasses and hearing aids, wear comfortable clothing and bring an apron if you have one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour instructor is Margot Cudmore, one-half of Pomegranate Letterpress + Design. 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Learn to incorporate intuitive marks, textures and depth. And learn about the tools and techniques of woodburning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWalnut Hallow brass tip burners and templates will be available for use. 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Using floral still lifes, images, and books students will get to choose their subject matter and practice at their own pace. All experience levels are welcome, and all materials are included. However, if students have supplies they wish to experiment with they are encouraged to bring them along. 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This stitch features radiating lines that form a captivating geometric pattern along the spine of your journal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\" class=\"awbg0w\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eOnce you have mastered this technique, you'll be surprised at how quickly you can assemble these journals. Each participant will leave with 1–2 completed journals, along with the newfound confidence to create more on their own.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\" class=\"awbg0w\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThis workshop is part of our series of lay-flat soft-cover journals, perfect for writing, drawing, sketching, or collaging \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo experience necessary! All tools and materials are supplied. 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In this workshop, we’ll explore how to create a pocket-sized refillable Midori-style journal made with Kraft-tex paper fabric, complete with two removable inserts. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\" class=\"awbg0w\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe great feature of this journal is that you can customize your inserts for various purposes: one can be dedicated to writing, while another can be for sketching – the choice is entirely yours. When one insert is filled, simply slide it out and replace it with a fresh one, ensuring you’re always ready to capture your endless ideas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xhtml\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo experience necessary! All tools and materials are supplied. 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