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Japanese bookbinding

Tutor: Gemma Forde, craft workshop tutor

Craft workshop tutor, Gemma, joins us again to share the simple art of Japanese book binding. Gemma shows how to do the most common four hole style called Yotsume Toji which requires very few materials. It’s a fun activity to try and you can experiment with different designs.

Preparation

Prepare your materials and clear a space to work; bring a pen and paper to make some notes.

Video time

30 minutes

Japanese four hole bookbinding with Gemma Forde

handmade Japanese four hole bookbinding by Gemma Forde
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  • Paper
  • Thin card
  • Needle
  • Embroidery thread
  • Ruler
  • Pencil
  • Scissors.