Clasp Making Workshop, Jocelyn Merchant
presented by the Potomac Chapter of the Guild of Book Workers
May 1-2, 2010 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
At Pyramid Atlantic 8230 Georgia Ave. Silver Spring, MD 20910
Cost: $200.- members or $250.- non-members
Using readily available tools and materials, participants will learn simplified metal working skills and metal decorating techniques, and how to make hinges and clasps, using only cold connections, (no soldering). During a two day workshop, students will make two different clasps, one simpler strap style, and another more complex hinged style. They will also learn how to properly attach both types onto a book made with wooden cover boards. For those who may be unfamiliar with making books in wooden boards, instructions are provided in a web link for making a simply constructed “fake” book which is perfectly suitable for use in the workshop. The use of patinas for coloring metal will be demonstrated, and students will have an opportunity to apply a patina to their clasps if they wish. If there is extra time another clasp may be started, or there may be a demonstration of the construction of bosses or other types of book decorations.
Participants will leave the workshop with basic, practical and useful skills for making metal fasteners and decorations suitable for use on books or boxes.
Some tools, equipment and supplies are provided for students’ use. Detailed written instructions and supplier information are provided in class handouts. Students pay $20.00 materials fee to the instructor to cover shipping of tools and the cost of supplies.
Sign up by sending an email to gbwpotomacchapter@gmail.com
Remember a place in your workshop is only guaranteed when your check is received. Please mail it to:
Vicki Lee, 2820 Tipperary Lane, Chesapeake Beach MD 20732
Potomac Chapter members plan to register early to secure your spot. Registration will open to interested others on April 1st.
Potomac Chapter of the Guild of Book Workers 