Cross Structure Binding: Two Ways

Cross Structure Binding: Two Ways

Erin Fletcher

Saturday, May 3 + Saturday, May 10

$225 for members + $51 material kit
$265 for non-members + $51 material kit

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The Cross Structure gets its name from the interlacing that occurs across the spine to bring the covers together. These modern bindings are rooted in techniques found in medieval structures and were created by Carmencho Arregui. Although there are several variations on the Cross Structure, we will explore just two in this workshop. Beginning with the Basic, students will learn the technique for sewing and the basic way of interlacing the covers. The Protective variation will be the second model we explore. This binding will have leather covers and include button closures. We will also look at ways of adding texture onto the leather. This workshop is suitable for students with any level of bookbinding skill including beginners.

All sessions will be held online over Zoom and recorded. Recordings will be emailed to participants within 24 hours of the session. Recordings are available for one year. Live sessions are scheduled as follows: 

  • Workshop Session 1: Saturday, May 3, 2025: 12:00 -2:00 pm ET (convert timezone)
  • Moderated Meetup: Wednesday, May 7, 2025: 7:00-8:00 pm ET (convert timezone)
  • Workshop Session 2: Saturday, May 10, 2025: 12:00 -2:00 pm ET (convert timezone)

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Please contact us at events@surfacedesign.org for pricing details if you are outside of the United States and Canada and would like to take this workshop. 

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About Your Instructor

Erin Fletcher is the owner of Herringbone Bindery located in Austin. She crafts one-of-a-kind fine bindings and small editions for various clients and institutions. Her work is regularly exhibited throughout the US and abroad and is held in public and private collections. She first discovered a love for bookbinding while studying at The School of the Art Institute of Chicago. This experience brought her to study bookbinding at the North Bennet Street School in Boston where she graduated in 2012. She regularly teaches book arts workshops online and at venues throughout the US.