Have you ever wanted to make your own sketchbook for drawing on the go? This class will teach you some basic book binding techniques to create a sketchbook that you love taking everywhere you go.
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This class  is perfect for anyone interested in creating their own sketchbook for drawing anytime, anywhere. I will teach you how to make your own unique sketchbook! We will cover topics such as paper selection, binding techniques, and design and layout. You will learn how to make a sketchbook that is perfect for drawing on the go or for sketching at home. After taking this class, you will have the skills to create beautiful handmade sketchbooks that you can use for years to come.
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We'll prepare all of our materials so that we are set to go. This will include cutting and folding our paper, marking our stitch holes on the cover and paper registers, and prepare our embroidery floss.
We'll learn about about some basic book binding tools and techniques that can be applied to wide range of sketchbook sizes.
Then using a pamphlet stitch we'll sew our four registers to our sketchbook cover. It's a basic stitch to quickly and securely attach your registers to your sketchbook cover.
Finally we'll add a decorative paper to our cover to personalize our sketchbooks. This can be decorative paper you create or paper you have on hand. Check out some of my other Skillshare class <a href="https://skl.sh/3FoQ7X9" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Collage: Techniques to Create Decorative Papers</a> or <a href="https://skl.sh/3QVAL10" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Mark Making: Beyond the Brush</a> for inspiration.
Then you'll be all set to head on out and sketch anywhere and everywhere you go.
As a bonus, I share tips for putting together an art kit for easily creating on the go.
Benefits to having a sketchbook for on the go:
1. Easier to Record Ideas: Having a sketchbook with you at all times can make it easier to record ideas when they come to you. This can be a great way to capture creative ideas, thoughts, and feelings that you can look back on later. 
 2. Improved Creativity: Having a sketchbook with you can help to increase your creativity. When inspiration strikes, you can quickly jot down ideas and let your imagination run wild. 
 3. Develop Your Skills: When you're constantly sketching, you can hone your skills and develop your talents. Having a sketchbook with you on the go is a great way to practice and refine your sketching abilities.
4. Draw Your World: Carrying a sketchbook allows you to experience life in a new way by sketching the world and people around you. Drawing our experiences heightens our awareness and memories of these moments. 
5. Portable: A sketchbook is small, lightweight, and portable, making it easy to take with you on the go. This means you can always have it with you so that you can sketch whenever and wherever you feel the urge. 
6. Increased Concentration: Having a sketchbook with you can help to reduce distractions and increase concentration. This makes it easier to focus on the task at hand and get better results from your sketches.

Introduction 

Class Project

Materials 

Preparing Materials

Prepping Sewing Guide

Sewing The Signatures

Attaching The Cover

Final Thoughts

MeasurementsSketchbook.pdf

PamphletStitch.pdf

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Create Your Own Sketchbook for Drawing On The Go

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