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Can I bring a guest?
If your guest wants to make their own book, please increase the ticket quantity. If they’re observing only, they’re welcome, but paid students will be prioritized due to limited teaching space.
Can I actually finish making a hardcover book within 2.5 hrs?
2.5 hours is just enough to complete one book. To make this possible, some materials will be prepared in advance. Paper will be cut, folded, and punched. Fabric will be paperbacked and ready as bookcloth. Pressing your book for one night after the workshop is also highly recommended.
What shoud I be aware of about your home/workshop environment?
It's a townhome in a quiet neighborhood. I have two cats. One usually keeps to herself. The other is friendly and may come say hello. Tap water is available. Feel free to bring your own.
Is the space accessible?
My home is 5-min walk from QFC in Klahanie. There are lots of parking there. I can also keep my driveway clear if someone needs it.
Wait, you make handmade paper? Tell me more!
✅ Truly handmade: I made it myself at home using locally sourced recycled white paper: bank statements, bills, school paper, office paper, and more.
✅ Fountain pen friendly: The paper is water-resistant and can handle light wet media. Avoid heavily wet media since it's thinner than watercolor paper.
✅ Best with medium to large tip pens: The light texture means very fine tips may catch slightly.
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ClassBento money-back guarantee
Our mission is to improve mental wellbeing through our workshops and experiences. We curate our teachers and hosts carefully to ensure that they are of high quality.
That's why we provide a money-back guarantee*: If you're unsatisfied with this experience, just leave it at least 20 minutes before it ends, and tell us (the ClassBento team) the reason for your dissatisfaction within 4 hours of that time, and we'll provide you with a refund.
How can we help?
Q: Can I bring a guest?
If your guest wants to make their own book, please increase the ticket quantity. If they’re observing only, they’re welcome, but paid students will be prioritized due to limited teaching space.
Q: Can I actually finish making a hardcover book within 2.5 hrs?
2.5 hours is just enough to complete one book. To make this possible, some materials will be prepared in advance. Paper will be cut, folded, and punched. Fabric will be paperbacked and ready as bookcloth. Pressing your book for one night after the workshop is also highly recommended.
Q: What shoud I be aware of about your home/workshop environment?
It's a townhome in a quiet neighborhood. I have two cats. One usually keeps to herself. The other is friendly and may come say hello. Tap water is available. Feel free to bring your own.
Q: Is the space accessible?
My home is 5-min walk from QFC in Klahanie. There are lots of parking there. I can also keep my driveway clear if someone needs it.
Q: Wait, you make handmade paper? Tell me more!
✅ Truly handmade: I made it myself at home using locally sourced recycled white paper: bank statements, bills, school paper, office paper, and more. ✅ Fountain pen friendly: The paper is water-resistant and can handle light wet media. Avoid heavily wet media since it's thinner than watercolor paper. ✅ Best with medium to large tip pens: The light texture means very fine tips may catch slightly.
Q: What's the cancellation policy?
A: Free to cancel or reschedule up until 7 days before the class
Q: How long does the class run for, and what's the price?
A: 2.5 hours, $50 - $65 per guest ($50 for (eco-friendly paper); $65 for (my handmade paper))
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Mini Hardcover Bookbinding Workshop
Make a mini hardcover book with this beginner-friendly bookbinding workshop in Issaquah | June 27 | 2 - 4:30 PM
2.5 hours
Issaquah
1 to 5 guests
$50 - $65
($50 for (eco-friendly paper); $65 for (my handmade paper))
Learn How to Bind
Learn how to bind signatures using simple and effective techniques like French link and kettle stitch, including strengthening the book spine.
Make Book Covers
Learn how to measure and cut sturdy book covers with the perfect overhang and glue the bookcloth on for a polished finish.
Assemble the Final Piece
Complete your project by carefully gluing the book block and cover together piece by piece. Watching everything come together at the end is one of the most satisfying parts of the entire process!
- Handmade paper (off-white) — made from recycled paper, by me! $65
- Eco-friendly paper (beige) — made from sugar cane. $50
- Essential bookbinding tools and materials
- Key terminology for each step of the process
- The complete workflow from start to finish:preparing paper, stitching signatures, making the cover, and assembling the book
- Tips: how to pair fabric with chipboard, how to make bookcloth, and how to choose fabric for bookcloth, etc.
- A fun and focused creative afternoon
- Hands-on instruction and real-time guidance
- A small group setting (only 5 students) with room for questions
- A chance to connect with other neighbors who enjoy crafting
- Your finished handmade book, ready to write in.
- Bookbinding skills that spark endless ideas and creativity in you.
- A printed guide booklet with measurements, a tool list, and bookmaking tips to take home.
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Issaquah, WA
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