Crafted Covers: Build Your Own Refillable Notebook

Make a journal, sketchbook, or notebook encased in a flexible Kraft-Tex cover that looks and behaves like leather. In this hands-on workshop you’ll sew refillable page inserts, design a cover with pockets and a closure of your choice, and leave with a finished refillable notebook prototype you can reuse and customize.

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What to Expect

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Expect demonstrations and guided work time: you’ll fold and hand-sew signatures (page inserts), plan and assemble a Kraft-Tex cover, add optional pockets, and attach your chosen closure. The instructor will offer step-by-step support so you can complete a working refillable notebook during the session.

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Skills You’ll Acquire

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• How to hand-sew signatures (page inserts) using standard paper

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• Planning and constructing a Kraft-Tex cover that mimics leather

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• Adding pockets and designing a closure system (elastic, strap, snap, etc.)

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• Basic finishing techniques for a durable, refillable notebook

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What’s Provided

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• Needles, thread, closure materials, elastic, and other hardware (provided/loaned by instructor)

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• Instructor-supplied Kraft-Tex in two colors (instructor will submit receipts)

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• Instructional templates and guidance throughout the workshop

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Consumables you should bring:

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• A ream of copy paper (for signatures)

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• Any colored paper you’d like to include (use what you have on hand)

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Who Should Attend

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Open to makers of all levels. This is a beginning-friendly class that also suits more experienced crafters who want to learn or refine hand-sewn bookbinding and Kraft-Tex cover techniques. Participants ages 13–18 are welcome with parental/guardian supervision.

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Prerequisites / Safety Information

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No prior experience required. Bring ideas for how you’ll use the notebook and a phone or camera to take process photos. Please wear comfortable clothes suitable for crafting.

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Instructor : Jane Copes

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Workshop Ticket Fee : 

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Standard Ticket: $75.00

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MakeHaven Members: $65.00

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You must click below and REGISTER to attend at:

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https://www.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/info?id=653&reset=1&reset=1

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Scroll to the bottom of the page and complete the information under Register (gray box) and hit submit. You will receive an acknowledgement by email. Questions? Email info@makehaven.org

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