Classic Clamshell Box

Originallyformed as the Bytown Book Artists, the Ottawa Valley Chapter of the Canadian Bookbinders and Book Artists Guild (CBBAG) is a volunteer-run organization whose mandate is to create a spirit of community among bookbinders and book artists and between these individuals and the wider book community; to promote greater public awareness of bookbinding and the book arts; and to foster excellence in bookbinding and the book arts by organizing education opportunities and exhibitions.Website:https://cbbagottawa.caEmail:spike13@rogers.comTo become a member of CBBAG:https://cbbag.wildapricot.org/join-cbbag

Canadian Bookbinders and Book Artists Guild (CBBAG) Ottawa Valley Chapter

Join CBBAG-OV for a one day boxmaking workshop !

Book Arts Lab, MacOdrum Library, Carlton University

<h3>Classic Clamshell Box</h3>Saturday, December 2nd, 10:00am - 5:00pmThis version of the clamshell box is sturdy and durable, as well as classic in its elegance. The lip allows for easy opening, while the cloth covering affixes and supports the walls for strength.Participants will learn how to measure and assemble this cloth covered binder’s board box, while practicing a sophisticated corner covering technique.Everyone will go home with a lovely enclosure and plans that can be adapted to any size book, or to house works of art.Suitable for beginners and all experience levels.MATERIALS FEE (paid to instructor at workshop): $35.00All tools will be provided; however, if you have a favorite folder, ruler, knife, or other tool, please feel free to bring it along.INSTRUCTOR BIOGRAPHY :Ms. Ubbink operates a book and paper conservation practice, providing services to heritage institutions, collectors, auction houses and antiquarian merchants for over twenty years. From 2007 to 2019, she taught archival preservation for Algonquin College, and continues to contribute to the field through providing workshops, speaking engagements, and publishing articles. Ms. Ubbink served on the Canadian Association for Conservation’s Board of Directors, CAPC Accreditation Committees, and the Canadian Standards Review Board for defining ‘permanent paper’. OTHER INFORMATION:A minimum of 10 participants are required for this workshop to runWorkshop and Refund policy - please see: https://cbbagottawa.ca/workshops/Dining/Food: The nearest campus dining options may be closed on weekends. For up to date hours and locations see: https://dining.carleton.ca/locations/. Please bring your own food or refreshments if required.For any other queries, please contact cbbagworkshops@gmail.comGETTING TO CARLETON UNIVERSITY LIBRARY:Bus and Train - https://www.octranspo.com/en/ottawa-destinations/carleton-university Cycling - Carleton University is situated near several cycle paths including the Rideau Eastern Canal Pathway. See the OttawaVeloOutaouais blog for examples bike routes - https://ottawavelooutaouais.com/2019/09/15/biking-to-carleton-university/ Bike racks are available in several areas of the campus. Bicycles are not permitted inside the library. https://carleton.ca/parking/tdm-sustainable-transportation/ Parking - The parking lot P1 is the closest to the library. Note that there is a 4-hour maximum for parking in P1. For locations of other lots and parking information see https://carleton.ca/parking/visitors/.

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