Live Online Class: Learn How to Make a Pop-up Sampler Book (#30), Sat., Oct. 12 from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm Pacific Time

Learn five different pop-ups in this class.  These are all new structures which I have not offered in other classes.  We will put them together to create your own sampler book.  I will guide you through the step by step process of making the book, and you will have time to finish it in class.  Within a few hours of your registering I will email you the supply list, a template and a Zoom link.   International and Canadian students should not sign up on my website but instead sign up and pay through www.Paypal.me/kitdavey. Please include your email address and the class name and date.•If you can't make the live class you can just get the recording.  All registrants will get a link to the recording the day after the class.

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Live Online Class: Learn How to Make Peekaboo Cards in a Case, Sat., Oct. 26 from 10:30 am to 12:30 am Pacific Time

This book consists of a case which contains 5 pockets with windows and a finger pull,  Each pocket holds a card, part of which can be viewed through the pocket window.  The card is the same size as and ATC and a pocket-sized playing card.  I will guide you through the step by step process of making the book, and you will have time to finish it in class.  Within a few hours of your registering I will email you the supply list and a Zoom link.   International and Canadian students should not sign up on my website but instead sign up and pay through www.Paypal.me/kitdavey. Please include your email address and the class name and date.

•If you can't make the live class you can just get the recording.  All registrants will get a link to the recording the day after the class.

•The recording will be available for one month.

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Live Online Class: Learn how to make Triple Accordions within an Accordion, Sat., Nov. 2nd, 10:30 am to 23:30 pm Pacific Time

When you open this accordion book you are greeted by three smaller accordions that are woven through its pages.  I will guide you through the step by step process of making the book, and you will have time to finish it in class.  Within a few hours of your registering I will email you the supply list, a template and the Zoom link.   International and Canadian students should not sign up on my website but instead sign up and pay through www.Paypal.me/kitdavey. Please include your email address and the class name and date.

•If you can't make the live class you can just get the recording.  All registrants will get a link to the recording the day after the class.

•The recording will be available for one month.

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Live Online Class: Learn How to Make a Slider Book, Sat., Nov. 9 from 10:30 am to 12:45 pm Pacific Time

When you pull the tub up on each page a panel slides up and folds in half to reveal what hidden underneath.  I will guide you through the step by step process of making the book, and you will have time to finish it in class.  Within a few hours of your registering I will email you the supply list and the Zoom link.   International and Canadian students should not sign up on my website but instead sign up and pay through www.Paypal.me/kitdavey. Please include your email address and the class name and date.

•If you can't make the live class you can just get the recording.  All registrants will get a link to the recording the day after the class.

•The recording will be available for one month.

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You missed the live class but you can get the recording of the House-Shaped Shadowbox Book class

This class is 3 hours long.

Each "page" of this book is a house-shaped box with a door and window into which you can place images to create three dimensions.  I will guide you through the step by step process of making the book, and you will have time to finish it in class.  Within a few hours of your registering I will email you the supply list, a template and a link to the class recording.   International and Canadian students should not sign up on my website but instead sign up and pay through www.Paypal.me/kitdavey. Please include your email address and the class name and date.

•The recording will be available for one month.

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You missed the live class but you can still Learn How to Make an Iris Book!

Get the undedited class recording!

IMPORTANT!  You need 12 mini brads (3/16" wide head) to make this book!  They are available on Amazon. 

When you move the lever on each page an "iris" opens to reveal what's hidden underneath.  I will guide you through the step by step process of making the book, and you will have time to finish it in class.  Within a few hours of your registering I will email you the supply list, templates and a Zoom link.   International and Canadian students should not sign up on my website but instead sign up and pay through www.Paypal.me/kitdavey. Please include your email address and the class name and date.

•The recording will be available for one month.

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You missed the live class but you can still get the recording of the Dragon Scale Binding Class!

You can get the class recording of this fun book!  This is a centuries old binding that originated in China.  This class will have a new, simpler version than my first class with this binding.  We will attach slices of the images to the fore edge of each page.  When you flatten the pages to the right you see one image, and when you flip them over to the left and flatten them you are greeted to a different image.  We will also make a siple pocket to house your book.   I will guide you through the step by step process of making the book, and you will have time to finish it in class.  Within a few hours of your registering I will email you the supply list and a link to the unedited class recording.   International and Canadian students should not sign up on my website but instead sign up and pay through www.Paypal.me/kitdavey. Please include your email address and the class name and date.

•The recording will be available for one month. 

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You missed the live class but you can still get the recording of the Shutter Book

Even though you missed the live class you can get the unedited video.

When you open the "shutters" on each page two panels slide open to reveal what's hidden underneath.  I will guide you through the step by step process of making the book, and you will have time to finish it in class.  Within a few hours of your registering I will email you the supply list, templates and a Zoom link.   International and Canadian students should not sign up on my website but instead sign up and pay through www.Paypal.me/kitdavey. Please include your email address and the class name and date.

•The recording will be available for one month.

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You missed the live class but you can get the recording! Learn how to make a book with Telescopoing Pages!

When you pull the tab to the right the pages "telescope" or slide open.  I will guide you through the step by step process of making the book, and you will have time to finish it in class.  Within a few hours of your registering I will email you the supply list, and link to the unedited class recording.   International and Canadian students should not sign up on my website but instead sign up and pay through www.Paypal.me/kitdavey. Please include your email address and the class name and date.•The recording will be available for one month.

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Join me on Saturday, October 19th, 10 am to 4 pm for the

Bay Area Book Artist's Bazaar

This celebration of the book arts features:

• an exhibition of artists' books

• vendors of artist books, handmade papers and art materials

• a boutique of donated books, art and tools at great prices

• demonstrations and hands-on activities

I will have a table offering my artist books, paper art, snarky greeting cards and ephemera.  Please stop by and say hello!

Location:  Veteran's Memorial Senior Center

               1455 Madison Ave, Redwood City

 

On Demand Instructional Video: Learn How to Set Eyelets and How to Use the Slipknot Stitch in Your Books

I will share with you where to get your eyelet/grommet setting tool and eyelets and demonstrate how to install them in your book pages.  I will also demonstrate the slipknot stitch, also known as the "single page coptic binding".  Both techniques are very useful in making books, and very easy to learn as I take you step by step through the process. Your registration includes an instruction sheet for the stitching as well as a copy of the Amazon page where you can purchase the eyelet setting tools.   Once you register for the class, within a few hours I will send you a link to the lesson.  You can watch the tutorial any time, and as many times as you'd like.  It's available to you indefinitely.  International (and Canadian) students may bypass my website to pay for the class directly at:  www.Paypal.me/kitdavey.  (Please make sure to include your email address when you send payment).

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On-Demand Tutorial: Learn How to Make a Flag Book

When you open this sculptural book twenty one "flags" pass by each other. And it makes a cool sound, too!   Once you register for the class, within a few hours I will send you a link to the lesson.  You will get the step-by-step instructions as I demonstrate how to make the book.  You can watch the tutorial any time, and as many times as you'd like.  International (and Canadian) students must bypass my website and pay for the class directly at:  www.Paypal.me/kitdavey.  (Please make sure to include your email address and the name of this class when you send payment).

 

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On-Demand Tutorial: Learn How to Make a Box-fold Book

When you turn the pages of this book a "box" or "room" folds down.  I will show you the folding technique to make the boxes and how to add a "bridge within the rooms.  Once you register for the class, within a few hours I will send you a link to the lesson.  You will get the step-by-step instructions as I demonstrate how to make the book.  You can watch the tutorial any time, and as many times as you'd like.  International (and Canadian) students may bypass my website pay for the class directly at:  www.Paypal.me/kitdavey.  (Please make sure to include your email address when you send payment).If you want to learn how to make a box out of playing cards to house you book, scroll down to the "free" section and click on the link!

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On Demand Tutorial: Learn How to Make a Slinky Book

This book moves like a slinky!  And it makes a cool sound, too.  It only has 2 ingredients: the pages and a spine and doesn't require stitching or covers.  Once you register for the class, within a few hours I will send you a link to the lesson.  You will get the step-by-step instructions as I demonstrate how to make the book.  You can watch the tutorial any time, and as many times as you'd like.  International (and Canadian) students may bypass my website and pay for the class directly ar:  www.Paypal.me/kitdavey.  (Please make sure to include your email address when you send payment).

If you want to learn how to make a box out of playing cards to house you book, scroll down to the "free" section and click on the link!

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Video Tutorial On-Demand! How to Make a Button Book

I created this tutorial for those who can't participate in live classes.  Once you register for the class, within a few hours I will send you a link to the lesson.  You will get the step-by-step instructions as I demonstrate how to make a button book.  You can watch the tutorial any time, and as many times as you'd like.  International (and Canadian) students may pay for the class through Paypal:  www.Paypal.me/kitdavey.  (Please make sure to include your email address!).

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On Demand Tutorial: How to Make an Accordion Book with Pockets

Learn how to transform a long piece of paper into a book with 6 pockets to house your ATC's, ephemera or photos.   Watch any time, and as many times as you'd like!  Once you register for the class, within a few hours I will send you a link to the lesson.  You will get the step-by-step instructions as I demonstrate how to make the book.   Please make sure the email address associated with your Paypal account is the one you want me to send the information to. International (and Canadian) students may pay for the class through Paypal:  www.Paypal.me/kitdavey.  (Please make sure to include your email address and the tutorial you want to see!).

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On-Demand Tutorial: Learn How to Make a Star Book

If you don't have time to participate in a live class, this tutorial is for you.  Watch any time, and as many times as you'd like!  Once you register for the class, within a few hours I will send you a link to the lesson.  You will get the step-by-step instructions as I demonstrate how to make a star book.   Please make sure the email address associated with your Paypal account is the one you want me to send the information to. International (and Canadian) students may pay for the class through Paypal:  www.Paypal.me/kitdavey.  (Please make sure to include your email address and the tutorial you want to see!).

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On Demand Tutorial: How to Make a Tunnel Book

Learn how to make a 4 panel tunnel book at your leisure. Watch any time, and as many times as you'd like!  Once you register for the class, within a few hours I will send you a link to the lesson.  You will get the step-by-step instructions as I demonstrate how to make this 3-dimensional book.   Please make sure the email address associated with your Paypal account is the one you want me to send the information to. International (and Canadian) students may pay for the class through Paypal:  www.Paypal.me/kitdavey.  (Please make sure to include your email address and the tutorial you want to see!).

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FREE Tutorial:  Learn how to make a heart-shaped book.  You only need a few pieces of paper and some simple tools to make this cute book. 

My step-by-step instructions make it easy to construct.  You can watch it whenever you want, as many times as you want.  Copy and paste the link below into your browser to get to the tutorial.

https://youtu.be/T17OZe56D_A

FREE Tutorial!  Learn how to make an "Open House".  With just one piece of paper and some embellishments you can make this paper "sculpture".

Step by step instructions you can watch whenever you want, as many times as you want.  Copy and paste the link below into your browser to watch the tutorial:  https://youtu.be/QXrP64xLurQ

 

If you like the video, please subscribe to my channel. I add free videos often!

 

FREE Online Tutorial!  Learn how to make a Triangular Accordion book.  Using only one 6" by 6" piece of paper you can made this unusual book.

Step by step instructions you can watch whenever you want, as many times as you want.  Copy and paste the link below into your browser to watch the tutorial:  https://youtu.be/VeEXsSMyHrA

 

If you like the video, please subscribe to my channel. I add free videos often!

 

 

FREE ONLINE TUTORIAL!  How to make a box from playing cards. 

Just fold and tuck 21 cards and you end up with a cool cube-shaped box.  Step by step instructions you can watch whenever you want, as many times as you want.  Copy and paste the link below into your browser to watch the tutorial:

https://youtu.be/jOLaBm0JY9A

FREE!  Online Tutorial:  How to Make a Spool Book

Convert a wooden thread spool into a cool scroll book with a ribbon closure.  Step by step instructions you can watch whenever you want, as many times as you want.  Copy and paste the link below into your browser to watch the tutorial:

https://youtu.be/cK9AzULP7Tk

FREE Tutorial:  Learn how to make a flower-shaped book.  I guide you through the step-by-step instructions so that you can make a book that looks like a flower when open.  Copy and paste the link below to watch the video:

https://youtu.be/xmwxkN_sLvA

 

 

FREE On line Tutorial!

Learn how to make a squash book.  Step by step instructions you can watch whenever you want, as many times as you want.  Copy and paste the link below to watch the tutorial:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xti0Qxn8AJk&t=6s

FREE TUTORIAL!  Learn how to make an origami box.  Using only two pieces of paper you can fold the box in less than 5 minutes.  Makes a great gift box or storage container for small things.  Click the link below to view the video:

https://youtu.be/E7YHGaxMpgk

FREE!  One demand tutorial:  Learn How to Make a Beautiful Paper Bag

I show you how to fold any rectangular piece of paper into a sweet paper bag that you can use for gift giving or to make a luminario. 

Click on the link to see the video on YouTube:

https://youtu.be/YRMUjo0YKow

FREE!  On-line informational video: 

Bookmaking Tools, Papers, and Ideas, plus a Studio Tour!

In this 24 minute video I share:

•my favorite tools

•papers I use in my bookmaking

•what to do with leftover paper scraps

•where I get my ideas and

•a tour of my messy studio!

I hope you'll get some information that will help you in your artistic endeavors.  Click on this link to view the video on YouTube:

https://youtu.be/DxfXgmiWXRg

 

 

FREE Tutorial:  Learn How to Make a Book From Envelopes.  In this video I show you how to make your own envelopes, (or, if want, you can use ready-made ones) and how to combine them to make an accordion book.  Click on the link below to watch it on YouTube:

https://youtu.be/jhw34haf_BE

FREE Tutorial:  Five Washi Tape Projects

In this video I show you several fun and easy things to do with your collection of washi tapes.  Plus, if you want to add to your collection, my viewers are extended a 10% discount at www.TheWashiTapeShop.com.  Just use the code DAVEYKIT10 when you check out.  Here is the link to the YouTube video:

https://youtu.be/1NMPZPL_37c

FREE Tutorial!  Learn how to make a Meander Book with Pockets

This accordion book is made from a single piece of paper! I will teach you how to cut and fold it so you end up with a sweet little book that has 3 pockets, 3 mini cards and a "belly band"----using only an 8 1/2" by 11" sheet of paper! This is a great project for beginning or advanced bookmakers and crafters.  Click on this link to watch it on YouTube:

https://youtu.be/KhWqtrY42ks

FREE Tutorial!  Learn how to make a house-shaped book.    I will teach you how to fold and cut a single sheet of paper so you can make a cute mini book in the shape of a house.  Once you know how to make the book you can scale it up or down to make a large or small book.  Click on the link to view the video:  https://youtu.be/cxGgyujtY_U

FREE Tutorial!  Learn how to make an accordion book with triangular pockets.  It only takes a few minutes to make this book out of a single piece of paper and a needle and thread.  Once you learn how to make the book you can scale it up or down to make a larger or smaller book.  Click on the link to view the video:  https://youtu.be/Sc5KaffEfcs 

FREE TUTORIAL! 

Learn how to make a one page book with pockets!

Using an 8 1/2" by 11" piece of paper you can make a book with 4 pockets. Once you know how to make it you can scale it up or scale it down. Great to store artist trading cards, ephemera or photos.

Click below to watch the video:

https://youtu.be/eTmfUkwZDEQ

FREE Tutoria!  Learn how to make an accordion book that has no-glue covers and a removable spine.  This is a quick alternative to a traditional binding.

Click below to access the video:

https://youtu.be/Mofba1elvwU

 

 

FREE TUTORIAL:  Learn how to make a mini photo book.  You can take your old snapshots and compile them into an easy-to-make book. 

Click below to access the video:

https://youtu.be/BYTqkEC662I

 

 

FREE TUTORIAL:  I will show you how to make a booklet with a ribbon binding.  Makes a nice little notebook, or a gift!

Click below to access the video:

https://youtu.be/bF0vdkxSJj8

 

 

FREE Tutorial!  Learn how to make a matchbook book.  Remember when you used to get free matchbooks at restaurants and hotels?  Well now you can make your own little book that looks like one.

Click below to access the video:

https://youtu.be/kOxVUqufKnQ

 

 

FREE Tutorial!  Learn how to make a book with a beaded spine.  This simple booklet can be used for notes, sketches, poetry----whatever!  And the beads on the spine make it so special. Click below for access to the video:

https://youtu.be/kfJ0OAuhyFw

 

 

 

FREE TUTORIAL!  Learn how to make a Woven Accordion Book. 

I show you how to weave two accordions together to make a simple, sculptural book.  Click on the link to view the tutorial: https://youtu.be/qFYWM-vGYV8

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One-on-One Private Sessions with me!

Want private instruction to create a book or get advice on how to work through your project?  We can set up a lesson, or series of lessons, with just you and me.  $60/hr. with a 2 hour minimum. Call or email me to set up your lesson: 650-346-0520 or kitdavey@aol.com.  This offer is for individuals; if you want a group lesson, please contact me.

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