Print + Books

Slow Stitched Book Covers

  • Schedule Saturday, 10 AM - 1 PM
  • Start Date August 1, 2026
  • Location Intergenerational Center for Arts and Wellness
  • Studio Generations Ctr. Meeting Room - 603
  • Level Beginner
  • Suitable for Ages 14 - Adult

This class will guide you in creating a hand sewn and embellished book cover to enhance and protect your treasured tomes! Collage together beautiful pieces of fabric, lace and ribbon to create a one of a kind book cover. Raw edge applique and slow stitching will be used to embellish the fabric, and basic hand sewing techniques will be taught.

Instructor

Andrea Raines

Andrea Raines

Originally from Alexandria, VA, Andrea earned her undergraduate degree in Studio Art from Smith College in 2002, and her Masters in Arts of Teaching Art in 2003. Since then, she has taught art to students k-12 for 20 years in… Read more