Friday, Jan 31st, 1:30 PM EST

Presented by Celandine | Est. run time 2 hr.

This workshop will be recorded.

It’s all about drop caps - we will explore a lot of parameters of the lettrine package.

This workshop is for an Intermediate level. 

Saturday, Feb 1st, 12:30 AM EST

Presented by Parsley | Est. run time 1.5 hr.

This workshop will be recorded.

An informal lecture on the history of media fandom, fan studies as academic discipline, and most importantly, Tara Gilesbie's literary masterpiece, My Immortal.

Open to all experience levels.

Saturday, Feb 1st, 9.30 AM EST

Presented by Phoebe (Sayornim Press) | Est. run time 2 hr.

This workshop will be recorded.

In this class, I’ll walk attendees through the basics of taking a fic from AO3 to a completed, imposed typeset. I’ll also cover differences in method based on source (FFN, Project Gutenburg) and ways to work with GDocs’s limitations.

Open to all experience levels.

Presented by K (Bear Club Books) | Est. run time 1.5 hr.

This workshop will be recorded.

Join Bear Club Books to learn the basics of typography and book design! We'll cover topics like how to choose a font for your book, what information to put on your title page, and what rules of typography can be broken (and which ones shouldn't be!) Bring your questions - no question is too silly to be asked!

Open to all experience levels.

Saturday, Feb 1st, 10:00 PM EST

Presented by Tiffo (Fanbound Books), Robin (Robin’s Egg Bindery) & Des (Celestial Sphere Press) | Est. run time 1 hr.

This presentation will be recorded.

Renegade's annual organizational update.

2024 was an exciting year for Renegade! We have made a lot of big steps as an organization and we can't wait to share more about the past year's events and projects, our growth since 2020, and our goals for the near future.

Open to everyone.

Sunday, Feb 2nd, 3:00 PM EST

Presented by Daemonluna | Est. run time 1 hr.

This workshop will be recorded.

Are you allergic to annual subscriptions? Do you resent paywalls? Come explore the many options available through public domain, open source, and a bit of creativity and sheer stubbornness, and some tips and tricks to go beyond premade templates and personalize your typesets.

Open to all experience levels.

Sunday, Feb 2nd, 4:30 PM EST

Presented by Noodle (Noodle Book Press) | Est. run time 2 hr.

This workshop will be recorded.

A multipart series presenting all the steps in making a case bound fanfic from start to finish as a bind along aimed at helping newcomers make their first book, and letting others see another hobbyists steps.

This workshop is for a Beginner level. 

This workshop is part of a multi-part series.

Monday, Feb 3rd, 9.30 AM EST

Presented by Mick (Silent Sun Press) | Est. run time 2 hr.

This workshop will be recorded.

Ex Libris: All about bookplates, their history, and using them in your own personal library.

Open to all experience levels.

Monday, Feb 3rd, 2.30 PM EST

Presented by Lottie (Queercus Books) | Est. run time 2 hr.

This workshop will be recorded.

Typesetting in LaTeX.

Open to all experience levels.

Tuesday, Feb 4th, 4:00PM EST

Presented by Six | Est. run time 1.5 hr.

This workshop will be recorded.

We've all learned a lot over these past couple years -- am excited to share with ya'll the results of re-thinking and re-approaching the ideas of Imposition

Open to all experience levels.

Wednesday, Feb 5th, 8:30 AM EST

Presented by Katethereader | Est. run time 1.5 hr.

This workshop will be recorded.

Walkthrough of typesetting in Affinity with Q&A session.

This workshop is for a Beginner to Intermediate level. 

Thursday, Feb 6th, 9:00 PM EST

Presented by Owlwinter | Est. run time 1.5 hr.

This workshop will be recorded.

Never touched a Macro before? No problem! Macros are a super easy way to save hundreds of hours of typesetting work with the click of a button. In this talk, we will cover the basics of how to set up Macros from scratch, how to install and use the Blak Books Bindery Macros (which can typeset a book in a single click!), how to customize Macros, some very basic Macro syntax, and how to use debugging tools. Everything will be beginner friendly!

Having a subscription to Microsoft Word is recommended (so that you can follow the instructions on setting up and running Macros alongside the talk), but certainly not required.

Open to all experience levels./

Friday, Feb 7th, 10:30 AM EST

Presented by Noodle (Noodle Book Press) | Est. run time 1.5 hr.

This workshop will be recorded.

A multipart series presenting all the steps in making a case bound fanfic from start to finish as a bind along aimed at helping newcomers make their first book, and letting others see another hobbyists steps.

This workshop is for a Beginner level. 

This workshop is part of a multi-part series.

Friday, Feb 7th, 8:00 PM EST

Presented by Des (Celestial Sphere Press) & Manda (Pleasantboat Press) | Est. run time 1 hr.

This workshop will be recorded.

Do you find yourself wanting to experiment with your cover boards in unusual ways, or cut out interesting shapes in them? Are you interested in layering your boards to have paper and cloth peek through the different layers? If you do, and aren't sure where to start then this'll be the event for you!

This workshop is for a Beginner to Intermediate level.

Saturday, Feb 8th, 14:30 PM EST

Presented by Eka | Est. run time 2.5 hr.

This workshop will be recorded.

Let's make an Italian papercase binding from start to finish. Sewn on raised cords, this binding is simple and versatile, with lots of fun decorative opportunities. We'll also talk about the history of the structure and materials while we bind!

This workshop is for an Intermediate level. 

This workshop has a second part scheduled for Saturday, Feb 15th, at 2:30 pm.

Saturday, Feb 8th, 7:00 PM EST

Presented by Lofe (Lurid Aether Bindery) | Est. run time 2.5 hr.

This workshop will be recorded. 

Learn (one way) how to use Adobe InDesign to typeset a fic for beginners! Tips, tricks, falls and fumbles included.

This workshop is for a Beginner level. 

Sunday, Feb 9th, 10:00 AM EST

Presented by minx | Est. run time 2 hr.

This workshop will be recorded. 

Why the single-section conservation binding is a great construction for beginners; things to use your bookbinding skills for that are not books; and other things I've learned over the last few years that might be of interest to others.

A small tour of old projects, scrap piles and some relaxed beginners bookbinding.

Open to all experience levels.

Presented by jedifreac (Starblight Bindery), Marissa (Duran Binding), & 

medrengirl (Mourning Mountains Bindery) | Est. run time 1.5 hr.

This workshop will be recorded. 

Journey through time and space with the California server for a demonstration of three easy-to-learn and affordable surface decorating techniques!

We'll start with a tutorial on the 900-year old art of suminagashi water marbling, then launch into speckled, iridescent galaxy papers, followed by the the elegant paste paper technique popularized by 17th century German bookbinders. These budget-friendly and kid-friendly crafts are suitable for all skill levels.

Open to all experience levels.

Monday, Feb 10th, 4:00 PM EST

Presented by Jay (Rose Serpent Press) | Est. run time 2 hr.

This workshop will be recorded.

How to tan fish skins using typical kitchen ingredients for incorporation into bookbinding, and some ways to go about that! 🐟

Open to all experience levels.

Tuesday, Feb 11th, 5:30 PM EST

Presented by Eldahir | Est. run time 2.5 hr.

This workshop will be recorded.

Speed binding. How to bind a book in an hour or two (plus drying time) with glue and a sewing machine.

This workshop is for a Beginner level.

Wednesday, Feb 12th, 3:30 PM EST

Presented by Holly (Black Oak Bindery) | Est. run time 2 hr.

This workshop will be recorded.

This workshop is an introduction to working with leather for bookbinding. It will cover a variety of topics including:

  1. Types of leather and where to get them.

  2. How the different adhesives work with leather.

  3. Tools needed including a paring demo.

  4. Basic decoration tips.

Open to all experience levels.

Thursday, Feb 13th, 6:30 PM EST

Presented by Six | Est. run time 2 hr.

This workshop will be recorded.

2 hour speed run of assembling a mini!

Name of the game is "don't stand up!" -- have all your supplies on hand and typeset printed out. See the provided site for sample typesets and supplies. All skill levels welcome, moderate dexterity required - it's not about making a "pretty" book, it's about making a [very small] book as fast as you can!

(We'll be using the French Link Stitch to sew our textblocks)

https://sites.google.com/view/minibindalong2025/

 Open to all experience levels.

Friday, Feb 14th, 6:30 PM EST

Presented by Eka | Est. run time 2.5 hr.

This workshop will be recorded.

Let's get medieval and make some braided leather endbands! No book required--I'll provide instructions on how to prepare a board to practice on ahead of the session.

This workshop is for an Intermediate level.

Saturday, Feb 15th, 14:30 PM EST

Presented by Eka | Est. run time 2.5 hr.

This workshop will be recorded.

Let's make an Italian papercase binding from start to finish. Sewn on raised cords, this binding is simple and versatile, with lots of fun decorative opportunities. We'll also talk about the history of the structure and materials while we bind!

This workshop is for an Intermediate level. 

Saturday, Feb 15th, 6:00 PM EST 

Presented by jedifreac (Starblight Bindery) | Est. run time 2 hr

This workshop will be recorded. 

Whether it's a furry monstrosity or an engraved mirror, expand your trenchcoat of hobbies with this workshop that provides ideas, tips and tricks for unconventional cover designs. We'll cover (hardy har) innovative ways to use your Cricut (wood inlay, embossments, debossing), glass and aluminum etching, resin casting, disappearing print-ons, fiber arts, and more!

Open to all experience levels.

Sunday, Feb 16th, 2:30 PM EST

Presented by Lottie (Queercus Books) | Est. run time 2 hr.

This workshop will be recorded. 

[Description TBA]

Open to all experience levels.

Monday, Feb 17th, 1:30 PM EST

Presented by jedifreac (Starblight Bindery) | Est. run time 2 hr.

This workshop will be recorded.

Take your bookbinding on the go! This workshop will cover the basics of building a pochade box for "plein air" bookbinding. Not only does this let you take binding anywhere, it can also function as a tool organizer and lap desk for working on the couch. Best of all, you can easily slam it shut if someone gets close enough to get a peek at what you're binding...

Open to all experience levels.

Wednesday, Feb 19th, 4:30 PM EST

Presented by Noodle (Noodle Book Press) | Est. run time 2 hr.

This workshop will be recorded.

A multipart series presenting all the steps in making a case bound fanfic from start to finish as a bind along aimed at helping newcomers make their first book, and letting others see another hobbyists steps.

This workshop is for a Beginner level. 

This workshop is part of a multi-part series.

Thursday, Feb 20th, 7:30 PM EST

Presented by Aether | Est. run time 3 hr.

This workshop will be recorded.

Have you run into issues storing your materials, or trying to craft while avoiding an avalanche? Have you ever bought something twice because you couldn't find the first purchase? Would you like to see a few tips and tricks that might help, depending on your approach and work/storage space?

Open to all experience levels.

Friday, Feb 21st, 7:30 PM EST

Presented by Des (Celestial Sphere Press) | Est. run time 2 hr.

This workshop will be recorded.

Endbands - creation of double core endbands; material recommendations, technique, and troubleshooting advice.

This workshop is for an Intermediate level. 

Saturday, Feb 22nd, 7:30 PM EST

Presented by Lynn | Est. run time 2 hr.

This workshop will be recorded.

K-118 binding is a method of tightback binding, where the boards are attached to the book before covering and the spine of the cover is adhered to the spine of the book. The K-118 style is a rediscovery of an atypical binding method found on a book from the 1490s, where the boards are attached to the book via spine lining tabs instead of laced cords.

I presented on this binding style last year and, since then, our members have likely made the majority of K-118 bindings in the world. Let's go back & revisit the method and what worked in folks' experiments.

This workshop is for an Intermediate level.

Sunday, Feb 23rd, 2:30 PM EST

Presented by Noodle (Noodle Book Press) | Est. run time 1 hr.

This workshop will be recorded.

A multipart series presenting all the steps in making a case bound fanfic from start to finish as a bind along aimed at helping newcomers make their first book, and letting others see another hobbyists steps.

This workshop is for a Beginner level. 

This workshop is part of a multi-part series.

Wednesday, Feb 26th, 7:00 PM EST

Presented by Zee | Est. run time 2 hr.

This workshop will NOT be recorded.

Want to learn to create magical and dynamic book experiences through interactive elements? Come join us to explore basic structures you can use in your books! 

Structures:
-V folds (at different angles)
-Layer folds (centered, off-sides)
-Inverse folds
-Cutouts 

Suggested materials:
-Cardstock 100lbs or heavier (flashcards can work for prototyping)
-Artist's tape

This workshop is for a Beginner level. 

Friday, Feb 28th, All Day

Presented by TBA

Join us in the final hours of Binderary in an unstructured social voice chat to push for final finishing details, tackle procrastination, and celebrate what we've accomplished!

Open to all experience levels.