Sunday’s workshop will see Peter show people how to create their own embossing pattern, and three A6 embossed-cover, perfect-bound blank notebooks.
Peter has a number of unique machines, which he has modified, that he uses for each part of the book-making process.
He has on old pastry press that he found at a second-hand store, which he reverse-engineered and is great for embossing.
It is reminiscent of one of Leonardo da Vinci’s inventions – and sits below a poster of the Renaissance genius’ iconic Vitruvian Man.
But the contraption that screams Kiwi No.8 wire is his binding machine,
which uses an electric iron to heat the glue.
Peter says he looks forward to seeing people come in to create their own books.
To enrol in the workshop call Kath McLaughlin on (06) 8675366 or email mikecat52@gmail.com
Bookbinding and embossing workshop, Sunday, March 18. Dreamspace gallery and studio, 61 Carnarvon Street. Fee $50 for Gisborne Arts Society members, $55 for non-members.