The Classic Tool Box

Instructor: Nancy Akerly ( artist bio )

Venue: Online (Zoom)

Dates: Friday—September 5 & 12, 2025

Time: PT, 10 AM – approximately 1:30 PM, including breaks, with classroom doors opening at 9:50 AM

Skill Level: ALL, some box making experience helpful

Class Description:
Using a combination of Cartonnage techniques and panel construction, create a Tool Box perfect for bookbinding and Cartonnage, embroidery, sewing, or a wide variety of other materials and tools. You will use archival bookboard, bookcloth, and strong Japanese papers as well as learning how to attach both a handle and clasp to keep your tools and supplies secure. A challenge for the beginning box-maker, you can create this practical and beautiful tool box and  you can personalize it to meet your specific needs.

Class Kits: Class materials kits will be sent by the instructor. Shipping and kit costs are included in the class price.*

Tools & Supplies: All tools and some supplies to be provided by registrant. Guidance will be offered in SDBA’s timely Welcome Letter or the teacher’s PDFs.

Class Recordings: Recordings will be available for two months following each class, for registered students only.

Class Fees:
Early Enrollment Program (EEP): $272
Member: $340
Non-member: $415

Early Enrollment Program (EEP) is a member only, non-refundable discount. Join SDBA at checkout for reduced class fees.

*International Shipping Note: We adore our worldwide community of book artists! Please, we ask for your awareness that increased costs for International Shipping must be covered by the registrant and paid directly to SDBA. Each individual will be notified of the extra amounts due.

EEP Deadline: July 5, 2025
Registration Deadline: August 5, 2025