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Accordion books have been around for centuries but are often overlooked. This class explores how something as simple and unassuming as an accordion book can transform into three dramatic, sculptural artists books. The accordion form is deceptively simple, but is the foundation for all kinds of innovative, modern structures. Learn a simple accordion as the foundation, then explore how to evolve the form in three different ways: as a flag book, a tunnel book, and a carousel book. Break through the practical purpose of basic accordion form and create something unique and beautiful that elevates simplicity into art.
Learn how to:
Here’s what you’ll need:
- Long strips of paper cut from a 24" drawing pad
- Davey board for book covers
- Cardstock
- Variety of decorated paper, including paper with images (old calendar, magazines, photographs) in different weights
- Scissors or X-Acto knife
- Mat knife
- Cutting surface
- Piercing tool, such as an awl or push pin
- Glue stick or double sided tape / Tombow adhesive
- PVA glue with brush or roller
- Paper clips or binder clips
- Bone folder
- Embroidery needle
- Linen thread or embroidery floss
- Ruler (preferably 24"or longer) and a triangle or square (optional)
- Pencil
For the Carousel Book:
- Layer 1:
- Two sheets of paper cut to 22" x 5"
- Folded into 2-7/8" wide pages
- Layer 2:
- One sheet of paper cut to 22-3/4" x 5"
- One sheet of paper cut to 19-1/2" x 5"
- Mark first fold at 13" on both sheets
- Folded into 3-1/4" wide pages
- Layer 3:
- One piece of paper cut to 24" x 5"
- One piece of paper cut to 16" x 5"
- Mark first fold at 16" on the 24" sheet
- Folded into 4" wide pages
Downloads:
- Make an accordion book
- Make a flag book
- Make a tunnel book
- Make a carousel book
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Accordion Book as Art Form Reviews
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Martha Mihaly Black
Very clear instructions, plus many options for expanding on this basic accordion structure.
1 day ago
Ronita Kalyk
I was in the process of making my decision about whether to continue my Creativebug subscription when I came across this class. THis class alone is worth a year's subscription! Such a lovely instructor and inspiring content. Thank you!!!
4 days ago
Lee Mullen
A very interesting spin on a very old concept. I'm looking forward to experimenting with it
December 20, 2024
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