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Basic Book Repair:
Tools & Techniques

Would you like to save money by getting more uses per book? Would you like to keep that out-of-print book in circulation to meet your library patrons’ needs? Would you like to quickly repair simple problems rather than purchasing a replacement? Many repairs that can extend the life of your library collection are fast and simple, and can be done with easy-to-obtain, inexpensive materials.

This hands-on workshop is appropriate for a library staff member or volunteer who will be doing book repair. Emphasis will be on simple repairs for the everyday public or school library collection, rather than on archival or long-term preservation techniques.

Topics covered will include:

·         Basic book handling and cleaning, and some damage prevention measures

·         Materials needed for basic book repair and where to get them

·         How to repair a torn page & how to reinsert a loose page or group of pages

·         How to pamphlet bind and “cut” pages open

·         How to reattach a paperback cover and tighten hinges on a hardcover

·         Options to repair a worn spine or frayed corners

·         Introduction to some simple hardcover spine problems

·         When to cover, re-sew, encase, or rebind books

·         Resources for more information on book repair.

Supplies needed for the hands-on portion of the workshop will be provided; you may choose to bring your own book repair tools to work with, such as scissors, box cutter or Xacto knife, bone folder, and/or glue brush.

**OPTIONAL: BRING SOME DAMAGED BOOKS TO SHARE AND REPAIR – Some techniques will be tried “hands-on” with provided materials; there will also be some time to review and repair damaged items brought to the workshop by participants.**

Cost: Free
Friday, July 13, 2018
10 am to 1 pm
In-person class – Limit of 12 attendees
Middletown Library Service Center, 786 South Main Street, Middletown, CT 06457
To register, visit
https://cslib.libcal.com/event/4269941

See also Advanced Book Repair: Hardcover Techniques, taking place on Friday, July 27 from 10 am to 1 pm at MLSC. For details and to register for the advanced session, visit https://cslib.libcal.com/event/4269942

 

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