Do I have to pay the parking fee to enter the park for this class?

No, your registration for your program includes entry into the park for the day but does not include admission for any non-registered guests. You are welcome to stay and explore the grounds after your class is over until the park closes for the evening.

Where does this class meet?

Our classes are hosted at a variety of locations throughout the Arboretum property. Details about each class's meeting location are shared with participants two days before the class.

Where can I find the promo code for my Arboretum Membership discount?

We share the discount code in our member newsletters a couple of times a year. If you are not sure what that code is, please email us at adulteducation@ncarboretum.org and we can share it with you if your membership is active.

Are there options to purchase food at the NC Arboretum?

Our Bistro is open from 10 am - 4 pm daily after March 1st, but this is subject to change. If you want to check before planning your meals around a class, please call the main Arboretum line at 828-665-2492. There are also vending machines located at each building with snacks and drinks available.

Can I bring my dog or child with me to this class?

No, for the safety, comfort, and respect of the other students, we do not allow students to bring unregistered guests or pets with them to class without prior approval.

Coptic Book Making Tickets, Thursday, Apr 2 from 12 pm to 4 pm

Overview

In this class we will use the twin needle technique to sew the binding in ancient Coptic technique.

Coptic Book Making

with Joyce Tromba

Thursday, April 2 | 12 – 4pm

The Coptic stitch bookbinding was first used in Egypt by the Copts in the 2nd Century AD. It has become popular again with hand bookmakers because of the beauty of it's exposed spine as well as the structure of the book which allows it to open flat. In this class we will use the twin needle technique to sew the binding.

This is a perfect sized book to keep with you for notes or sketches and would also make a lovely gift.

All materials will be provided, including a selection of papers for the covers and optional signature wraps but if you have some special paper you would like to use for the covers please contact me at joycetromba@gmail.com so I can give you advice about size and grain direction.

Joyce Tromba is happily settled into life in lovely Western North Carolina after living and teaching around the world for 30 years. Her travels have exposed her to many fiber traditions and she has always found groups of fiber folks wherever she was to share her making with. Joyce has 20+ years teaching design, sewing, knitting, quilting and bookmaking to High School students and adults. She has studied fiber and book and fiber arts at Penland, Arrowmont, John C. Campbell Folk School, and the Center for Book Arts in New York City. Her work can be found at Local Cloth where she also teaches natural dyeing, bookmaking and sewing classes..

Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions.
See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs.
We are committed to fostering a diverse, supportive learning community. If the cost of a class is a barrier for you, please complete this scholarship form and we will see what kind of assistance we can provide.
Follow us on Facebook & Instagram!
Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord!
Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here.

In this class we will use the twin needle technique to sew the binding in ancient Coptic technique.

Coptic Book Making

with Joyce Tromba

Thursday, April 2 | 12 – 4pm

The Coptic stitch bookbinding was first used in Egypt by the Copts in the 2nd Century AD. It has become popular again with hand bookmakers because of the beauty of it's exposed spine as well as the structure of the book which allows it to open flat. In this class we will use the twin needle technique to sew the binding.

This is a perfect sized book to keep with you for notes or sketches and would also make a lovely gift.

All materials will be provided, including a selection of papers for the covers and optional signature wraps but if you have some special paper you would like to use for the covers please contact me at joycetromba@gmail.com so I can give you advice about size and grain direction.

Joyce Tromba is happily settled into life in lovely Western North Carolina after living and teaching around the world for 30 years. Her travels have exposed her to many fiber traditions and she has always found groups of fiber folks wherever she was to share her making with. Joyce has 20+ years teaching design, sewing, knitting, quilting and bookmaking to High School students and adults. She has studied fiber and book and fiber arts at Penland, Arrowmont, John C. Campbell Folk School, and the Center for Book Arts in New York City. Her work can be found at Local Cloth where she also teaches natural dyeing, bookmaking and sewing classes..

Members: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions.
See a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs.
We are committed to fostering a diverse, supportive learning community. If the cost of a class is a barrier for you, please complete this scholarship form and we will see what kind of assistance we can provide.
Follow us on Facebook & Instagram!
Join our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord!
Interested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here.

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Highlights

4 hours
ages 18+
In person
Doors at 11:30 AM

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

Location

The North Carolina Arboretum

100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way

Asheville, NC 28806

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