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Workshops

North Branch Projects offers a variety of bookbinding workshops at locations, mostly throughout the Chicagoland area. Several schools, community organizations, cultural institutions, corporations, and individuals' homes and studios host opportunities to learn about the book arts.

We welcome invitations from other organizations as well as private parties and work with students from preschool age to seniors. Workshops run from one to three hours. Rates vary depending on number of participants, type of workshop activity, and specific needs of the event host. Please reach out and inquire about possibilities by emailing Regin Igloria directly at northbranchprojects@gmail.com or clicking here.

Students from Steel City Academy in Gary, IN take part in a workshop during the school's Gear & Flame Week.

Upcoming:

Bookbinding Techniques with Regin Igloria and the WasteShed

Learn basic bookbinding techniques in a collaborative workshop. Participants will come away with 3-4 hand-bound books, from zines to pamphlet variations. Both traditional and non-traditional modes of production will be shared, with an emphasis on the use of recycled and repurposed materials. All materials and tools are provided. No experience necessary.

** For teens ages 13-19 **

Saturday, December 6, 2025

1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Legler Regional Library

115 S. Pulsaki Road

Chicago, IL 60624

Intro to Bookbinding

Join visual artist Regin Igloria—founder and director of North Branch Projects and leader of Community Binding workshops across Chicagoland since 2010 for an engaging introduction to the art of bookbinding. In this collaborative, hands-on class, participants will learn foundational bookbinding techniques while creating 3–4 handbound books, ranging from zines to unique pamphlet variations.

Regin will share both traditional and non-traditional approaches, emphasizing the creative use of recycled and repurposed materials. All tools and supplies are provided, and no prior experience is needed. Just curiosity and a willingness to explore the handmade book form. Skilled children are welcome to attend alongside their accompanying adult. Please note that each participant, both adults and children, must have their own ticket.

COST: $48

Saturday, January 10, 2026

11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Elawa Farm Foundation

1401 Middlefork Dr

Hay Barn

Lake Forest, IL 60045