The past two weekends I took classes to learn how to bind journals and books using Japanese Stab and Coptic binding methods. I enjoyed it very much and I’m excited to share my projects, and to use these binding methods in the future.
Four Japanese Stab Binding Stitches.
Four Needle Coptic Stitch
Lindy Low LeCoq 
I love the four needle Coptic stitch. I wish they had classes like that here. When I lived in WA they always had super cool classes at the university, often free. Where I live now I can find classes on bbq, smoking your bbq and neighborhood watch programs. Ugh.
This one was offered through the Independent Publishing Resource Center (IPRC) in Portland, OR. You might want to explore art supply stores and publishing places in your area to see if any offer classes!
That’s a great idea…thank you!
Very nice! Was it difficult to learn?
It could have been very confusing, but the young woman who taught the class was very clear and went at a pace that was just right. Also, it was a small class (4 people) so if someone got tangled or lost, she could help us right away!