Intro to Typesetting & Letterpress Workshop

Learn how to set metal type by hand and letterpress print on a platen press. We'll be using similar methods that Gutenberg used 500+ years ago, except we won’t be working by candlelight! Christy will give an overview of printing history, printer's measurements, type case layouts, composing sticks and type lock-ups. Participants will typeset their name or a short line of type, select an ink color and print 20 personalized notecards. You’ll also receive 20 matching envelopes and a stationery box.

Workshop size: up to three people, ages 18 and up.

Time commitment: 3 to 4 hours

Cost: $150 per person

"I thoroughly enjoyed the introduction to letterpress workshop. The space is very inviting. Christy is welcoming, patient and informative. The presses are adorable. The entire experience was really lovely. I would like to try a poster next."

– Laurie H., Madison, Wis.
"This workshop totally de-mystified typesetting for letterpress for me...The class size was perfect, three learners, and we all came away with beautiful custom correspondence cards of our own design. Christy is a kind and patient teacher, and has a terrific workspace. I highly recommend this workshop."

– Jennifer D., Sister Bay, Wis.
"I had a wonderful time in this class! I learned a lot and was able to get hands-on with the process of setting type and printing what I'd set. As a bonus, I now have some hand-made inserts to add to my Christmas cards!"

– Wil T., Verona, Wis.
"I very much enjoyed [this] workshop. Christy is very knowledgeable and has several different style presses. She covered historical information and built it right into the class. We were hands on with practice...and then Christy guided us thru the setup and we were printing our own note cards!"

– Steve C., Rockford, Ill.
"Excellent introduction to the history of typesetting with hands-on activities and a beautiful set of personalized stationery to take home. The space and materials were very well-organized."

– Mariko P., Madison, Wis.
"Christy taught me things I didn’t even know I needed to learn. She taught key terms, reasoning behind processes and some history of the medium. She walked me through the entire operation. Christy’s a great instructor. So much personal attention and really hands-on."

– Erika H., Middleton, Wis.

Intro to Typesetting & Letterpress Workshop

"I thoroughly enjoyed the introduction to letterpress workshop. The space is very inviting. Christy is welcoming, patient and informative. The presses are adorable. The entire experience was really lovely. I would like to try a poster next."

"I had a wonderful time in this class! I learned a lot and was able to get hands-on with the process of setting type and printing what I'd set. As a bonus, I now have some hand-made inserts to add to my Christmas cards!"

"I very much enjoyed [this] workshop. Christy is very knowledgeable and has several different style presses. She covered historical information and built it right into the class. We were hands on with practice...and then Christy guided us thru the setup and we were printing our own note cards!"

"Excellent introduction to the history of typesetting with hands-on activities and a beautiful set of personalized stationery to take home. The space and materials were very well-organized."

"Christy taught me things I didn’t even know I needed to learn. She taught key terms, reasoning behind processes and some history of the medium. She walked me through the entire operation. Christy’s a great instructor. So much personal attention and really hands-on."

To schedule a workshop experience, please contact us.

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