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Participating in the Rag & Pulp Bookbinding Exhibition
Last year, I was invited to bind a book for the Rag & Pulp bookbinding exhibition hosted by UPPERCASE magazine. To be...
The Mesmerizing World of Fine Binding in Bookbinding
What is a fine binding? I get this question a lot from my fellow bookbinders. It's a term you'll see floating around...
How to Sew the Chain Stitch Bookbinding Pattern
The chain stitch bookbinding pattern dates back to the 2nd century C.E. The words "chain" and "coptic" are often used...
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HOW TO MAKE A HARDCOVER COPTIC JOURNAL
An easy-to-create, beautiful, hardcover flat lay book for your writing, drawing & more..
IS IT REALLY NECESSARY TO WAX THREAD?
Do we REALLY need to wax bookbinding thread? Let’s explore the how, why and…
GRAIN DIRECTION
Grain direction is critical to a long-lasting book! I’ll show you two easy ways to find it in paper, book board & more.
HOW TO BIND SINGLE PAGES OR SHEETS OF PAPER
Understanding how to bind single pages is usually the reason people hear about book binding in the first place…
PAPER QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
Finding the right paper for bookbinding can be tough! Here, I answer 10 of the most commonly asked questions for you.
LEARN ABOUT THE JAPANESE STAB BINDING
Learn all about this beginner-friendly technique that’s perfect for single sheets. Bind a thesis, children’s artwork & more.
