Book binding equipment is an important investment for any bindery, but it’s not all about the presses and guillotines. In fact, some of the most important tools in my studio aren’t even considered “bookbinding tools" and...
Book binding equipment is an important investment for any bindery, but it’s not all about the presses and guillotines. In fact, some of the most important tools in my studio aren’t even considered “bookbinding tools" and...
In two days, it will be Thanksgiving here in the United States. This is a US holiday tradition rooted in genuine peace, cooperation and friendliness between two unique worlds. It reminds me of a time where I felt vastly...
If I could pick one topic that has confused many bookbinders, it would be the difference between full, quarter, three quarter (3/4) and half leather binding types. The definition is pretty straight forward: "In a leather...
Before studying at the American Academy of Bookbinding, I thought a wooden bookbinding sewing frame was necessary to sew certain bindings. While a solid frame is highly desirable for sewing on cords, sewing on tapes is a...
Today, I'm giving you an overview of the case binding method. This method is used in bookbinding to create strong, flexible books intended to last for generations. The case binding itself dates back to the middle ages when...