Tuesday, July 30, 2019

Bookbinding Made Easy + A Giveaway

ATGLEN, PA - Schiffer Publishing, Ltd. would like to introduce Introduction to Bookbinding & Custom Cases: A Project Approach for Learning Traditional Methods
 by
Tom Hollander
Cindy Hollander

The high quality of traditional bookbinding is renowned, and while apprenticeships are difficult to come by today, this step-by-step guide by expert hand-binders is the next best thing. Teaching you valuable beginning- and intermediate-level skills, using their trademark hands-on approach, the Hollanders explain the basics of the craft, then guide you through five projects. Detailed instructions and photos help you to success. You’ll master the pamphlet book style, the flat-back book, the round-back book, and the construction of slipcases and clam shell boxes for decorative book protection. Along with formulas to help you navigate making your own custom-size books, an extensive glossary of bookbinding terms and a list of resources offer ongoing support. A gallery of the authors’ handmade books and boxes provides inspiration.



I have wanted to do bookbinding for at least two years now and watch so many You Tube videos on how to get started. Slowly but surely I have started getting some of the supplies necessary and collecting books so I can use the covers. I am also organizing my signatures so I know how large of  book I need for each project. I still need a few more items but this book makes me feel like I shouldn't be afraid anymore. Just go for it.


The book is full of step-by-step instructions from covering your books, to stitching your signatures and the best way to size your pieces. I love that every section has a colorful photo. I learn by watching so this really is helpful to me and probably why I feel like I got this! I cannot wait to post my first book. I am full of ideas and motivated to get started.



I hope to do at least one Junk Journal, and a Book of Cards for my husband and children featuring cards they received for their birthday's.


If you are interested in learning more visit Schiffer Publishing

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Disclaimer: I received a complimentary product for my honest opinion. No monetary compensation was offered.

5 comments:

  1. My favorite craft project is scrapbooking we really enjoy it.

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  2. Shell Art live in Florida love Shell Crafts

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  3. I make things with old wine bottles. Wind chimes, lamps, lanterns, incense burners...anything I can think of!

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  4. I like rebuilding furniture.

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  5. My favorite craft project at the moment is beads with the grandchildren. Necklaces, bracelets, headbands.

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