Discover the art of bookbinding with 'Introduction to Bookbinding and Custom Cases' by Tom Hollander. This comprehensive guide offers invaluable knowledge for both beginners and intermediate crafters. Learn traditional bookbinding techniques and elevate your skills to create beautiful, custom books and cases. The book features a step-by-step approach with easy-to-follow instructions and rich photographs that make the learning process enjoyable. You'll delve into essential projects, mastering various styles such as the pamphlet book, flat-back book, and round-back book, along with constructing elegant slipcases and clamshell boxes for protective storage. This guide also includes practical formulas for crafting custom size books, an extensive glossary of bookbinding terms, and a curated list of resources for further exploration. A stunning gallery showcasing the authors' handmade creations serves as an inspiration to fuel your creativity. Perfect for hobbyists, craft enthusiasts, and anyone interested in mastering the timeless art of bookmaking, this book is a must-have. Order now and start your journey into the fascinating world of bookbinding.

CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 217 x 280 mm
Pages: 208
Bind: hardback
Author: Tom Hollander Publisher: Schiffer Books
Publication Date: 30-05-2019

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 clamshell 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.

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