Book binding tools diy

Discover Pinterest’s best ideas and inspiration for Book binding tools diy. Get inspired and try out new things.
37 people searched this
·
Last updated 1mo
an open book with white paper taped to it's sides and the pages are folded in half

This bookbinding tutorial was originally written by myself as a contribution to a LiveJournal bookbinding group, circa 2004. That group is no more, so the tutorial lives on here. Apologies for the poor quality of photos! Do you want to learn about binding books? Here is everything basic that you need to know in one...

250
the diagram shows different types of scissors and shears for cutting metal bars, which are cut into equal lengths

Here's a great way to compliment all your etsy gifts and in a pinch this can serve as a last minute gift too. This binding is simple, elegant and adds a unique touch to the everyday card or book. You can use single sheets of paper, so you can use smaller pieces of paper, even scraps. You can use as many pages as you’d like, for a little book, or a few, like I’m doing now, to make a card. This ones for my pops. Heres what you’ll need: + a selection of papers (best to have heavy stock papers…

3.5k
a wooden box sitting on top of a table with nails stuck in the wood and text reading book binding press

Booking Binding Press: In this guide, I show how I made this bookbinding press. It's a super easy project, so it's also quite a short video. I wanted to make a few notebooks for a while now, I usually have a few different ones and was fed up with buying them, so thought I…

64
the parts of a typical case - bound book are shown in this diagram, with labels on each side

Self-publishers wishing to publish print books may find that the casewrap vs dust jackets vs paperback decision can be a tough one to make. What are the important differences?

17.8k
the instructions for how to tie a handmade long - stitch

To make this book you will need: A cover sturdy enough to sew through, ideally, thick leather. Decorative thread, sturdier is better. Text block, prepared to Longstitch method: four sewing stations, evenly spaced for an even pattern, or different if you're feeling adventurous. Pierce the leather with the same sewing stations. Embellishments could be added where the stitches cross, or anywhere you like, really. Instructions:

164
the diagram shows different parts of an air conditioner

How to Leather Bind a Paperback: Turn an ordinary paperback book into a leather bound masterpiece... without any fancy tools or techniques. I've spent quite a few hours scouring bookstores, libraries, and the web for the answer to a simple question: how can I put leather on my pap…

95
an image of a door with measurements for the front and back doors, including the top panel

Leather Binding a Paperback: a New and Improved Guide: Last year I wrote a fairly popular guide on leather-binding paperbacks. Since then I've done some more experimenting and come up with a method that I think is a bit easier and turns out nicer. I will: Stick to tools you probably have lying aroun…

213
books on a table with the title diy books on a budget

My 5-Day Little Library Challenge is the perfect opportunity for mixed media artists, painters, quilters, and any other crafters to level up their skills. I'll provide step-by-step instructions on how to make your own version of these adorable handmade book! 📚

116

Related interests

Book binding tools diy and more

Explore related boards