This is a flat back book. I used some scrapbook paper that I had laying around for the covers. The spine is made with fabric. You wouldn't know it was actually hand made until you peek inside and see my stitching. This is the book that I accidentally cut and had to start all over. I am glad I did, because it turned out much better than the first.
One of the trickiest parts is sewing on the endband. That little yellow and white thing at the top. You sew it with silk thread and attach it to the book at the same time. You really need 4 hands to do this easily, but have to learn with what you've got. I am really happy with how they turned out.
Paper case binding with a rounded spine. This book is made with one piece of handmade paper (not by me) and is constructed entirely by folding. I love the feel of this book. My teacher called it a very "organic" book. I didn't really know what she was talking about until I finished it. The feel of handmade paper is fabulous - very artsy and yes organic.
Other than the rounded spine and constructing the cover I also learned how to do clasps and how to sew a different kind of endband that looks better with this style of book.
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This is such a fascinating hobby. Where are you learning to do this? I love paper and I love books. Now I want to hear what you're going to write in these.
You are amazing! I seriously want to take that class one day--any info--name and such--would be helpful for me :D Or, I can just hire you to make me books :D sounds like the better plan to me.
What am I going to write in these? Well the books that I make for class I will just keep as prototypes. I have some ideas for other books that I make. Journals of course and writing/sketch books for my kids. Gifts of course. I would like to print out my blog and bind it. Like with other crafts you enjoy making them, but then start to give them away just because you don't need that many books!
I am taking the class down at BYU. You have to register for a semester night class. I believe that the U library offers some classes, but that is about it. Not very many options.
These are beautiful. You have done a wonderful job. Youre very talented!
Those books look amazing. I can't believe how good they look. What a great hobby
So professional looking! The green one at the top looks like something you would buy from a store. You've got talent!
Wow! I'm amazed! They are beautiful!
Those books are so lovely!! Next time we are over there I would love to see them!! Oh, and I looked at your recipe blog. I'm exctied to try some of them, and you also inspired me to keep one as well. It's a collaboration from anyone that wants to author on it. Ralae made it after I mentioned your to here. So, it's RandMrecipes.blogspotcom. I think.
Uh, I think they look very professional! That first one looks store bought. The second one is so original. What a fun hobby.
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