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“A beautiful and worthwhile book.” — Next Book Please
This innovative approach to bookbinding demonstrates an array of creative techniques that elevate handmade books into extraordinary works of art. Easy-to-follow, well-illustrated directions for more than 25 patterns explain how to make seven different kinds of books with pop-up panels and pages that “explode” from the spine as well as slipcases, tassels, and other distinctive features.
The guide begins with instructions for a simple accordion-fold book. Successive projects build on methods readers have already mastered and introduce new skills, including the pamphlet stitch, ideal for photo albums and scrapbooks; tacket binding, the versatile stitch of medieval Europe; and the Coptic stitch, employed by Christians of ancient Egypt. A full-color photo gallery, with contributions from more than 60 artists, offers further inspiration for enhancing and personalizing projects by using alphabets, bestiaries, botanical illustrations, and other designs. The author includes a glossary of terms as well as information on materials and tools.
“Well-written, imaginative — and just plain fun to read. I learned a lot about ways to make books that I never dreamed of. Ms. Laplantz is a creative genius.” — Bassocantor Reviews
“This is a gorgeous book filled with beautiful projects.” — The Sheepish Reader ‘n’ Writer
From the Publisher
Book Arts: Bookbinding, Lettering, Calligraphy & Typography
What is a book? Each of us may have a different definition but a book bound by hand can be a work of art. Dover has everything you need to know about book arts, from bookbinding to typography. Bookbinding titles contain detailed illustrated instructions for achieving beautiful hand-crafted volumes. Discover the history and manufacturing methods of papermaking and printmaking. You’ll find a treasure trove of hand lettering and lettering/font styles along with decorative elements, plus classic typographic image collections consisting of commercial signs, images, and fonts from rare sources. Unlock your creativity with these inspiring guides at www.doverpublications.com.
ASIN : 0486800377
Publisher : Dover Publications; First Edition, First (July 20, 2016)
Language : English
Paperback : 128 pages
ISBN-10 : 9780486800370
ISBN-13 : 978-0486800370
Item Weight : 1.04 pounds
Dimensions : 8.25 x 0.5 x 11 inches
Customers say
Customers find the book has clear instructions for creating books. They appreciate the illustrations and photos of projects. The book provides creative ideas and suggestions for making various books.
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