Bookbinding by Step Guide : Book by Kathy Abbott

The craft of bookbinding has a long history and tradition. It has developed through the ages and is now enjoying a period of renewed popularity and creativity. Whether you are a beginner or an established bookbinder wishing to refresh your memory, this practical book introduces the techniques with step-by-step instructions and photographs. It explains how to transform a few sheets of paper and some thread into a book to be proud of. For the more experienced, the author also covers how to work with leather to create classic, professional bindings.

Topics include: Single-section bindings; paperback and hardback multi-section bindings; full cloth case, photograph album, quarter leather binding with paper or cloth-covered sides, and wrap-around structure containers; phase box, slipcase and portfolio case.

Hardback:160 pages

Dimensions: 25.9 x 21.6 x 1.5 cm

ISBN-13: 978-1847971531

Note: Books are VAT exempt