Adventures in Bookbinding Handcrafting Mixed-Media Books

145 Pages·2011·80.078 MB·English

by  Jeannine Stein

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Text© 2011 by Quarry Books
Digital edition: 978-1-61058-021-2
Softcover edit ion: 978-1-59253-687-0
All rights reserved. No part of this book may be
reproduced in any form without written permission Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data available
of the copyright owners. However, the publisher
grants permission for the purchaser of this Stein, Jeannine.
book to copy the patterns for personal use. All Adventures in bookbinding: handcrafting
images in this book have been reproduced with mixed-media books I Jeannine Stein.
the knowledge and prior consent of the artists p.cm.
concerned, and no responsibility is accepted ISBN-13: 978-1-59253-687-0 (flexibound)
by the producer, publisher, or printer for any ISBN-10: 1-59253-687-5 (flexibound)
infringement of copyright or otherwise, arising ISBN-13: 978-1-61058-021-2 (e-book)
from the contents of this publication. Every effort 1. Bookbinding--Handbooks, manuals, etc. 2. Handicraft. I. Title.
has been made to ensure that credits accurately Z271.S73 2011
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INTRO DU CTI 0N
BOOKS ARE MY PASSION. The first book I ever made-a crafts into my books. Since doing that, my books have be
cased-in journal with a hard spine-seemed like a magi come more interesting, new creative paths have opened, and
cal creation, and I was completely enthralled with creating I feel more confident and capable as a book artist and crafter.
books by hand. When I started making these mixed-media books, I
Since then, I've explored making books with a variety wasn't the only one intrigued by the idea. I showed a friend,
of materials, structures, and purposes. And although books an accomplished crocheter, a leather journal I made with a
are my primary focus, bookbinding isn't the only skill in scallop-crocheted border, and she instantly wanted to know
my repertoire. how to make it. I realized that integrating other crafts with
Like many crafters, I've learned how to do a lot of things bookbinding would be a great way to get artists and craft
throughout the years. As a child, I sewed, did needlepoint, ers excited about creating their own books, photo albums,
knitted, and embroidered. And as an adult, I've learned journals, and sketchbooks. I thought it might also get book
how to make jewelry, weave, quilt, crochet, and work with artists interested in incorporating different materials and
polymer clay and metal. A crafter's curiosity is perpetual mediums into their work.
as soon as we see an amazing handmade creation we usually You may fall in love with new techniques or rediscover
want to learn how to make it. old ones while creating these books. I had so much fun
I may not be a master at everything, but I like the fact making these projects, and I hope you enjoy making them
that I know enough to put together a quilt or a necklace if as well.
the mood strikes. I can also incorporate elements of those
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HOW TO USE THIS BOOK -,I- ------------------,I - The shortcut projects are for those
The illustrated step-by-step projects in this book are geared : SHORTCUT : who like the look of a particular craft
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to those who have some experience in a craft, or to novices but want a quick way to get there.
who are intrepid enough to dive in and give it a try. They're The shortcut quilted book, for example, uses a cut-up vin-
designed to be fun and stress-free, and the bindings are tage quilt for the covers.
straightforward. Some of the books are intended as sketch -·------------------_,_ The master-level projects take the
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books and have extra features such as pockets and foldouts. MASTER : books to new heights. I asked various
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Since sketchbooks are personal items, and artists have I I highly skilled artists to create the
definite likes and dislikes about types and styles of paper, covers, and then I bound the books to show how the proj-
feel free to substitute whatever paper you like to work with. ects can be collaborative. These books are meant to be both
I find that 90-lb. (185 gsm) watercolor paper is perfect for inspirational and a catalyst to foster creative partnerships.
almost any medium and isn't too heavy to work with in a Books are meant to be used-don't let them languish
text block. on a shelf or in a drawer. Remember that a handmade book
Each of the step-by-step projects contains a primer and comes to life when it's filled not with blank pages, but with
instructions on the specific craft to help you get started. words, drawings, photographs, paintings, and collages.
If the craft is new to you or you haven't done it in a while, Creating things by hand is always an adventure, and I en
take a little time to practice techniques with scrap materi courage you to take the plunge and start exploring.
als. It will make the process more satisfying and ultimately
produce better results.
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LEARNING THE BASICS of bookbinding makes for more A few of the materials used in the various projects may
successful and trouble-free projects. If you're new to creat be unfamiliar to some experienced binders. But give them
ing books by hand, familiarize yourself with these tips and a shot- working with supplies such as felt, fabric, clay,
tools. After a while, tasks such as folding paper and punch and yarn will expand your repertoire and open new creative
ing signatures will become second nature and streamline paths. Feel free to substitute bindings whenever possible,
the process. creating books that are distinctive and carry your signature.
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Bits of ephemera and embellishments for collage can be kept in
see-through vinyl pockets.
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