Contemporary Paper Bindings: manual, models

Contemporary Paper Bindings is a skill-building guide to bookbinding techniques, tools, and materials. Chapters on tools and supplies, ergonomics, signature preparation, endsheets, sewing, spine-lining, and working with case-weight papers precede complete instructions for crafting ten different paper binding structures. Each process is illustrated with numerous b&w photographs and diagrams. The manual ends with with a glossary and an extensive bibliography (many of the resources available online). The ten paper bindings presented here can be constructed in a sparsely equipped studio with minimal specialized tools or equipment. Most can be made with little or no adhesive.

These structures can serve as an introduction to basic bookbinding techniques. More experienced practitioners will learn how features from multiple bindings can be combined to create a new, custom structure to meet the requirements of any project. The book is also a valuable resource for anyone teaching bookbinding.

Structures include: Paper Case with Tuck-In Endsheets, Paper Case with Locking Spine, Laced Paper Case with Unsupported Sewing, Laced Paper Case with Supported Sewing, Paper Case with Adhesive Attachment, Exposed Sewing with Decorative Guards, Long Stitch through Slotted Paper Cover, Multi-Section Pamphlet, Double Pamphlet with Tipped Wrapper, German Stiffened Paper Binding.

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These models were made as demos while teaching a bookbinding workshop. They may include marks or notes made to aid students. Colors and patterns will vary. Cutaway models revealing structural features are sometimes available. Please note these models are made of blank paper, they are not bound copies of the Contemporary Paper Bindings manual. Contemporary Paper Bindings is available print on demand directly from Lulu.com.