| Description |
128 pages : illustrations, (chiefly color) ; 26 cm |
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regular print |
| Contents |
Introduction -- Materials -- Tools -- Rules -- 1. Bindings -- Pamphlet-stitch binding -- Single-section case-binding -- Multi-section case-binding -- Perfect binding -- Post binding -- Japanese stab binding -- Dos-à-dos -- Concertina binding -- Flag book -- Tunnel book -- Carousel book -- Flip book -- Portfolio binding -- 2. Page and cover -- Cutting and layering paper -- Surface sculpting -- Debossing -- Embossing -- Folding the page -- Pop-up -- 3. The complete book. -- Structure and narrative -- Surface, light, and shadow -- Transformations -- Pushing the boundaries |
| Summary |
This guide provides the essential ingredients for designing and making your own books, from simple binding and finishing techniques to complex complete products. Projects are designed to suit a variety of skill levels from beginner to advanced, and use a step-by-step approach to learning the necessary skills |
| Notes |
"A Quarto book." |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
Bookbinding -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
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Bookbinding.
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Books.
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| Genre/Form |
Handbooks and manuals.
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| LC no. |
2008016278 |
| ISBN |
9781592534555 (paperback) |
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