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"From the letter-press cover on thick cardboard to the simple, step-by-step instructions that are accompanied by illustrations and photos of finished products inside, this how-to will be the favorite of anyone who wants to make a book. Absolute beginners can be successful from the first page with an instant book-all that is needed is a sheet of paper. Besides paper, most projects call for the same three materials: awls, curved needles, and waxed thread. The most complicated one involves Coptic binding, which might take a couple of tries to get right but, even so, is doable. A resource list is included, as well as a bibliography of titles the author recommends. It is easy to see that bookmaking could become addictive. Crafty teens as well as those who create their own zines will want to take a look."
--"School Library Journal, "Charlotte Bradshaw, San Mateo County Library, CA
--"School Library Journal, "Charlotte Bradshaw, San Mateo County Library, CA
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From pamphlets and zines you can fold in a minute to luxurious leather journals and sumptuous sketchbooks, How to Make Books will walk you through the easy basics of bookmaking. Whether youre a writer, a scrapbooker, a political activist or a postcard collector, let book artist Esther K. Smith be your guide as you discover your inner bookbinder. Using foolproof illustrations and step-by-step instructions, Smith reveals her time-tested techniques in a fun, easy-to-understand way.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This is my desert island craft book. Indents of letterpress on a rough cardboard cover. Wobbly lined illustrations and photos of Purgatory's eclectic creations. Exquisite workmanship and original thought, that, thanks to Esther K. Smith's kindly tone, leaves you not weeping at your own inadequacy, but shot with starting pistol eagerness. It's exhilarating to be able to start immediately, as you will be able to take your Amazon invoice and fold the super easy, very satisfying, child winning "Instant Book". No glue required. It encourages not replication of another's work, but your own, unique journey in the book arts.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
step by step instructions, great pictures that explain each step and on each page the items you will need
14 Sep 2009
Format:Hardcover
I didn't know anything about making books before reading 'how to make books' by Esther Smith. What I've liked most about this books is that there are some very simple techniques that allows everyone to be able to make books, from the very start of the book. They may be very simple ones, but I'm really pleased that I can follow the techniques. I find the books fascinating and have never thought about the various materials that you can make books with, such as fabrics and carpet tiles! There are step by step instructions, great pictures that explain each step and on each page the items you will need. If I've managed to make a book from this, then I think the instructions must be very good!!
I think more on the equipment would be helpful, but there are links to websites where you can find out more.
I think more on the equipment would be helpful, but there are links to websites where you can find out more.
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
If you don't have a book on bookbinding then you may like this. It covers most types of basic binding. I don't think the drawn instructions are very clear.
If you already have books on bookbinding then you will find nothing new here.
If you already have books on bookbinding then you will find nothing new here.
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Excellent
This is a great book for learning how to construct handmade books. The instructions are very clear to follow and the examples shown are really lovely.
Published 1 month ago by Irish Artist
A MUST for those interested in making their own books!!!
This is a pleasing book from the covers(made in hard Kraft type card) to the inner pages....Lots of lovely easy ideas with diagrams for making simple basic books to the more... Read more
Published 2 months ago by dragonriding
Great making book and great for inspiration too
A lovely book - full of great ideas. Starts simple and goes on to more complex projects. Only disappointment is that it's printed in China...
Published 4 months ago by John Morse-brown
Excellent Book!
I have found this book very useful and informative. The book tutorials are easy to follow with helpful diagrams and I have successfully been able to make several of the books. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Amy
Pretty cool :)
I really really love this book. The projects are interesting and varied and the author is clear in her instructions. Read more
Published 7 months ago by RedButton240
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