In the digital world, books may seem like an endangered species, but bookmaking is more popular than ever. Thanks to the 100 ideas in this volume, the craft is now available to everyone. In as little as an afternoon, beginners will be on their way to folding, gluing and sewing handmade books in a variety of shapes and styles, from rolled scrolls to Jacob's ladders, folded flexagons to case bindings. Complete with photographs of the author's own master books and statements by more than 40 established book artists, this collection is sure to inspire.
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Alisa Golden's work is collected by such institutions as the New York Public Library; the Museum of Modern Art, the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art and the V&A. She currently teaches at California College of the Arts, San Francisco and the San Francisco Center for the Book.
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By missj
Format:Paperback
I don't usually write reviews unless I find something 5* but thought I would here as all the good ratings convinced me to buy this book and would say it's beginners and intermediate at a push. The majority of the book is made up of really basic creations such as cards (which I'm sorry are NOT bookbinding techniques) and about half are accordion books (made from one piece of folded paper, which again I do not consider these as book 'binding' techniques, although I guess you get a book at the end). Granted I already know a few bookbinding techniques but I only found a couple worth doing and when I did I found myself following the pictures, not the description as I just didn't find it instructive. Overall nice pictures, good for beginners but more advanced with probably find a only a one or two new techniques they do not already know to try, if any.
14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I find the images and the steps really clear. I think that the book is covering a wide spectrum of bookmaking techniques. Loved it at first sight!
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By neverendings
Format:Paperback
Just a word of warning, if you already have Golden's earlier books, 'Creating Handmade Books' and/or 'Expressive Handmade Books' you will find most of the projects duplicated in this great value collection. I love the adaptable ideas presented in Ms. Golden's books, although I personally prefer the more personal tone of 'Creating Handmade Books' which has background information on the author's own book art creation processes as well as just the practical instructions.
In response to the negative review for this title, it should be noted that Alisa Golden is a book artist rather than a bookbinder, so her books are not recommended for those seeking practical advice or contemporary twists on traditional techniques. Instead, her ideas will be helpful to those wanting to start out in basic bookbinding (pamphlet-style) or want to use creative booklets as a base, element of or accessory to their artwork.
In response to the negative review for this title, it should be noted that Alisa Golden is a book artist rather than a bookbinder, so her books are not recommended for those seeking practical advice or contemporary twists on traditional techniques. Instead, her ideas will be helpful to those wanting to start out in basic bookbinding (pamphlet-style) or want to use creative booklets as a base, element of or accessory to their artwork.
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Handmade books
I was shown this book for a textile project I am undertaking which requires clear and interesting presentation. Read more
Published 1 month ago by jeanandbob
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A good manual for the book making enthusiast
A clear and concise manual for achieving success in hand made books. The illustrations are well drawn and make difficult fold easy to understand and interpret.
Published 2 months ago by Ruth M. Mcdonald
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Very informative
Clear instructions, well written, technique book. No space wasted in the layout, and enough good photos of final results to show possibilities.
Published 2 months ago by S Quilter
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A must-have resource book for anyone interested on making handmade...
This book has very clear instructions and diagrams explaining many tricky points. An exceedingly broad spectrum of all conceivable ways to assemble a book is covered. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Reading Rockspider
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Really helpful book
A really good book for beginners and an inspiration for those more experienced. It has an easy to follow format
Published 4 months ago by Arty
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book
This book is excellent
As im doing a project on book making
it is full of inspirition.
The lay out and photo are beautiful
As im doing a project on book making
it is full of inspirition.
The lay out and photo are beautiful
Published 5 months ago by Michele Gaffney
5.0 out of 5 stars
ideas and instruction
A brilliant book which combined clear and precise instructions with loads of ideas. The illustrations are mouthwatering and I was left with a huge list of books I want to make!
Published 5 months ago by P. Comley-ross
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Beautiful books
This is a fantastic book whether you want to make little books for your calligraphy ,gifts for friends or just like making books. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Bookbinder Bob
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Good book
A great book packed with all the basics needed to begin binding. It also has more advanced teqniques and lots of info.
Published 22 months ago by Jen in Kent
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Very good
This book is very good for people like me who is new to this art of book making. Very easy to follow explanations with projects from the easiest to the complicatest, so you can... Read more
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