This illustrated guide presents bookbinding as an accessible craft. It provides a thorough grounding in materials, tools and techniques, and explores a variety of methods. For each of the seven basic book structures, a simple project is presented, and variations suggested.

This text provides easy-to-follow instructions for making all the major styles of Japanese bookbindings and traditional book cases.

Revealing how to alter treasured books through collage, paint, layering, sewing and more, this title details the creative processes behind the craft and shows how artists can come together to select a topic, set up a project and ultimately publish or display their finished collaborative work.

Dazzle your friends and loved ones with these one of a kind projects. Shows the tips, tricks and ideas for personalization to help you create unique cards that their recipients will remember for a long time to come.