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Bookbinding : A Step-by-step Guide by Kathy Abbott is a hobbies available to read on EtoBox.

What is Bookbinding : A Step-by-step Guide about?

The craft of bookbinding has a long history and tradition. It has developed through the ages and is now enjoying a period of renewed popularity and creativity. Whether you are a beginner or an established bookbinder wishing to refresh your memory, this practical book introduces the techniques with step-by-step instructions and photographs. It explains how to transform a few sheets of paper and some thread into a book to be proud of. For the more experienced, the author also covers how to work with leather to create classic, professional bindings.Topics covered include single-section bindings; paperback and hardback; multi-section bindings; full cloth case, photograph album, quarter leather binding with paper or cloth-covered sides, and wrap-around structure; containers; phase box, slipcase and portfolio case. Lavishly illustrated with over 300 colour photographs.

Who reads Bookbinding : A Step-by-step Guide?

It is typically read by collectors seeking rare, out-of-print or specialist editions.

Common subject areas: rare and out-of-print works.

Author
Kathy Abbott
Publisher
The Crowood Press Ltd
Published
2010
Language
EN
ISBN
9781847977847
Category
hobbies
Subjects
Crafts & Hobbies, Technology, Reference
Rating
4.5 / 5 (132 ratings)
Updated
2026-03-14

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