Bookbinding supplies can be expensive. But, if you get a little creative, you can find free book boards and head and tail bands by taking apart unwanted old books and reclaiming the materials.
In this video I demonstrate how I salvage the head bands, tail bands, and book boards from a hardcover book.
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Do-it-yourselfer Andrew Seltz demonstrates how to make a glue bound paper back book using a hot glue gun and EVA glue. This book binding tutorial Includes a look at a simple home made binding jig.
Tools Required:
- Bookbinding Jig
- Exacto Knife
- Bone Folder
- Heavy Duty Hot Glue Gun
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David, from www.SilverClefMusic.com, left a question on the DIY Bookbinding website about binding methods for independent music publishers. This video is my response and recommendation.
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Rice paste glue is extremely easy to make and is good for binding end papers to hardcover cases or gluing cover wraps onto bookboards to create a hardcover case. Visit the website for a materials list, recipe, and written instructions.
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Figuring out which glue to use for my perfect bound book projects turned out to be one of the most challenging aspects of the bookbinding process. Gluing the edges of a bunch of sheets of paper together is tricky. The glue must be strong, flexible, easy to apply, dry quickly (but not too quickly), and stand up to the abuses that paperback books are typically subjected to. Here is what I have discovered and used in my bookbinding work. I hope this helps you pick the best option for your next project.
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This tutorial will walk you through the process of creating laminated book covers using an inexpensive hot laminating machine. Visit the website for links to the specific products used in the video.
TOOLS:
Swingline Inspire Plus Laminator - https://amzn.to/2EyHH0b
Scotch 11"x17" Laminating Pouches - https://amzn.to/2EkXQGo
Basic Bookbinding Tool Kit: https://amzn.to/2HuiTZ5
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Holding the pages of your perfect bound book together while you glue everything together can be frustrating. This simple DIY tabletop bookbinding jig is an easy way to get the job done.
Here are the supplies you need:
- 1"x2" board about 4 feet long – poplar is a good option
- 1"x2" board about 2 feet long
- 4 adjustable clamps
- Table with a straight edged top that overhangs the base
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