Crossett's artists' books collection has many examples of bindings. Browse the list of structures and let a librarian know which ones you would like to see!
The Saddle-Stitch a.k.a Staple Binding
Post Binding
Modified Pamphlet Stitch
Bookcraft: Techniques for Binding, Folding, and Decorating to Create Books by
Books are a central part of life, and have been with us for around 2,000 years. Although most books we use are produced commercially, many of us are drawn to the book form in its various guises, and are interested in exploring how to make books of our own, whether as a vehicle for telling stories, as scrapbooks, or as notebooks and journals.
This guide provides the essential ingredients for designing and making your own books, from simple binding and finishing techniques to complex complete products. Projects are designed to suit a variety of skill levels from beginner to advanced, and use a step-by-step approach to learning the necessary skills.
Woven and Interlocking Book Structures from the Janus, Steiner and Gefn Presses by
Using the instructions from the book “Woven and interlocking Book Structures” Audrey Holden, assistant to Claire Van Vliet at Janus Press, created models of the books. This boxed set included the book and all the models.
Making Handmade Books: 100+ Bindings, Structures & Forms by
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.
Re-Bound: Creating Handmade Books from Recycled and Repurposed Materials by
Re-Bound is a beautiful book on bookbinding with a fun green twist-all the projects use recycled and upcycled materials. This book shows you how to take everyday materials from around the house, flea markets, thrift stores, and hardware stores and turn them into clever and eye-catching hand-made books.
