BOOKBINDING by Kathy Abbott ( 9781847971531 ) - Books & Audio Books at Pickabook.co.uk

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Title:

BOOKBINDING
A STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE

By:

Kathy Abbott

Format:

Hardback

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£19.95

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£16.46

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£3.49

ISBN 10:

1847971539

ISBN 13:

9781847971531

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Publisher:

THE CROWOOD PRESS LTD

Pub. date:

22 January, 2010

Pages:

160

Description:

The craft of bookbinding has a long history and tradition. This work 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. It also covers how to work with leather to create classic, professional bindings.

Synopsis:

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.

Illustrations:

300 colour photographs

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Imprint:

The Crowood Press Ltd

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