Anatomy of a Book
All levels | 30 min 32 sec
Introduction to the Anatomy of a Book
02:26
Choosing Paper
07:37
03:20
03:01
Tearing Paper and Preparing Signatures
02:29
01:32
Choosing Thread
02:51
Knots
00:46
00:39
01:55
Glues and Adhesives
03:56
This workshop is a perfect introduction for those interested in book making. An accomplished book artist, Jody takes you through the terminology used in book making and introduces the many tools used. She talks about different paper types, paper grain, cover vs. text paper and also shows how to tear paper three different ways. She covers multi-signature preparation, bookbinding knots and a variety of glues.

 
Here’s what you’ll need:
Tools:
  • Bone folder
  • Teflon folder
  • plastic burnisher
  • awl
  • scissors
  • xacto knife
  • surgical scalpel
  • utility knife
  • #18 sharp bookbinding needles
  • metal ruler
  • plastic triangle
  • glue brushes
  • small paint brush
Materials:
  • waxed linen thread
  • large self-healing mat
Downloads:
Learn how to:
  • Bookbinding vocabulary
  • Selecting bookbinding tools and choosing papers for cover and text
  • Binding stitches and knots
  • Using glues and adhesives
What you’ll get:
  • An easy-to-follow lesson on bookbinding
  • 10 HD video lessons you can access online anytime, anywhere
  • Itemized supply list
  • Step-by-step instruction by Jody Alexander
  • The ability to leave comments, ask questions and interact with other students
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Class Reviews
363 users recommended this class to a friend
Claudia Petrilli
Wonderful, wonderful class. It is throrough and informative. Perfect if you are new to bookding. The kind of class you want to bookmard because you'll be coming back to it for the tips and tricks.
March 15
Molly Mboijana
Very informative. It would have been more constructive if they introduced materials came with the actual binding.
January 30, 2023
Joani B
Jody does an amazing job teaching the class. Her pacing is perfect with easy and great explanations. After watching her I can't wait to get started. Thanks, JBS
More than 3 months ago