| Non-adhesive binding |  | Author: Keith A Smith
Publisher: Distributed by K.A. Smith
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  7 reviews
Sales Rank: 5360179
Edition: 2nd
Pages: 318
ASIN: B0006EZ73U
Publication Date: 1992
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 Excellent resource for book artists September 15, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I enjoy journaling on blank pages and subsequently binding them into journals. Keith Smith's book on non-adhesive binding is an excellent resource for learning non-conventional binding and book structures.
I enjoyed the book so much, I eventually made mock-ups of nearly every project in this book AND went on to worth through several other of Smith's books.
Smith provides many basic/general techniques in the front of the book followed by specific "recipes." He provides both creative suggestions for content and technical information on structure and assembly. Smith also provides sample photographs of each binding.
One minor criticism: many of the projects suggest using very heavyweight paper--almost watercolor paper--instead of textweight or lightweight. I had to tweak the instructions for binding the lightweight paper I use for journaling.
 Not quite what I wanted, but very good nonetheless July 21, 2008
I was actually looking for Volume 3 of this series, however, the interesting bindings within this volume have been very helpful in making books of my own.
Extremely detailed, with diagrams of nearly everything (including tying knots) and easy to understand instructions made for a relatively easy book sewing.
I'd suggest it to any bookbinder.
Non-Adhesive Binding Vol. 1 February 20, 2007
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Very thorough guide to aspects of constructing books of simplicity and beauty. Very elaborate bindings are also presented. Books are discussed as a means of presentation to suit the needs of the subject matter. In this age of scrapbooking and bookmaking as a vehicle for show and personal function, this seems a very useful book. Copies of this book held in libraries are often checked out for extended periods and unavailable. The book is well written, smyth sewn, and laid out in a logical fashion. Contains a glossary of terms.
get going February 13, 2007
1 out of 5 found this review helpful
another great artist bookmaking idea resource; prior knowlege about construction is a plus
I wish more books were like this one. August 10, 2001
31 out of 32 found this review helpful
A wonderfully straight -forward how-to book on the technicalities and the various methods of binding books. Concentrates exclusively on stitching, introducing many methods unfamiliar to me that are both beautiful and practical. The instructions and drawings are clear uncluttered and easy to follow. The photo's are basic but intended to inform rather than the seduce the unaware into a purchase. It contained everything I needed to know. I wish more books were like this one.
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