Step 4 Reattach the cover if it has separated from the spine. Use a small paint brush to apply an even coat of acid-free glue to the book spine. Press the cover into place and wrap rubber bands around the book to firmly secure the cover while the glue dries. Things You'll Need Refe...
If you’re looking for a custom-made binder, check out this article that shows youhow to make custom binders on Zazzle.com. Why choose Avery printable binder spine inserts Avery binder inserts, specifically, are printable 8-1/2″ x 11″ cardstock sheets that are perforated so you can break...
I’m in no danger of catching up to my brother, but it’s nice to reacquaint myself with this extremely analog hobby. As in, some bozo had “secured” the upper cabinets to the walls by pounding drywall anchors into the plaster and then fastening the cabinet boxes to those plastic ...
Make sure to get a proof from your chosen book-binding service, just to make sure there are no errors in that regard. When Should You Use Saddle-Stitch Binding? If you're trying to figure out how to bind a book for your next project, saddle-stitch binding is a popular choice for ...
If you ever need to make a double lapbook with two file folders, here is a quick tutorial. First, refold two file folders so you have two lapbooks. Line them up side by side. Second, add glue to the inner adjoining flaps. Pro-tip: My favorite adhesive is rubber cement. I add it ...
Step by step instructions on how to make a book and bind it, using the simple Japanese book binding trick where a single ribbon holds everything together.
The book doesn’t necessarily have to be vintage or old; it just has to have a hard cover where the pages are not glued to the spine. To remove the pages, open the book and find the crease where the pages meet the cover. Using a small sharp craft knife, carefully cut along the ...
Using Elmer’s (or PVA) glue, affix the front and back cover and spine to the book cover paper or material. Leave one-and-a-half times the thickness of the card between the covers and spines). There should also be an inch of extra material around all sides. Make sure that the glue...
As Daniel Coyle says inThe Little Book ofTalent, “There is a place, right on the edge of your ability, where you learn best and fastest.” How to Apply It To Your Writing: Use short, structured writing exercises (like the ones we havedaily on The Write Practice) to practice specific ...
3mm Bleeding: Bleed ensures that the printed color extends to the edge of the page. A standard 3mm bleed prevents any unwanted white borders or cropping issues. Hardcover Spine Hinge: Consideration of the hinge along the hardcover spine is vital to ensure that the book opens properly without st...