With this easy to follow coptic stitch bookbinding tutorial, binding your own book is easy and fun. It is unusual in that it starts by wrapping around the knotted loose end of the thread. The course will cover the nittygritty details of taking raw materials and forming them into a functional book, as well as covering tips on craftsmanship and production. Subang bookbinding tools set suitable for handmade or diy books bookbinding,while you need to make a book at home or school bookbinding supplies. Trying amazon top rated bookbinding thread sea lemon. This isnt a complete tutorial, look at this tutorial and use this video for some clarification if needed. Make it mystical with a fun skull pattern on your covers. The coptic stitch came to us from the copts, a religious group that originated as an early christian sect in egypt and north africa.
This method of sewing together paged documents was common practice through the eleventh century peterson, 41. Made from durable plastic and not the real bone,lightweight and durable enough for repeated use or quality needed for professional use. I despair of getting a good photo of the kettle stitch, so here is a quick sketch to hopefully make it perfectly clear. I love the coptic binding because it is so versatile and flexible. Create a stunning combination coptic longstitch archival book. Because it was made as a wedding gift, i wanted it to open flat the way a coptic opens, but because the bride and groom had both spent time in japan, i. Coptic bindings are seen as the first true codices in book history. This unique binding method is one of the oldest in human history, dating back as early as the second century, and allows the book to lay flat when opened to any page. I didnt realize how much id love bookbinding until i did it.
So far yours is the best video i have found explaining the coptic stitch. In previous lectures ive used paper when creating my covers but you can also cover your creation with bookclothand you are going to love how simple this is. Making simple bookbinding equipment 6 the sewing frame a sewing frame is used in bookbinding to keep the signatures from moving around, and to keep them aligned, while you sew them up. The bookbinding tutorials feature long stitch sewing and coptic sewing styles that have become popular in recent years, and are very complete with illustrated instructions. This is a great method for when you have book covers that are individual boards instead of completely wrapped around the entire journal. Linda tieu shows a great step by step process on her blog tortagialla with about half as many photos as isabels blog post but its equally as good. I think its a great method for when you have book covers that. The coptic stitchcoptic is an ancient style of binding that adapts beautifully to modern materials. I make fabric covered case bounds, hard cover pamphlet binds, and some coptic as well. Cut 6 of waxed linen thread, and thread the bookbinding needle. Binding your book with an open spinea chain stitch or a coptic stitch bindingis a great method when you have book covers that are individual boards instead of completely wrapped around the entire journal.
Originally used by the early christians in egypt the copts some 2000 years ago, the coptic bound book is characterized by its strength and attractive chainlink stiches across the spine. Some clips from the past couple weeks while staying home and social distancing. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Make yourself a super flexible journal with this easy to follow tutorial, stepbystep. Starting on the lefthand side of the signature, poke the needle into the first hole in the signature, from the inside going out.
Even if bookbinding and the other kinds of diy projects she features on her channel arent your cup of tea, check out a couple of her videos just to see how well done they are. Tutorial for binding your book with an open spinea chain stitch or also called coptic stitch binding. The next step is to create the signatures and then sew it all together. Top 10 coptic stitch binding tutorials on the internet. I love this project, and am looking forward to beginning the year with this for my students notebooks although with the. Diy hardcover coptic stitch bookbinding tutorial sea. Learn how to combine one of my favorite binding methods coptic stitch with a french link stitch. Coptic bindings take some getting used to if you dont sew each stitch.
This is a video that demonstrates how i sew my books. Dating from the second century, coptic bindings use a multiple loop stitch to bind page sections to a front and back cover. In this class, book binding part 2, i will teach you how to create a watercolor sketchbook with a coptic stitch. Because it was made as a wedding gift, i wanted it to open flat the way a coptic opens, but because the bride and groom had both spent time in japan, i wanted to style it as a japanese binding. Diy hardcover coptic stitch bookbinding tutorial sea lemon. See more ideas about diy, diy videos and bookbinding tutorial. Build a sturdy notebook with coptic book binding make.
Youd never believe how easy it is to create and bind your own book. How to coptic stitch by sea lemon stay safe and healthy. Originally used by the early christians in egypt the copts some 2000 years ago, the coptic bound book is characterized by its. Explore your bookbinding options with our bookbinding essential kits. Its fame and usefulness has endured for more than a century, as evidenced by the many contemporary bookbinders and libraries who consider it to be the clearest and. Students are invited but not required to bring decor. In this tutorial, ill show you how to make a sketchbook from a pad of. Feel free to make your own variation and comment what bookbinding videos you want to see next. In this 3hour workshop, each student will complete the binding of a book. Shappy 15 pieces bookbinding kit starter tools set bone folder paper creaser, waxed thread, awl, largeeye needles for diy bookbinding crafts and sewing supplies features. One of the principal texts of the arts and crafts movement in england, this classic work brought a resurgence of life and vigor to the ancient craft of bookbinding books by hand. Heres a tutorial on my own variation of kettle stitch binding. In this tutorial, ill show you a long stitch binding method, with a link stitch variation.
Coptic stitch bookbinding is a simple and beautiful way to create a handmade sketchbook. Do this step first to ensure that you have enough time for the glue to dry later. Apr 19, 2017 watch part 1 creating the cover here coptic stitch part 2. The coptic stitch bookbinding method is another way to bind your book with a spine that opens up completely, so you can lay your book flat. Coptic binding tutorial bookbinding workshop singapore. While youre stuck at home, make the most of your time by learning a new language, skill, or even train for a remotework job with our new premium online courses check them out. Art professor demos coptic stitch bookbinding youtube. Coptic stitching is the most popular form of book binding.
In my first class, i taught you a supersimple way to create a journal or sketchbook with a pamphlet stitch. Sometimes its also called chain stitch in bookbinding, but more often its called coptic stitch binding. In this tutorial, i ll show you how to make a custom hardcover coptic stitch book. At this point you will have created the covers for your book. Diy kettle stitch bookbinding tutorial sea lemon youtube. In this online class we will learn the techniques and process of making a oneofa.
In this step by step coptic bookbinding tutorial, we will be using similar processes to that in our case binding tutorial guide. Gogo getaway coptic book binding with niki rowland duration. Watch part 1 creating the cover here coptic stitch part 2. Place the back cover on the worktable facedown with 1 paper signature on top of it, all holes lined up and facing you. Dec 25, 2012 diy coptic stitch bookbinding tutorial sea lemon duration. Kona turns 6, wild tomato plants, sustainable cleaning supplies, filming, stitch fix, daily workouts, cutting my own hair, relaxing fruit art. Coptic binding part 2 sewing it all together handmade.
Diy hardcover coptic stitch bookbinding tutorial sea lemon duration. I love all sea lemon s diy tutorials on youtube and especially her coptic stitch binding tutorial. This book is a coptic book made to look like a japanese stab binding. Check our top choice below or see all classes for more options. Coptic stitch bookbinding byob is unfortunately unavailable thankfully we have 1 other bookbinding class for you to choose from. Aug 04, 2012 diy hardcover coptic stitch bookbinding tutorial sea lemon duration. Diy chain stitch bookbinding tutorial sea lemon youtube. After purchase you will be sent a link to a web page where you can. Although ive already uploaded a couple videos showing how to coptic stitch bind, i. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. The book above is currently available in my etsy shop. Stitch bookbinding tutorial for making photo albums.
Bookbinding ancient coptic stitch technique sat 3 oct 2015 create your own books using two variations of an ancient stitch technique called the coptic stitch. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. If you prefer photo tutorials, then isabel moseleys tutorial. How to make a sketchbook using coptic stitch binding.
Suitable for handmade or diy books bookbinding,while you need to make a book at home or school bookbinding supplies. The top left was my very first one, which we are now using as our blessings journal. Diy journal bookbinding tutorial february 6, 2016 february 6, 2016 by amelia weed back in my college days, when i was short on craft supply funds and storage space oh dorm rooms, how i do not miss thee at all. While youre stuck at home, make the most of your time by learning a new language, skill, or even train for a remotework job with our new premium online courses.
The stitch on the right is the first kettle stitch. This will focus on just the stitching alone and you can then apply it to any case binding projects. Create sketch books or journals for yourself or as gifts for your loved ones. Jul 28, 2015 in this weekend project, well be making a tough travelers notebook using the coptic binding method. Diy coptic stitch bookbinding tutorial sea lemon duration. Sylvia tomaykopeters, owner of middle dune learn to make a hardcover notebook from start to finish using one of the most ancient bookbinding techniques, the beautiful exposed coptic stitch. The stitch on the left shows how the second and all subsequent stiches are made. I like how she uses a curved needle to create her cute little book.
Robert mahar is an artist and designer who develops and teaches imaginative crafts and clever doityourself projects through highquality video tutorials. Diy coptic stitch bookbinding tutorial sea lemon youtube. Blue french link stitch journal handmade by ruth bleakley. Diy long stitch bookbinding tutorial sea lemon youtube. How to make a sketchbook diy coptic stitch bookbinding tutorial. Its a lot quicker than the creativebug class running at only 12 minutes long and a great place to start. The sewing frame described here is quite simple, and is designed for the kind of books that you make yourself from standardsize paper. If ive missed your favorite coptic tutorial, please let me know in the comments.
You are basically binding all the signatures and covers together with a connected stitch that holds. In this online class we will learn the techniques and process of making a oneofakind handmade coptic stitch notebook. How to coptic stitch in this tutorial, ill show you how to coptic stitch. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. After purchase you will be sent a link to a web page where you can download the relevant bookbinding tutorials. This will focus on just the long stitch binding itself, to help. This set of tools are essential ones for beginners and starters to learn bookbinding, which is an ancient technique, will bring you a lot of pleasure. How to coptic stitch for those who dont have a sewing machine and looking to hand sew a. Coptic stitch tutorial pdf with images book binding. Developed in 4th century egypt, coptic books have beautiful linked stitches that stretch across the spine and open flat, perfect for a sketchbook or journal. Coptic stitch bookbinding byob bookbinding classes new. I dont even know what to call that when googling it since it looks like it is essentially a coptic binding without boards.
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