Ok, so the title might be a little misleading weve actually crammed in 18 of the best coptic stitch also known as the chain stitch or coptic sewing book binding instructions and tutorials we could find on the web, along with a collection of video tutorials and many coptic stitch related resources pdfs, stitching patterns, photo galleries etc for you to get stuck in to it took. In the late middle ages, books were expensive and relatively rare, and binding was the responsibility of the bookseller. Without a guide, your stitches might turn out crooked or uneven. One poetry book that i wrote, illustrated, printed and bound utilized a stab binding from that reference, but for my journals i glommed onto another technique and i havent looked back. Functionalitywise, coptic binding doesnt use any special glues and results in a book that can open flat. 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.
As the various art books on display highlighted, the chain stitch that allows the book to lie completely flat makes it ideal for journals, sketchbooks, and art projects. With this method, a books covers and text block are handsewn together leaving the spine of the book exposed. It makes no difference whether its an even or odd number of holes for this binding. I hope you are inspired to follow along and try creating your own coptic stitch notebook for yourself. See more ideas about stitch book, book binding and stitch.
This class will focus heavily on sewing and use premade covers. The beginning of this article includes basic instructions for making a hole template and preparing the covers and signatures for binding. Coptic binding tutorial bookbinding workshop singapore. Jun 10, 2018 coptic stitch bookbinding is a simple and beautiful way to create a handmade sketchbook. Coptic bindings are seen as the first true codices in book history. I am already in the midst of prepping my materials for my next book. Last year i learned the coptic book binding stitch. Nov 03, 2016 coptic binding part 1 creating the cover. Coptic book binding samples handstitched binding with the books spine. Dating from the second century, coptic bindings use a multiple loop stitch to bind page sections to a front and back cover. I present to you a delicacy of coptic stitch binding encased in a beautiful wave pattern. Create sketch books or journals for yourself or as gifts for your loved ones. Coptic binding part 1 creating the cover handmade books. I used two pages in each signature and for this book i made 8 signatures.
Book crafts paper crafts types of binding bookbinding tutorial origami diy notebook cool books handmade books smash book. Then, cut a piece of binding tape thats about 2 inches longer than your book and lay it stickyside up on a flat surface. The classic arts and crafts manual by douglas cockerell is a classic work of the arts and crafts movement in england and covers every aspect of the craft from folding and collating pages to designing and inlaying. If you already have your holes punched, go directly to the coptic stitch tutorial. How to coptic stitch by sea lemon one of the best tutorials out there for this type of binding.
I wanted to take a live class but couldnt find one locally, so i turned to the internet. Calculating thread length for coptic stitch bindings by agate janet says. This book has great photos of projects but has really well written directions for creating the books. This is the most difficult yet rewarding part of the bookbinding process binding your book. Make yourself a super flexible journal with this easy to follow tutorial, stepbystep.
Coptic binding or coptic stitch can be done using many different sewing patterns. Like the coptic stitch, the french link stitch is another exposed spine binding. I am new to book making but these are all doable just work step by step. Coptic weave binding tutorial bookbinding tutorial the. How to make a sketchbook diy coptic stitch bookbinding tutorial. Guards for each folio are in the same paper as the cover. Chain or coptic stitch bookbinding tutorial 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 guess your inspiration for this cover is from japanese artist hokusai.
Make sure your paper, book cloth and book board are acidfree if you want your book to be archival. When i began searching for instructions on how to bind a book i didnt realize how difficult it would be to find a reliable and useful information. In this coptic stitch bookbinding tutorial, linda tieu takes you through how to make your own hard back book journal using very clear and concise. And heres a peek of the double needle coptic binding tutorial i made for making mini books by kathleen mccafferty lark crafts, 2011. Abc of bookbinding by jane greenfield is an illustrated glossary covering terms related to bookbinding and the book. I think kettle is the name of a knot and coptic is the name of a stitch. This book will have an exposed spine that can lay completely flat when opened. Nov 03, 2016 learn more about coptic stitch binding and how to create a book using this technique here. Art prof teaching artist eloise sherrid and risd adjunct professor c. You are basically binding all the signatures and covers together with a connected stitch that holds. Binding books learn everything you want about binding books with the wikihow binding books category. See more ideas about book binding, book making and handmade books.
Learn how to do a coptic binding book with our free tutorial. Next, line up the creased edge of your book with the center of the tape and press your book down into the tape. Book binding design book design book repair bookbinding tutorial handmade books handmade journals book journal history books cartonnage 15 diagrams that show how a book is made these book diagrams show the parts of the print book, different bookbinding types, and step by step instructions on how to bind a book. Nice list of supplies and tools needed and also places to purchase them. Cut the sheet of handmade paper into two 5in x 6in approx cm x 15cm longgrain sheets. I am currently doing a single sheet a5size coptic with 21 stations and previously a 5x3cm single sheet coptic using 8 stations, both using sewing thread, and they have been about as sturdy as i would expect coptic stitch to be. Coptic stitch binding tutorial bookbinding tutorial. The simplest form of coptic binding is as seen in the example above where the pages are held together by a neat stitch, without covering the spine. 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 is favored by many readers and hobbyists, as it allows a book to lay completely open when flat and at an angle.
I think the book being discussed had 4 holes, 5 signatures each 5 papers agate says. Last week, we made a pamphletstitched book, and this week well be experimenting with a stab binding. Online is a wonderful place to learn new skills, including bookbinding but it can be hard to sort through the different options and the quality of tutorials is variable. The evolution of the codex in china began with foldedleaf pamphlets in the 9th century ad, during the late tang dynasty 618907 ad, improved by the butterfly bindings of the song dynasty 9601279 ad, the wrapped back binding of the yuan dynasty.
Directions for sewing the coptic binding with multiple needles. Coptic stitch binding tutorial bookbinding tutorial the. Calculating thread length for coptic stitch binding. Coptic binding is a great introduction to aspiring bookbinders and anyone who is curious about handmade books. Ive been making my journals since 1994, when i was also doing letterpress printing. I think its a great method for when you have book covers that. A perfect method for a sketchbook because the open book lies flat. Coptic stitch bookbinding tutorial the easy way with images.
The coptic stitch is a decorative stitch, so its something that you would do only for a book with an open spine. Coptic stitching is the most popular form of book binding. This book is a coptic book made to look like a japanese stab binding. Public hosted by the biscuit factory and darn it workshops.
Therefore, stab bindings allow you to make books that are not possible with other bindings. Here, the book block, or the body of the book, is a stack of single sheets rather than a signature. Youd never believe how easy it is to create and bind your own book. Theres no point in going to the trouble of sewing this stitch if youre just going to cover it up. This illustration should explain much clearer the path for the sewing thread in the covers than my words ever could. Coptic bindings, the first true codices, are characterized by one or more sections of parchment, papyrus, or paper sewn through their folds. Bookbinding tutorial brought to you by jessica of greenleaf. To bind a book, start by folding your pages in half and stapling them together at the folded crease. Jan 07, 2019 aly dosdall we r memory keepers 2019 coptic bound planner post. Coptic stitch tutorial pdf with images book binding. The coptic binding stitch is a classic and popular method for binding a handmade book. Top 10 coptic stitch binding tutorials on the internet ibookbinding. This book is created without a cover but once all of the signatures are combined a cover can be added. I like how she uses a curved needle to create her cute little book.
Paper book cover 2 needles curved is best, but straight works too. Mar 22, 2012 coptic binding, fully bound in coloured paper, with additional crushed decorative paper on the cover and ribbon. How to make a sketchbook diy coptic stitch bookbinding tutorial sea lemon. The materials ruler glue scissors razor blade xacto knife, etc. Awl embroidery needle selfhealing mat paper i used 8 sets of 5 sheets decorative paper board for covers. Fyi theres a great number lousy videos on bookbinding, have to watch out for them. Coptic book binding at the navigation inn tickets, thu 4.
This form of binding, also known as coptic sewing, leaves the spine of the book exposed, revealing the stitches that connect the pages of the book. Bookbinding techniques bookbinding workshop singapore. It also showcases a clear view of the spine and the colorful threads holding the. The visible coptic stitch resembles chain stitching a stitching method used in embroidery and has also become known as the chain stitch. With this easy to follow coptic stitch bookbinding tutorial, binding your own book is easy. Great illustrations and details for making the bindings. Bookbinding in medieval china replaced traditional chinese writing supports such as bamboo and wooden slips, as well as silk and paper scrolls. Coptic binding making mini scrapbooks, instructions and. Coptic stitching is one of the easier forms of stitched bindings, making it a great way to start learning, and it is one of the most intriguing with an exposed spine and intricate, visible stitching pattern. Nov 17, 2014 today we will be learning how to make a nice book using coptic stitching.
Create a stunning combination coptic longstitch archival book. Aug 7, 2012 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 part 2 sewing it all together handmade. Although ive already uploaded a couple videos showing how to coptic stitch bind, i wanted to make a clearer tutorial with a focus on just the. Coptic book binding at the navigation inn tickets, thu 4 jun 2020 at 18. If youre lefthanded or have a southpaw who you hold close to your heart, you know.
Nov 08, 2008 i had a really hard time finding directions that actually went along with the way i learned to do coptic stitch. Use an almost 2,000 year old style of binding to create a hard cover journal. The coptic stitch method has been used since as early at the second century a. Coptic binding or coptic sewing comprises methods of bookbinding employed by early christians in egypt, the copts, and used from as early as the 2nd century ad to the 11th century. Single folios with guards created each signature, the paper stock was thick to provide bulk and hold photographs. Today, the skill of medieval book binding is carried on by hobbyists and highend book producers. Okay, so i welcome you to yet another instructable.
Back in april i mentioned in this post that i had seen a terrific video at bard graduate center of the making of a coptic bound book with leather. Handmade books and journals handmade books and journals. This binding style is a variation on the traditional coptic stitch binding teqnique and perfect for creating photo albums, guest books, sketchbooks, journals and notebooks. 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. Oct 28, 2019 how to coptic bind a book creating binding holes mark and puncture one cover board. Sewing the pages together increases the durability of the book. Create your signatures the same height as your covers and double the width. Top 10 coptic stitch binding tutorials on the internet. I definitely recommend getting acquainted with the book it has plenty of great mini book. This is one of the workshops i run on a regular basis. The term is also used to describe modern bindings sewn in the same style. Before stitching, you will need to punch holes in the covers and signatures of your book.
Coptic binding with multiple needles sewing directions. The traditional coptic stitch binding method has been used since as early at the second century a. Bind them together and create a book you and your family can cherish for years to come. Have you noticed how the sewing thread in my coptic bound books. Simple bookbinding tutorial ibookbinding bookbinding. Jan 12, 2017 theres so much information packed into one book, and the instructions are very clear. I usually measure the length of the book times the number of signatures, plus 2 more times for the covers. I only wanted to create a simple paperback book i later learned that paperbacks are called perfect bound books but found a huge number of websites that were just republished copies of old public domain books on the subject. A punch guide will help make your binding look clean and professional. It has the appearance of a chain stitch once its finished. Sometimes its also called chain stitch in bookbinding, but more often its called coptic stitch binding. Thread bookbinding material 101 bookbinding workshop. A fellow printer loaned me a copy of keith smiths nonadhesive binding.
Instructions on creating the coptic binding stitch. There are many different styles and interesting ways to bind books and i hope after learning the coptic technique, you are interested enough to check out some other techniques. You can fill a sock with beans, rice, or beanbag filler. Stitching copticbound books washington university in st. For this step, you would want something like a a piece of thermocol sheet. Art professor demos coptic stitch bookbinding youtube. Get creative and create your own hand bound book at a cosy canalside pub. Buy unique handmade books and journals or learn how to make a book. When using the coptic binding method to bind your book, you may use as many holes as you like for stitching. For instance there seems to be a lot of confusion re just what a coptic stitch is vs a kettle stitch, im still not sure. Today we will be learning how to make a nice book using coptic stitching.
Coptic binding workshops kalamazoo book arts center. Instructions on how to bind a book diy bookbinding. With this easy to follow coptic stitch bookbinding tutorial, binding your own book is easy and fun. Diy coptic stitch bookbinding tutorial sea lemon youtube. Binding your book with an open spinea chain stitch or a coptic stitch binding is a great method when you have book covers that are individual boards instead of completely wrapped around the entire journal. First of all, take your landscape sheets and fold them in half. If you sketch or paint you can use heavier, toothier paper, possibly even watercolor paper, and the size can be sketch book size. Coptic stitch bookbinding tutorial the easy way tortagialla. You will need a clean, flat surface to work on like a desk or the kitchen table. This method of sewing together paged documents was common practice through the eleventh century peterson, 41.
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