Bookbinding Gap
The is a recycled book in which I inserted signatures of 140 and 90 lb watercolor paper. I used a bone folder to press the paper and a coptic stitch, pulling the linen thread as much as I could. I didn't use tape or glue paper or cloth over the spine. I wanted to make sure that glue didn't get between pages - preventing each page from opening flat.
The book was made from a 50+ year old book of Micahelangelo Sonnets and his drawings were scattered throughout the book. I incorporated many of the original pages in my book which is intended for figure drawing practice. What better inspiration could I have? Here is the first mixed page layout.
I decided to cover the two gaps between signatures with a piece of Michaelangelo's drawings - one page was divided in half and glued in place with PVA glue.
Comments
I'm constantly amazed at all the things you can do - this looks like a wonderful project!
Posted by: Casey | May 7, 2007 1:25 AM
Really cool. The strips covering the gaps are a lovely touch.
Posted by: E-J | May 9, 2007 5:41 PM
That's a lovely, decorative fix! Looks like it was designed that way! *lol*
I really admire your investing the time and patience to make your own books.
Posted by: Jenny | May 12, 2007 2:43 PM