Coptic Stitch Bookbinding Tutorial - Papercuts Press (single needle, straight needle)

Bookbinding tutorial for the Coptic stitch using a single, straight needle. Kristen Law Lewis, Papercuts Press - papercutspress.com

[@josephtermeer4595]

As a beginner, I really appreciate you showed this in "real time" rather than speeding up the video. Thank you.

[@nealwarshaw9729]

I just completed my first coptic bound book. I took a couple of classes with a professional, watched numerous KZbin videos but found that this video so much better. Thank you Kristen, you are a gifted teacher.

[@Papercutspress]

Thank you Neal for letting me know - I am so glad this video helped you and I hope you continue to have positive book-making experiences! :)

[@annwilliams6575]

Like lots of others have said, after watching a few tutorials, this is the best one i have found xxx

[@joanzivi7425]

This was incredible! I'm been trying to figure out the Coptic binding for so long - this is so clear and logical. Thank you!!!

[@karma13612]

Wish I could give this multiple thumbs up! This was the most straight forward easy clear tutorial for this binding I have ever seen! Outstanding!!!!! Huge huge thank you!!!!!!! 👏👏👏👏👏❤️👍👍👍👍👍

[@Papercutspress]

oh GREAT! Yay! Thanks for all the thumbs ups :) I appreciate you taking the time to make such a kind comment and I'm glad you found my video effective.

[@linnerlu]

Thank you so much for this very clear tutorial. I especially love that you didn’t speed up the interim steps, so I could watch it all the way through and listen to your calm commentary. Also loved the tip about the little kettle stitch at the end of each row! Best coptic stitch tutorial I have found. Subscribed.

[@Papercutspress]

Oh you are welcome Linda, thank you for taking the time to comment and for the kind feedback.

[@wandadraper6937]

I've tried several coptic stitch tutorials but yours is by far the best! Thanks for the detailed step by step instructions.

[@Papercutspress]

Thank you Wanda!

[@skeletonkeybindery3936]

This was a very clear and concise tutorial for a stitching method that can be difficult to explain in words. A job well done :)

[@Papercutspress]

Thank you :)

[@tinafesti5432]

Thank you for this great video! I made my first successful Coptic binding!

[@Papercutspress]

@@tinafesti5432 Wonderful Tina! Congratulations on your Coptic binding success, way to go :)

[@stephen1137]

Many thanks, Kristen. Very clear and no waste of time.

[@darkfruitfly]

This is the best tutorial! I am loving this stitch and I thank you for your instruction.

[@jisuki6731]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS! Your video really helped me SEE the actual stitching method and I made my 1st coptic stitched sketchbook! I had so many old 18" x 24" drawing pads and I wanted to use them on a smaller scale. I watched so many helpful videos on this, but yours was the BEST that I could find that showed the stitching clearly. The extra "tug" really helped the stitches to look very uniformed and consistent. I used a curved needle so it made the process go alot faster. THANK YOU AGAIN! I LOVE MY HOMEMADE SKETCHBOOK! IT TURNED OUT AWESOME!

[@Papercutspress]

Woo-hoo Jee! Congratulations on your 1st coptic book! And thank your for your feedback about my video - I have done this stitch so many times I am glad to pass little tips like the "tug" along to others.

[@mindylawrence7357]

@@Papercutspress I like how you double the stitches through the signatures. I learned something helpful.

[@jbhindabo]

Kristen-thank you!! Just finished.

[@eduardat.7235]

Best copta bookbinding video ever! 🎉

[@kimberlysiddons]

What a fabulous tutorial! Thanks for your awesome patience in showing us how to do this binding stitch! ❤

[@terrieakwong4051]

The most detailed tutorial I found. Thank you for your generous sharing.

[@paulapreti7497]

I have to say this tutorial was amazing! The way you have explained everything and walked us through the whole process was incredible. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge ❤

[@gemmi1]

I just did a practice book using this tutorial and I actually love it! Even on cheap paper with creases in the stitches are beautiful!

[@julietillustrates]

Thank you so much Kristen. I never could see the stitching properly in the other youtube videos. This is simple, clear, and so fun, thank you for making this video. I really appreciate your clear step-by-step narration as well.

[@Papercutspress]

You are welcome! Thank you for the specific and kind feedback.

[@Kelly-oe8kr]

You're a fantastic teacher! This was so relaxing to watch.

[@Papercutspress]

Thank you! Learning this stresses some people out so I aim to be chill. I appreciate your comment about it being relaxing ;)

[@Lauragld]

Thank you so much for such a clear demonstration of this stitch...so helpful! Your a great teacher :)

[@ginabramwell2504]

Thank you so much!! This is a very clear video, your instructions are spot on. My book came out great, I really appreciate this video. So excited to make more :)

[@susanna3313]

I saw your video in my tread of videos yesterday and today I made a book with your wonderful directions! Thank you so much!

[@darkfruitfly]

I have to say this once again. I have perfected my technique all because of this excellent video. I can’t thank you enough.

[@LaurenRuby]

Amazing tutorial. Bound my first book out of nowhere, thank you. It turned out really good, Christmas present for my husband.

[@karenfinneganart2480]

This must be the clearest tutorial I have ever found. Thank you so much. 😍

[@Ms_Ink]

Wow! This is easily the best Coptic stitch tutorial I have found! Thank you sooooo much!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@dlynnbabcock9573]

Oh my gosh. That was wonderful! I actually followed your directions easily and it turned out beautifully. Thank you!

[@maggoodwin4947]

Thank you. Best tutorial I have seen. ❤

[@valswain]

Thank you so much for the tutorial! So easy to follow. Now I can finally try to use the Coptic cartridge for my multi cinch book binding tool.

[@Congotrekker]

So far, in my many searches, yours is the most concise and easy to follow. Thanks!

[@08pepperdog]

Best tutorial I’ve watched on this topic. Thank you!

[@Papercutspress]

Thank you! I am glad you liked it.

[@urshurakdieohnekanal9291]

I've watched several tutorials on this stitch, and this is hands down the best one.

[@debbiejonasson9547]

Thank you for this great instruction, it is clear and easy to see the stitching in this one. Thanks for the close ups and slowing things down at key moments!

[@DeerheartStudioArts]

best tutorial on Coptic stitch on YT! thanks so much!🦌💌❤️📚

[@cricutologist32820]

This is the best Coptic binding video I’ve watched! Thank you!!!

[@Papercutspress]

Thank you!! 🥰

[@maggiequilts]

I love this type of binding, and the instruction is wonderful! Best tutorial ever! Thank you so much Hugs. Maggie ❤️🤗🇨🇦❤️FABULOUS,

[@vickimorgan2058]

Of the several video tutorials I just watched for the Coptic stitch, this is the most detailed and helpful for the stitching process-thank you!

[@ducksoff7236]

Best most clearly presented coptic lesson I've seen by far! Thank you

[@Papercutspress]

You are welcome! And thanks to you for your lovely comment.

[@forevercreating]

This is the best tutorial I have seen. Thank you so much@

[@micheleleech8128]

Very helpful video. The best explanation I have found so far.

[@Papercutspress]

Thank you! :)

[@mj-lp5eb]

Finally! A great instructional Coptic stitch video, without dreadful background music! Nice clear instructions and the double thread in the last signature is neat, instead of over the back cover . Thank you!

[@Papercutspress]

I am glad you liked the video! Yes, the double thread is just one way to do the cover, but I think it is most straightforward, especially for people new to bookbinding stitching :) Thanks for your comment.

[@armsofsnow]

Excellent tutorial, thank you so much! I just finished my first ever coptic stitch project -- your instructions in this video were super helpful and made it feel very easy :) Really happy with the result, and I have already started on my next one..! Thank you!

[@wendymissr83]

A long time ago I made a book using the coptic stitch. Could not remember how to do it and then I found your video. So clear, easy to see and so easy to understand. I now have a coptic stitch watercolour journal of which I am quite proud. Thank you very much for your excellent tutorial.

[@1888starz]

I have enjoyed learning the process of coptic stitch book binding with your guided tuition which was so easy to follow. Your instructions were much appreciated and I think your skills at relating how to do this were excellent. So thank you so much, so glad I found your channel.

[@Papercutspress]

Thank you so much, I'm glad you enjoyed it :)

[@vocalchords3609]

This is excellent teaching - crystal clear - simply first class! Thank you so much.

[@Papercutspress]

Thank you! And you are welcome. Thanks for taking the time to say so. Happy bookbinding!

[@gwenanderson1914]

This was very helpful. I just made my first Coptic Art Journal. The best instruction I have found so far. Thank you.

[@giovannascotti488]

I've also learnt to change the thread: what else? So happy! Thank you a thousand times❤❤

[@ghostsinthegraveyard5766]

Wonderful tutorial, very clean with no distracting background music!

[@Papercutspress]

Thank you, I am glad you liked it! I do aim for clear instruction so I appreciate your feedback about music, thanks.

[@Mslizzybluts]

This is such a great teaching video. Thank you. The repetition out loud for what you were doing was really helpful. I’ve watched so many videos trying to learn this method, but it was a little challenging knowing exactly what to do. I was able to complete my first journal without mistakes!

[@tanieshabrackett7295]

The craft need in me is so excited I found this video! Thank you, hun!

[@Papercutspress]

Awww you're welcome I'm so glad to hear that!

[@sherrigittel4623]

Outstanding tutorial ❣️👍🙏

[@clement6961]

Your tutorial is very clear and really fun to watch. After testing a few others, I chose yours to learn from. Thanks to you for your video !!

[@Papercutspress]

Wonderful! Thanks. Hope you are enjoying bookbinding :)

[@ronzyl1]

Excellent tutorial, thanks for sharing

[@tracytolmachoff6300]

Thank you!!!! Your instructions and pace are perfect! I had tried, like others had mentioned, other tutorials and was quite frustrated. With your help I completed a Coptic bound journal.

[@annhovland8407]

Excellent tutorial. The best I’ve seen.

[@Papercutspress]

Ann, thank you! I am so glad you had a positive experience with it, and I appreciate you saying so.

[@r.m.miller]

Thank you so much for this tutorial. I watched a few others and they were a little confusing but with this one I made my first book in about an hour and a half. It's not perfect but I so proud of it!

[@musicbyethan]

great video by someone who has the patience to teach not just show. I appreciate that. definitely subscribed to this channel

[@Marjon57]

Thank you for this clear explanation!!!

[@MichaelWVagg]

Thank you! Such a clear, instructive video, very easy to follow along.

[@Papercutspress]

Wonderful Michael, thank you for saying so! I am glad you enjoyed it.

[@Lauragld]

Your instruction is so clear...that so much for this very helpful video :)

[@deborahshayne1387]

Thank you. Your video was the best I have seen. Your speed was great as well as your teaching of this beautiful binding stitch.

[@Papercutspress]

You're welcome! Thank you for the specific comment about the speed, I appreciate that feedback.

[@kimberlyearly8918]

I had never done one of these before and out of dozens of videos I've watched yours was by far the clearest! Most of the others show you how to do the first few stations and then speed up the video which is impossible for a complete newbie to follow! Thanks! I wanted a watercolor sketch book with quality paper so I just made my own!

[@mistysimpson7295]

thank you for your simple instructions. I used this to teach my 7th and 8th grade students to bind the sketch books they made.

[@Papercutspress]

I LOVE THAT!! Thank you for sharing that with me :)

[@susanneatwell-keister3479]

Very clear and helpful. Lovely work!

[@Papercutspress]

Thank you! Glad you found it helpful.

[@carolynpurser7469]

Excellent tutorial. Just at the exploratory stage now trying to learn more about book binding before I decide to actually start a project. This tutorial helped me feel a little less intimidated by the process. Thank you 😊

[@thefluffyferret]

Wonderful clear demonstration, thank you so much!

[@Papercutspress]

You are welcome! And, thank you for your kind comment.

[@Sbeatrycze]

The film is great, readable. I managed to make a sketchbook, no problem. Thank you

[@elkewulf7311]

Vielen Dank für diese tolle Anleitung!!

[@pearlosmond9996]

Brilliant video. Thank you ❤

[@sandrapaterson1750]

Excellent video!!! Thank you

[@lesley4928]

I echo the comments below - I have watched a load of videos but yours is by far the best and I am so excited to get started!! Thank you SO MUCH for your clear instructions and perfect camera work. I could see everything and that makes it so much easier to understand. All the very best to you and I hope you are able to make more videos. 💗

[@Papercutspress]

Oh great! Thank you for taking the time to leave this nice comment that inspires me to make more videos ;)

[@DeerheartStudioArts]

best tutorial on YT!🦌💌❤️📚

[@denisenoble4010]

Thank you for your version of making a hard cover Coptic stitch book. For several years I've followed another book binder who sewed the cover and first of last signature on at the same time so she didn't have the double stitching in the last signature, however I liked your idea of the french knot at the beginning and end of every row, so Thank you for sharing and from now on I will be doing both versions in my book binding

[@Papercutspress]

Thanks for your comment, I appreciate hearing what you're up to. Yes there are variations for sure, I love that you are trying different ways because different people prefer different techniques. Combine what you like and make it your own! I think of bookbinding kind of like language and every bookbinder has their own accent :)

[@kathypontin827]

Thank you. You are an excellent teacher!

[@Papercutspress]

You're welcome! And thanks so much for saying so.

[@EdWrigglesworth]

Amazing video!! Helped me complete my uni degree!! Thanks so much!

[@Papercutspress]

Awesome! I love to hear that, thank you. Congratulations!

[@lizbuchanan1]

Ohmygoodness NOW I understand it! I have many coptic stitch videos saved to my bookbinding folder. I was never quite sure I saw the trick. Sometimes mine worked; other times it fell apart. Your tutorial is perfection. Now I see where I messed up before. Thank you!

[@Papercutspress]

It can seem tricky! I'm glad this video helped you :) Thanks for the comment

[@AudeBCraft]

Merci beaucoup pour ce super tuto, c'est exactement ce qu'il me fallait pour faire mes carnets aquarelle ! Bonne journée !

[@ritastrkn4784]

Thank You so much for this lesson!❤❤❤

[@ClassySmiles]

I am a true beginner when it comes to book binding. As I get familiar with my new obsession, lol, I came across your video and I love how detailed you are and how simply and concisely you explain what you are doing. I have watched a few other videos and they are speeding through and going so fast, even for a "beginner" video. So I'd like to give a big THANK YOU for slowing it down and thoroughly explaining the process. This newbie is ever so grateful!!! 🙂😁

[@Papercutspress]

'All levels welcome' that's what I always say! Thanks for letting me know this video worked for you. I love that you are loving bookbinding! Hope you continue to have fun with it.

[@arunitadatta]

I just did my first Coptic binding. Thank you for this wonderful video. Subscribing your channel

[@Papercutspress]

Congratulations Arunita on your first coptic binding!

[@Pjpuglife]

much much easier with a curved needle. thank you so much great video.

[@emilyisis13]

I've been trying to find a good video that actually shows each stitch because so many people edit out some of the stitching & just say to repeat the steps but I've messed up because of that. Thanks to you I can see each stitch and now I know how to do it without getting lost in the middle of stitching lol great video!

[@Papercutspress]

Thank you for the comment! I have received similar feedback about following along with every step - you are not alone! I am glad my video worked for you :) Happy bookmaking!

[@bernadettegallagher3073]

Outstanding presentation!

[@Papercutspress]

Thanks! I am so glad you liked it.

[@loopylingust3859]

thank you so much, this helped me make my first book and i love it!

[@Papercutspress]

Oh I LOVE that you made your first book! Hopefully first of many... :)

[@nataliaieva3844]

Perfect video,thank you very much, you teach really well

[@Papercutspress]

Thank you!

[@aesthetic_lover_here]

Thank you so much dear. I just completed my first Coptic book binding. I tried it before watching other videos but I couldn't. You are a very good teacher ☺️☺️🤩🤩🤗🤗 Thank you

[@gabrielleannacormierart]

Awesome instructional video! This is the best one I watched so far and I’m feeling more confident about binding my own book now too. Could you make more showing the step by step for other types of stitching? Thanks for sharing your skills with us ❤️🙏 (about an hour or so later, I completed my first book using your Coptic stitching instructions 😆 so excited!!!)

[@Papercutspress]

Thank you Gabrielle! I'm so glad to hear that you are gaining confidence with bookbinding and that you completed your first book - yay! I hope to make more instructional videos, let me know if there are certain stitches you're most interested in. I do hope you continue making books, I love your excitement!

[@carolynramos7180]

This is a great tutorial, thank you 😊

[@Papercutspress]

You're welcome, and thanks!

[@beverlybowman813]

Just found you and very grateful. Your video is perfect. However very disappointing to see you only have few videos. Again, thankful for this one. I was hopeful that you would have more.

[@hazelblair6634]

Thank you, a very clear explanation so i have saved it. i would like to try this with my hand made papers.

[@Papercutspress]

Glad you like it! Thanks for commenting. Your idea with your handmade papers sounds GREAT!

[@diegooland1261]

Well done, this is awesome!

[@Papercutspress]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it :)

[@bouthainazidani322]

I did it thank you so much 😊

[@dawnreaume2837]

WoW!💥🙀❤️🐶 Thank you so much for making such a Terrifically Detailed tutorial!😘😘😘 I have watched so many bookbinding videos and I found that your Instructions and camera angle were the absolute Best for teaching this method!😻⭐️🥰 I have my needle threaded and I am now ready to begin Binding my first book ever!🪡🧵📔📚📙 I also subscribed to your Instagram!👍 Thank you! Hugs!❤️ 🎨Dawn

[@agaspversilia]

Excellent explanation and so sad you didn't do more videos on bookbinding. Hope you'll start posting again

[@lisareid7043]

I just did it, not perfect, but its my first try. Thank you! I enjoyed doing it!

[@Papercutspress]

Yay Lisa congratulations! I'm glad you had a positive first experience with this and hope you continue to make more books!

[@giovannascotti488]

Done! My back aches😅 but I'm done, not precise as your but I'm satisfied🎉Thank you❤

[@dozzer65]

Phew! I did it! You are too good a teacher not to make more video.

[@Papercutspress]

You did it yay! I will work on more videos, thank you for your interest.

[@zookie1522]

I love it 🥰

[@petra9313]

I did it thanks :D Good tutorial There wasn't any parts where I was confused on what to do

[@heddyc.heddyfermindeferrar8443]

Gracias mil. Excelente explicación. 😀

[@Papercutspress]

Gracias a ti también!