Rebinding DUNE - Part 3 - Upgrading A Vintage Book: Cover Flap, Magnets & Leather

[@truelazerlight]

Naturally there's a lot of focus on the craft of bookbinding. But I'd like for everyone to pause for a second and appreciate how incredibly well these videos are produced.

[@obadiahnormal8070]

No

[@prettybird29]

Yes

[@waynecarrjr.1187]

Maybe

[@LaughingInTiny]

Definitely. Love the editing.

[@anthonyparkinson4517]

The wait between Infinity War and Endgame was nothing compared to the time between instalments of this! Please upload part 4 soon.

[@nariahlisboa4807]

Relatable, I've been looking forward for this video and can't wait for the next part

[@amacuro]

I hope he makes a sandworm or something crazy like he did the Beholder for the DnD book!

[@arabellachampaq689]

Wow, y’all, he’s posting this at no charge to the viewer and considerable effort of his part. So appreciation to the artist is in order, not complaining.

[@jakemeyer8188]

this. So...much...this.

[@mostlyghostey]

I know right! I felt like I was checking back every other day on the channel to see if I had missed the upload!

[@TheBadRandolph]

That half hour just flew by. Amazing work!

[@FourKeysBookArts]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@TheAlkhemiaStudio]

it rly did!! enjoyed the process all the way!

[@devineartwork2827]

Crazy that content like this is free, appreciate the time you put into this!

[@FourKeysBookArts]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@Nobrev]

The bricks are my favorite recurring characters. They're invaluable.

[@ironbomb6753]

I like that the bricks are wrapped. Mostly for protection, I'm sure. I use lead bars for weight as I glue my model airplanes together. Those are painted in epoxy paint for protection as well. My protection. 👍

[@LokiOdinssnn]

​@@ironbomb6753 was just about to warn you about the lead before i finished reading your comment lol.

[@ironbomb6753]

@@LokiOdinssnn thanks mate! 🙂

[@alnd]

my grandpa was a amateur bookbinder for longer than I've been alive. He was always a bit of a quiet guy, not super eager to share his hobby with others. His house was filled with books and he had been known to disappear into the studio whenever a family event was dragging on a bit too long. I was always interested in his bookbinding, but he didn't get the chance to teach me his craft before he passed. Watching these videos reminds me of him and I'm really glad I get to learn a little bit more about him through your videos. The book is looking incredible, excited for part 4!

[@stellviahohenheim]

I would've burned all of his books if i were you

[@TheWarriorSolution]

I had never heard of Dune before stumbling across your first rebinding of Dune video. Since then, I've listened to the audiobook as well as thoroughly enjoyed both newer movies. You opened my eyes to a whole new universe of amazing characters and stories just from your love of a classic book and your desire to share that love with the world. Thank you!

[@FourKeysBookArts]

Amazing! It’s the best feeling being able to introduce someone to a book and they really love it.

[@auntielaura5]

So happy to hear you enjoyed one of my favorite books. As a suggestion - don’t bother with any of the sequels. None of them come anywhere close to Dune imo.

[@SGresponse]

The irony of a popularity resurgence (due to a new movie being produced) leading to this channel attempting to get more views to bounce off that popularity leading to you then bouncing off the channel itself, not the original work, to join the popularity.

[@Mrwizfoz]

​@@auntielaura5 such a bad take

[@nsblur]

I wholly disagree with the statement that the sequels aren’t good! If you enjoyed the first Dune, please consider continuing with at least the next 5 originally written by Frank Herbert himself! I will concur that the following books are different because they end up dealing with different ideas/problems, and eventually different characters, so they don’t follow the same thrilling “hero’s journey” type of adventure as the first. But Frank Herbert was a genius writer, and after reading Dune Messiah and Children of Dune it makes rereading the first book all the better due to you having additional context. Tldr, Frank Herbert is great and if you liked the first book you should give the following books in the series a chance!

[@lichenthrope__]

I think the coolest thing about your channel is how clear it is that when you try new things, you're basing your ideas on an obviously intimate familiarity with your materials and their properties, so your experiments usually work out really well despite doing lots of stuff you've never tried before

[@lester44444]

And there seems to be a lot of foresight for when things haven't gone well, and he's already got clearances built in to solve those issues!

[@plewelly]

I feel like there is a unwritten rule somewhere that if you're going to make videos about slow, careful, contemplative handicrafts like book binding, you have to wear a cable knit sweater.

[@144megabytes]

A fire crackling in the background would help

[@Zer0LifeNegi]

I've been struggling a lot with depression lately, and watching this series, this passion project, it helps a lot to pull me back and remember that there are things worth doing.

[@TheAce5511]

Ahh I can finally stop refreshing my homepage

[@truelazerlight]

Ah, but what about the next video? Better go back to refreshing!

[@djentmadness]

The best things about this video/channel that make it stand out from others like it: 1. Calm and clear commentary explaining all of the details of the process, allowing us to truly experience the process almost as if we were making the book. 2. No music - the silence and sounds of tools being used again adds immersion 3. Long format with time spent showcasing each step and scope of time and patience required to go through all steps- again adds immersion. Overall, 10/10 video and video style. Much improved from the older videos you did without commentary. Absolutely nailed it and don't think you need to change anything to improve the format.

[@Ziltoid_Knows]

I love to watch someone with passion for their craft.

[@Saralaia93]

This is legit one of the best unintentional AMSR I´ve ever seen! And this whole process, the love to detail and the craftsmenship 🙏🏻

[@bleakmouse6201]

taking a moment to show off "the new neighbors" is very Bob Ross. Love that

[@hopefulwander]

It’s so satisfying watching a master do their craft. It’s captivating

[@mortranvids]

I've been looking forward to seeing this!

[@lizzfrmhon]

I’m sure the author would have been so honored to have his work encased in such a beautiful binding and cover.

[@schelsullivan]

I spent 10 years as a young man in shoe and leather repair. Some of the skill sets overlap. Interesting and strangley nostalgic. Great video and audio production. If you doing all this work yourself, you deserve a standing ovation.

[@reggietheporpoise]

Man, I binged all of these. The attention to detail, the artistic sensibility, the beautiful and interesting filming/editing, the thoughtful narration. I love all of it. Hope to see part 4 soon!

[@Chowdeeeer]

You absolutely NAILED IT with that leather pattern, it looks amazing and straight out of a fremen camp! I'll be waiting for the finale!

[@DavidsProjekt]

IM SO EXCITED FOR EPISODE 4

[@JPeeee]

Keep waiting...🙄 It has been a month already...

[@DavidsProjekt]

@@JPeeee It'll release tomorrow.

[@Spellfork]

*All praise the Brick of Handiness* Thanks for another excellent video!

[@goodbye3064]

Gosh... it's beautiful!

[@brettcody76]

Such amazing craftsmanship and bookbinding! You are an artist par excellence, my friend.

[@FourKeysBookArts]

Thank you very much!

[@apoplastic3589]

Beautiful work! Looking forward to the next instalment in this saga 🔥

[@FourKeysBookArts]

Thank you 🙌

[@wctolliver]

That was so worth the wait and so incredibly satisfying

[@t_byson6576]

The pure peace these videos give me is just. So perfect

[@lordhoagie]

Excellent video. Molding the leather to the book spine with a tiny Crysknife was a nice touch.

[@MaxWithTheSax]

Love the design of the flap and the leather works really well with everything else

[@Veritas419]

Impeccable workmanship of the book is complemented by the excellent production value of the video.

[@ryke7656]

Maybe not applicable to this project, but I love cover flaps that contain reference info for fantastical fiction. So easy to pull up a map or appendix without losing your place in the story!

[@FourKeysBookArts]

Ohh that's a neat idea.

[@CudpudQC]

I cried to be honest, thanks!

[@amgroves76]

I only bookbind occasionally and without your tools, but I have learned so much in each of your videos that I'm looking forward to binding the hobbit for my brother now. If I could hit like a billion times I would! I've learned so much! Dune book is amazing!

[@putteslaintxtbks5166]

Very nice! One thing I might do is for second set of magnets is befor putting on the double sided tape to mark there places, is with a marking pen, put an x on each, so none get put in with the wrong polarity, pushing away, instead of pulling together after making them permanent in place.

[@FourKeysBookArts]

I was very conscious to flip the magnets over from where they were stuck to the cover as I placed them into the flap. Reversing the polarity would have been very counterproductive!

[@Achenar15]

28:10 you under estimate us good sir! Given a 10 hour cut of this video we would still be with you, wonderful work

[@valeriemacias6285]

This series brings me such joy. You are a true artist.

[@havangardo]

This is amazing! The book, the way you work with the leather, the video editing! I'm in awe 😍

[@BilbosOreo]

Wow! Just wow! I've also been waiting patiently (impatiently?) for this installment, and will continue to wait for part 4. I love your attention to detail and your meticulous work to get it all just right! You are an inspiration!!!

[@FourKeysBookArts]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@draco5991rep]

Beautiful Work Dennis, already looking forward to Part 4 and impatient to see the detailing and ornamentation for this beauty.

[@yolgezer98]

It's a joy seeing a master doing this thing

[@auntielaura5]

I think my heart may have stopped when the end-flap didn’t close, but that’s where your expertise came in; you knew exactly what to do. 😁🎉. Thank you so much for including us in this wonderful journey - you’re creating a piece of art dedicated to one of my favorite books. I love the aesthetic vibe you’re going for- this would be a sacred book, but the fremen wouldn’t have access to truly refined materials. I’m excited to see how you will decorate the cover. ❤️

[@adamXatomic]

Yet another seriously under-rated channel. This is nothing short of a true art form.

[@jessicamorneau]

It’s always a treat to watch your videos. Thank you for sharing your process with us Dennis!

[@lloooiis]

the click of the magnets at the end was so satisfying

[@emiliol.9431]

This is beautiful work! Thanks for sharing the process in such detail and passing along your knowledge.

[@Sintanity]

"Then i remembered my tweezers are made of metal, and I'm working with magnets." Hah!! I felt that one in my soul. The book is gorgeous! I just love how you did the envelope!!

[@daveherres3374]

The craftsmanship is just stunning. Remarkable job.

[@Chrisc-sn6uh]

I was thinking earlier today about what makes things special, i think its the amount of time and care someone has put into it. Watching this video has put testament to that. Such wonderful carefully thought out craftsmanship! Thank you for sharing, God bless you.

[@steveireland1860]

Hi Dennis, well absolute exquisite work as always, really well worth the wait, can wait to see the end result, I do admire your infinite patience 👍

[@XyerDark]

I really like the idea of a bookmark made from a leather braid but the knot at the end is a bit big, a so called "mystery braid" could be better for this, as you don't actually cut the end of it so you have it the same thickness all the way through, and you can cut it into a more interesting shape as well. Regardless of that, every video you seem to one up yourself and I really look forward to the final one in this serie.

[@zacharybonk788]

Cutting and peeling the leather on the covers was super satisfying!

[@ivett.e]

I've watched every video thus far and when the magnets clicked such an amazing feeling for me. I can't imagine what you felt. Thank you for sharing these videos with us! Onto part four 🥰

[@dissimulo8517]

Thank you for showing us the creation of this masterpiece. I look forward to the next video episode of this project.

[@jaromir_kovar]

Hello Dennis, thank you for letting us glimpse into the magic of creation which you are a master of. I was so looking forward to this episode. It was riveting as well as healing. With each step I was more fascinated and more at peace inside. This tome will be dug up from hot sands one day in distant future, scuffed but preserved by the hot, desiccating air. Already, it is an artifact. The leather is alien in origin and looks hot to the touch. And the design is from a bookbinding school once taught on a different planet (and even there it is already found in ancient temples and museums only). I see it full of sand. It is a masterpiece and I am so happy we can witness its creation. Thank you, sir!

[@oliversimonnet]

This video somehow became one of the things I had looked forward to most each day for the past month! Looking forward to that final part!

[@ImpyChan]

Your geeky book(re)binding projects are somehow both incredibly soothing and wildly exciting at the same time, and the details leave me feeling a little giddy. I can practically feel the love for both the craft and the content of the books tingling in my fingertips in an echo of what shows on screen. I'm looking forward to seeing what you do next time for finishing details!

[@cozmoos]

Sometimes while watching your videos I imagine back hundreds of years, to the joy an author would have felt when seeing their work professionally binded. Such little joys are not to be lost.

[@josuelservin]

That trick with the washi hinge is so good! I have struggled in the past with similar leather projects, and this is gonna be so useful. Thank you so much for your wonderful and detailed videos, I've learned so much and they are incredibly entertaining and beautiful!

[@Anothy]

It's looking amazing. I can't wait to see the final result. 👍👍

[@billblatzheim6273]

Absolutely incredible. Such beautiful work - thank you for sharing it with us!

[@MrGrundle]

What absolute craftsmanship! At 60 years, I never knew the technicalities of book binding. Your videos and explanations were superb, and I thoroughly enjoyed watching the 3-part series. Bravo!

[@StucklnAWell]

I'm so excited while waiting on part 4. Ive been reading Dune, which is a feat in itself for me, as i struggle with severe ADHD, and finishign a 200 page book is a lot in my current daily life. Right now im about 300 pages in, and look forward to reading more, frequently. So whether part 4 or finishing Dune happens first, im so happy to have them both to look forward to.

[@VEE-rd7cu]

I Love that magnet trick, I will remember this for a future project. Again, absolutely beautiful.

[@MrOfearos]

I am blown away by your videos! The proficiency and knowledge you have in a field I didn't know existed a few hours ago is incredible! Hypnotic to watch

[@guyloren]

Wonderful, wonderful craftsmanship again Dennis. Thank you for sharing this process! Beautiful job.🏆

[@emulsion_]

The best channel on the Internet

[@MrArecius]

This series helped me to get back to bookbinding. Thanks for your good work!

[@jcortese3300]

Yet another heirloom -- amazing, incredible work. I love how you manage to reflect the book's content in your bindings. Everything about this is perfect.

[@blahdzhahd3736]

You and Chef Jean-Pierre are my favorite YT channels. Every time I see a new video I'm like a kid again waking up to watch Saturday morning cartoons. The book is looking amazing, and like everyone else watching, can't wait for that 4th video. You're like the Bob Ross of book binding, your videos are so relaxing and enthralling at the same time. Well done sir!

[@e-artemas7295]

Yayyy finally it’s here, can’t wait to watch it today :) thank you

[@NathanD.Parece]

What a fantastic art form. Thank you for making these videos and letting us in on the process; the dedication, skill, and patience that it takes to learn bookbinding is clearly immense, so to have it edited together like this is a real treat. I can't wait for part 4--but take your time, of course!

[@brettcody76]

I have been waiting with SO MUCH excitement to see this!! Thank you, Dennis!!!

[@FourKeysBookArts]

My pleasure!!

[@mp2216]

Loving this series! There are so many books I would love to have this custom leather process done to.

[@merseyviking]

7:19 is just what my OCD needs ❤️

[@baracudabill6076]

Appreciate your craftsmanship! It's amazing to watch your work, from concept to execution. Thank you for sharing your journey with us!

[@tombryant9878]

I've watched all three, I am waiting for four...great set of videos. Well worth watching. Thank you.

[@schattenblume4795]

I absolutly love your paper covered weights, they are so beautiful

[@FourKeysBookArts]

Thank you so much! They're starting to show some wear and tear though so I might re-cover them soon.

[@DavidJoyce13]

This is awesome. I'm totally impressed with the asymmetrical flap and the innovative use of neodymium magnets, including the kozo patches! If Frank Herbert was still living, your work here would be the copy he had on his shelf!

[@MadCrazyCooI]

Completely mesmerized by this series. Fantastic work, can't wait to see the finished result

[@juliant.1770]

This is one of my favorite series ever! The book really feels like Dune!

[@IllustratedManOfficial]

This series was incredible. I love this artisan craftsmanship. Rare today. Thank you for posting. ❤

[@claudiosolomon1324]

I've been waiting for this video like the best song of an artist during a concert

[@s.l.dixononline]

Masterpiece. This is so enjoyable to watch.

[@unheilbargut]

You sir are an absolutely masterful artisan! I‘m left with an open mouth and stare into some far away point, speechless and with a faint scent of spice tingling the inside of my nose. I now wait for part 4, look out for signs before its arrival, like I was waiting for Shai-Hulud.

[@MariaPNW]

OMG I'm in awe!! I set my alert just to catch this as soon as you published. I want to be good as you one day!!! That leather...I can only imagine your collection of leathers (I love adding leathers to my book covers)!! Your tools...your tools are so AWESOME!!!!!!!!! It's a necessary investment to do the job right, and efficiently, so one day I hope to have some of your tools, presses, binding weaver, etc. That leather braid.. I can go on and on and on! So you know I'll be re-watching this a few hundred times. My favorite part is letting things dry overnight and seeing results next morning. I really appreciate you show your dilemmas, issues, mistakes, etc. and how you fix them (even if it means re-doing)!!! That's a book maker's daily life...fixing and correcting. I love it all!!!

[@FourKeysBookArts]

What you say about fixing things is totally true! And sometimes the waiting is the worst part, but the gratification is definitely an upside. Thanks for the lovely comments!

[@subrosa7mm]

Wow!! Absolutely beautiful!!can wait for the next video Dennis!

[@Tobeshadow]

Absolutely stunning, this was a joy to watch. Truly a book binding beyond imagination, outstanding work!

[@littlesweetrocky]

I cannot express myself in words as to how excited I get every single time I see a new book binding video on my feed! Amazing work❤

[@kiddcomet3563]

Amazing craftsmanship 👍👍

[@yakumorisuke9403]

Incredible. It looks amazing! And the magnet trick to get the measurements right is so simple but so clever

[@stepexgd6628]

Oh wow, this much care and dedication for a book... I'm amazed.

[@schattenblume4795]

The book looks amazing. Also I really enjoy your narration explanation, your voice is nice to listen to

[@FourKeysBookArts]

Thank you kindly!

[@Nikforallthesereasons]

You had me from part 1. This had been truly amazing to watch.

[@lisajarvis3820]

❤️ The magnet method and the ribbon placement!

[@terminalterminus]

I love reading but never paid any thought to the binding process. Your channel feels me with awe and appreciation, thank you.

[@paulinemegson8519]

Ooooh I’ve been waiting for this. Honestly Dennis, quite apart from the actual process, which I’m watching carefully for the actual process, there’s also just how very soothing it is to watch a craftsman do what they love, and I’m in need of soothing. The 25th was the anniversary of the passing of my partner, and it’s always a difficult few days around that date, and then there was an incident in London (I’m in NZ)involving the injury of HouseHold Cavalry horses. I was a horse person in my youth so I follow a couple of YT accounts dedicated to the horses, and also lived in London for a while in my youth, and sadly two of the horses we know were involved…..so a bloody horrible few days, not to mince words. This was balm on an over sensitive soul, so thank you. Bless the maker and his water Bless the coming and going of him May his passage cleanse the world May he keep the world for his people

[@beausimon6819]

A full LOTR set like your D&D tomes would be so cool

[@robertlavery6896]

I absolutely love this, your content makes me want to learn all of these techniques myself!

[@FourKeysBookArts]

I’m glad to be a source of inspiration, thank you!

[@idontcare7639]

Incredible binding really made me appreciate the craft