BEGINNER BOOKBINDING PROJECT | Art Journal

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0:00 - intro
0:10 - supplies
2:20 - folding signatures
4:00 - marking for sewing holes
4:19 - sewing signatures together
10:05 - gluing up spine
10:28 - building cover
18:25 - dry-fitting text block
18:45 - gluing textblock to cover
20:55 - adding endsheets
25:35 - weighing down to dry
25:50 - adding optional tie closure
27:50 - outro
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[@sharonmeeker6581]

Oh. My. Gosh. I have been making books for about 2 years now and this is the BEST lesson I’ve seen on how to attach endpapers. I cannot thank you enough! You are my book guru. 👏👏👏

[@nathalieheath5693]

Yes yes yessss!!!

[@randomlylearnt2477]

The techniques shown here are extremely interesting, however she should’ve paid attention to the paper and card stock grain direction in order to avoid warping. It should always run head to tail regardless of the binding technique used

[@NiktheBooksmith]

​@@randomlylearnt2477 Grain is something I talk about regularly. The grain in all the materials of this book was running parallel to the spine, but I don't recall why I didn't repeat my usual grain lecture in this video.

[@ConyMoya.]

Me: I don't need another hobby, I don't need another hobby, I don't need another hobby. KZbin: you need to learn book binding. Me: I need to learn book binding

[@meh825]

Lolol such relatable. I wanna make my own sketchbooks and notebooks too

[@LydiaKrow]

I can so relate :D

[@coachcarenfern]

😆😆😆😆🤪

[@NiktheBooksmith]

The struggle is most def real, Constanza! 😬😄

[@OliveraK]

same here

[@carolpeiffer2222]

This was a trip down memory lane for me. When I was an art student (1960s), one assignment was to bind a book. The overall method was very much like what you did. The only difference was that we used larger, thinner paper & more stitches (maybe about an inch apart). We stitched (I think) 8 pieces of paper together to make signatures of 16 pages. My book was about 1" thick. Once those were stitched together, like yours the edges of the papers were not even, but our professor had an arrangement with a local printing shop where the college had its printing done to put our books in an industrial paper slicer that cut the edges even on each student's book. Apparently, it could cut hundreds of pages at once. I had started with pages that were 5.5" X 8.5". Once the pages were cut on 3 sides it was only slightly smaller. Then we knew how large to make our covers & finish the books. I ended up eventually filling mine by writing my favorite quotes in it. Years later, I became interested in making hand-made books again after I found a library book with a zillion ways to put a book together. The first one I made opened like an accordion. It had 10 pages (front and back 20) plus the covers. I filled it with images of my favorite author and some of his quotes. (I started to collect quotes on little scraps of paper in a shoebox when I was about 10.) Your video reminded me of the process I used in my college class and now I want to make more. Thank you.

[@momijiyamanishi4548]

Aren't those school days great? I remember being in pottery class and the friendships that i made and the fun that we had. Plus we had good instructors.

[@LedgerAndLace]

Suh-WEET! The possibilities are endless with this little book. But first! I must change into my ball gown. :-)

[@ReneesatItAgain]

🌻xx

[@LedgerAndLace]

@@ReneesatItAgain

[@ReneesatItAgain]

@@LedgerAndLace Ah!! Bouquets are the best, especially in April--21!! ...and I'm on the search for a ball gown so I can join you and lady genius!!! ; ))

[@NiktheBooksmith]

😄

[@AnnMiE]

I made this book for myself with actual watercolor paper, because I wanted to encourage myself to actually fill an entire sketchbook with watercolor sketches, and I am usually too intimidated to use the fancy ones. (I feel like I need to paint good enough to go into the book.) So I thought that if I made it myself, I would be less intimidated, because if I mess it up, I can just make another book without problems. The problem is that it came out far too nice. :) Thank you for the clear and easy to follow tutorial!

[@justforfunlol2258]

If you make a deliberate mess in the first page, something wild and impulsive, you will prolly lose the perfectionist pressure moving on

[@TheMollyPitchers]

Thank YOUUU.... for making it simple. I'm dyslexic and have watched so many videos, read so many books and articles and I've come away with impression that most book makers see themselves as massively exclusive. Thanks for being a booksmith, NOT a booksnob 🕊️

[@thuma3881]

Watching this and actually trying it really helps with my anxiety,free therapy

[@sandeebartsch9063]

Nik, I've been watching you for sometime now, and I feel it is the time to express how much I appreciate your video's. You are a master paper engineer, and a top notch teacher. You have a very bright personality, a beautiful voice, you are funny and honest. I love truth tellers. I hope and pray that your health improves daily. I am on a quest to make secret journals for my grandchildren when they graduate when I found your laptop series. I cannot thank you enough. I am obsessed. My grandchildren are very young so I keep small little stories about them and they will add up over time. When they graduate they will have a memory journal from Nana. I just wanted you to know what you do makes a huge difference in our lives and for generations to come. x0x. P.S. I want that spacer bar. Hee Hee.

[@NiktheBooksmith]

Sandee, you've made my day...week?? What a thoughtful, clandestine plan! 😊

[@jadelucifernadeem8488]

Thanks for you beautiful. Gmail 🙋‍♀️👍and keep rising 📖

[@joannepeyton1654]

Every project is pure perfection. I could watch you for hours. And you have a lovely speaking voice to go with your videos. You are very much appreciated! 💜😎

[@NiktheBooksmith]

that is so sweet of you to say, thank you Joanne =)

[@heatherhwang3078]

"I'm gonna put something kind of heavy on top of it" *pulls out a brick* LOL! That and the spongebob reference had me laughing. Thank you so much for this tutorial and the laughs! Beautiful book btw!

[@brendaleitzow8062]

I watched your video earlier this year and understood nothing. I have been watching, learning, and practicing. Today, this made complete sense! Thank you.

[@rowan864]

where were u when I first began book making, you go over detail in such a pleasant and fun way!

[@Vikiwastestime]

You are a tonic, my dear. Just what I needed.

[@kotyashkotyash873]

Oh, God, FINALLY a tutorial, served as affordable and easy as it actually is, thanks, really helps me with my kinda first fine book.

[@NiktheBooksmith]

Glad it helped!

[@jadelucifernadeem8488]

Thanks you. And in enjoy the story and I have more story to tell 🍬📖

[@RingmerMM]

I wish all tutorials were this good! I particularly like the chapters index so that I can quickly refer to an earlier or later comment. I've made several A5 books but this, as it almost fits in the palm of my hand seems much less intimidating. That's Christmas sorted - Many Thanks.

[@JessNV]

Love the ease in which you work. Small ti-, making sure the grain direction in the chip board and cover paper are the same will reduce warp.

[@kf9058]

I'm just here re watching this. Thinking about how I'm 28 and barely learning book binding(how sad that is that it's not taught) , and how I can't wait to teach my children this! 😁

[@Terrapin22]

Oh my God, I've wanted to learn how to do this for years and years and I couldn't find anything on how to do it. I am ever so happy that I stumbled upon this video.

[@apriladams8710]

You are a true booksmith, Nik the Booksmith!! How beautiful your books are!

[@lateonaname]

Thank you! This is the binding technique I’ve been hoping to find 🙏🏽 I’m a newbie at book making but have a junk journal and an arches watercolor book now under my belt 😁 the watercolor turned out honestly amazing but this binding technique would’ve been so much better 🤍 I’m resolved to never buy another sketchbook ever and to make all my own now with my preferred papers

[@ceced3530]

The Blue Danube is my all-time favorite and a perfect companion for this beautiful little book.

[@christinacreatesau]

Ha, glad I'm not the only one who has to edit out needle threading shenanigans. Love it Nik. Cute little book.

[@mountainsandvalleys6146]

Wow! You did that so well! Thanks for sharing.

[@Smagistrale]

I love the fact you wrapped your brick in pretty paper. Genius way to use it as a weight and not dirty up projects. 💪🏻

[@fondahorton6248]

This is super cute, thank you for sharing ❤️

[@annharbaugh2991]

What a great journal! Thank you.

[@artglue2]

So inspiring! Making this today! Thank you!

[@suekelly2835]

Love this. I’ll refer to this video often! Thanks!!!

[@annelawver2703]

Thank you for demystifying the process of book binding! I know I will have to watch at least once more. And then again with materials at hand. Your final book is simply gorgeous.

[@christinecaronnabeard1369]

Wow!! That is gorgeous! Thank you for the post!

[@soniahuelin7870]

Wish my hands would let me attempt to make this. Beautiful. Your video was so nice to watch. ❤❤❤

[@senyagwynn8095]

I love the way you made this book!! The binding is amazing!!

[@jennifermarlowe5336]

That was great Nik! And I LOVE the wrapped brick as a weight-what a good idea! Thanks!

[@studio-989]

AMAZING!! Thank you so much for sharing!!

Perfect! Gorgeous idea! Thanks for sharing! 🤩

[@joannoble4093]

You are amazing. Thank you for your instruction.

[@holdenbabyboy]

Wow! You are amazing! Beautiful job.

[@amandabroad6139]

Love, love, love this!!! Off to my craft room to make some books xx

[@kaylarosemary936]

I love the casual map wrapped brick

[@kasunaharris3412]

This has been an AMAZING tutorial!!! You made things SO SIMPLE to follow. Thank you for sharing your gift. May the Lord continue to bless the work of your hands.

[@NiktheBooksmith]

Glad it was helpful!

[@deegillaspy1939]

Thank you for such a great video. This is going to be my project for today.

[@catescraft]

Thanks for the awesome video! Can't wait to try this...

[@kateveneroso5754]

very cool! clear instructions with thoughtful tips!

[@ColorwaveCraftsCo]

The little tie closure is a nice touch 😊 very easy to follow tutorial!

[@madilee-jasper2453]

I feel nice and relaxed after watching this. Thanks a lovely waffle-free, instructional and motivating video. Yippee

[@jneigler]

What a great looking book! So pretty! Thanks for sharing.

[@carriebarnet1675]

You make it look so easy! Looks fantastic!

[@Doplayors]

Just finished making my first book & I am SO proud of how it came out! Couldn’t have done it without your thorough & clear instructions. Easiest tutorial to follow I’ve ever attempted 🎉

[@toninb5x574]

I’m so happy to discover you. I’ve done some bookbinding in the past and your tutorial is just what I needed to refresh my memory. Thank you so much for posting! 🔔

[@cynthiawicker2175]

Love, love, love this! This would make such cute gifts!!!

[@melissahancock3298]

Super cute! Great instructions!

[@codyunferdorfer9177]

Just beginning bookbinding, very helpful. Thanks!

[@AzaleaLuna]

Saved this to my Book Binding Tuts list. It perfection. Thanks Nik.

[@jeanw4912]

That freeze frame made all the difference!!!

[@NiktheBooksmith]

Hi Jean! There's a link to my Flickr page where I've uploaded a stitch diagram, if that helps =)

[@cjl.6394]

Very beautiful! Love your attention to detail - will try this!!

[@flowercbs]

This tutorial was absolutely mesmerizing. This was not the tutorial I was looking for to instruct me on my project, BUT, I'm now inspired to create one of these beautiful little books. A plus was the wonderfully clear, concise instruction and demonstration that was given to create this old school ART form. 💖

[@shokouh.n3813]

OMG the best tutorial for making books😍thank you so so so much

[@mistyday269]

Love watching you bind these wee books!!♥️💫

[@susanwilkinson2723]

Excellent! I'm excited to give this a try. Thank you for sharing!

[@ginnyberg9271]

This is so peaceful going in my craft ideas for this fall and winter

[@galewallblanco8184]

This is fantastic! Book binding is something I never knew I needed to do so much. It seems so fun, ah, I want to experiment a lot with it. Thank you very much Nik!

[@robinhaury9295]

This is so beautiful. Thank you for the detailed instructions.

[@knaples2593]

Wow awesome!

[@JanieAlcove9]

What a wonderful tutorial. I find myself looking at the book construction as much as the book itself any more…..!!!!!

[@ananddassa2017]

look so nice, great work thanks for the video and the information

[@lynetteclauser3551]

You make it look so easy. Beautiful!

[@MI-rr1dr]

Beautiful and easy to follow. Thank you!!

[@sarah4264]

I have some beautiful linen and brocade fabrics that I would love to make books from. This would be so perfect. Thank you for this tutorial.

[@brigitter1469]

This is absolutely adorable!! I am so glad I found your video because I have always wanted to find myself a book that I could write in, like the book in the Hobbit movies. They cost a fortune if you can even find anything like that. This is a small scale of what I'd like to do and now I am going to see what I can do to make it happen!! Thank you for the video.

[@locolopelocolope]

Best tutorial EVER! Thank you

[@yvethemetriccrafter688]

Delightful!! Thank you for sharing Nik .

[@mariestuart1812]

Absolutly Amazing!!!!!!! Thank you

[@dr.amyanna9235]

Every time I hear the music, I naturally think of my girls I teach ballet and equine to the girls then get on the horses to start the next class... 🌹♥️🌹♥️ You are the best at teaching! My mom watches you faithfully!

[@SallyJane84]

Wow! Mind blown! That's amazing! I have to try this!!

[@camillecress8835]

I never get tired of watching you create.

[@8r4ham]

Straight forward and fully instructional film that now means I can make a watercolour journal to the size I want. perfect.thanks.

[@kylehowey7440]

This is amazing, thank you so much!

[@billynewman8116]

That is super cool. Thanks for the video!

[@tuthillg]

Adorable little journal and easy bookbinding! TFS the inspiration, Nik!

[@ginamarquez7091]

Fantastic! This looks professional but was so practical I'm not overwhelmed like with other videos.

[@GinDasCreative]

I loved this tutorial. You spoke well, made it fun, sped up bits that needed to be sped up, just great✌️😀💛

[@Hummmminify]

Looks like a great challenge for the next snow week....thank you very much 😀

[@rmp9849]

This is great fun! Thanks! Added to a growing list of to do projects- near the top!!

[@sharongillesp]

I’ve seen many tedious instructions but I have to say I enjoyed watching this one very much indeed! Thank you for sharing:)

[@jillyoude6909]

Awesome Video!!! I have made a few different books following other videos, this one was so well done, clear instructions, great video of steps. I cant wait to make it.

[@donna6516]

Absolutely wonderful -- love it all and your explanation / demonstrations were perfect!

[@sharonemanuel7648]

Wow! That's beautiful!

[@theempath8244]

Thank you for that beautiful video. So easy to follow and you made a lovely little book. The best book binding video I have seen for ages.

[@iamhuman145]

I gave it a shot! Guided by your excellent tutorial I just made my first tiny art journal with Arches water color paper (140 lb) and African cloth on the cover! I am so happy with the result. Thank you so much, you are a great teacher. 😄

[@ulysses_grant]

Great! Amazing work of art! You have the gift! Thank you for posting!

[@user-zv1qp6cp9y]

thank you nik! a very clear tutorial and i'm happy to say i will be making many more books like this.

[@janephipps1405]

This was the best video I've seen since I've been watching these types. Thank you! I learned a lot of tips that I didn't even think of. Like not glueing the spine to the back of the book. The button idea! So much good information. I saved it so I can go back to it for guidance.

[@carolramsey8039]

Wonderful! Thank you!!! You are very inspiring.

[@joylynnburkhardt3202]

Love your videos!! Thank you for sharing!

[@joylynnburkhardt3202]

Absolutely awesome! I’ve watched this method on other channels .. but you make it do much easier to understand! Thank you Nic! Your the bomb diggity!

[@pamketron]

This was the perfect video Nik. I loved everything about it. I learned so much from watching you. This little journal is beautiful. The colors are so pretty. You are the best book maker I have ever watched. May have to try and make me an art journal like this. Thank you for all the details you share. Happy Week to you! 💕🧵📘

[@marilyn1228]

Sweet little art book and video....thanks!!!

[@sylviestar8666]

So inspirons! Thank you so Michel!

[@lindafredtrauffer8175]

Your tutorials are so informative, the instructions are clear and easy to follow. I had watch several in preparation for making family cookbooks In 2020! Couldn’t have done that without your instructions; thanks!

[@kerendn]

This tutorial is fantastic. I just completed mine using what I had around the house and wow! I used a different stitching for the pages but followed the tutorial for the hardcover. Thank you!!