Books Unbound

by Jacobs, Michael

• ISBN13: 9781581807189
• ISBN10: 158180718X
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2005-12-21
• Publisher: North Light Books

Summary

This guide takes traditional bookmaking out of the box and into the realm of limitless possibilities. Crafters, scrapbookers and bookmakers will delight in the pages of this highly inventive and energetic guide that shows how to create books with never-before-seen effects.While most bookmaking guides focus on classic binding techniques, Books Unbound keeps the sewing to a minimum. Instead, it uses basic techniques to explore the creative potential of the pages and paper. Crafters will learn how to create pop-up designs, multiple layers, and special folds that are sculptural, multi-dimensional and extremely clever.Projects include:*Step-by-step instructions that make these incredible 3D and layered designs achievable, even for beginners*Materials that are easy to find at any craft store*Templates for each design*Tips and variations for customizing each project*Content that is completely originalAll of the projects are highly versatile and can be adapted to be simple or more intricate, depending on preference. With so many ideas, this guide will inspire crafters to take their own books to another level of creativity.

Table of Contents

Unraveling the Book	p. 7
Tools and Materials	p. 8
Techniques	p. 10
What is a book?	p. 25
Thinking Outside the Book	p. 27
Fold-and-Cut Book	p. 28
One-Piece Cover Book	p. 32
Checkerboard Book	p. 36
Criss-Cross Book	p. 42
Lollipop Stick Book	p. 46
Piano Hinge Journal	p. 52
Wrap-Around Journal	p. 56
Folding Journal	p. 60
Four Under Cover	p. 64
Picture Frame Book	p. 68
Concertina Cabaret	p. 72
Beyond Covered Boards	p. 79
Matchbox Marvel	p. 80
Book in a Box	p. 84
Specimen Book	p. 88
Three-Sided Triangle Book	p. 94
Four-Sided Triangle Book	p. 100
Architectural Towers	p. 106
Wire-Edge Album	p. 112
Sky House Book	p. 116
Storybook House	p. 120
Resources	p. 126
Index	p. 127
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