Lbforgues (Papercrafts): Japanese Stab Binding : Tortoise Shell Pattern. Japanese Stab Binding Pattern: Tortoise Shell Binding Here is the tutorial for the Japanese Stab Binding technique called the Tortoise Shell pattern.
[This pattern is slightly different in that the holes become groups of three, the hole at the center of each group is the pivotal hole (the holes farthest from the spine). For each pivotal hole, you will sew into each of its neighbors, and then move to the next group.] Other Tutorials Available: Simple & BasicTraditional What you need 20-50 sheets of paper (cut to same size, cut to the size you want the book to be) Heavy weight paper (2 sheets) for front and back covers Pencil and ruler Leather hole punch or thick nail with a mallet or hammer Thread (linen thread, yarn. ribbon, embroidery thread, whichever material you prefer for the spine), Yarn darning or tapestry needle, scissors Directions: 1. 2. 3. 4.
To bind: 5. 1 Cut a length of thread or ribbon about 6 1/2 times the height of the binding, and thread the needle. 6. 7. Lbforgues (Papercrafts): Stab Binding Tutorials. Loresque: Tutorial: Japanese Stab Binding (DIY bookbinding) Today I'll show you how to bind a book the Japanese way.
It's a very simple technique once you get the hang of it. Enjoy! — Paper, of course. Size doesn't matter yet. — Cardboard for the covers — Wood glue. Binding Methods. Binding Methods Binding can be very simple and very inexpensive.
Or you can go to a bit more effort or expense depending on how you want your books to turn out. Some claim that it's best to choose a method where you can take pages out and replace them if they become ruined. But it seems that the only way they become ruined is when they are bound loosely (like in a 3-ring binder). Choosing a more permanent binding will keep your pages from tearing out and you won't have to worry about replacing them.
Below I have highlighted the basics of a few methods I have heard of. Or go to My Binding Page to learn the method I use. COVER AND SPINE OPTIONS - Before you move on to the methods below, here are a couple options that will be mentioned throughout. Covers - Covers are best printed on cardstock, and can be laminated or not. See my Printable Books and Covers page for free covers I made, or click here for some free educational clip art sites, and make your own. The Simplest Method (Binder)