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Edward Patrick Kranz
Feb 4, 202415 min read
The Bonefolder, A Bookbinder’s Best Friend
...an ode to the bonefolder, an intimate exploration of its history, uses, variations, and care.
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Edward Patrick Kranz
Jan 28, 20244 min read
A Deep Dive into the Secret Belgian Binding (Crisscross Binding)
This article delves into the fascinating history, intricate techniques, and artistic applications of this captivating binding style.
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Edward Patrick Kranz
Jan 24, 20242 min read
Article Review: Bindings in bindings
The article meticulously dissects the layers of history embedded in the book's binding, revealing transitions from a Carolingian binding...
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BOOKFORGE
Jan 23, 20241 min read
Removing Old Leather For Rebacking
...the delicate process of removing old leather from the spine edge and corners of a 1909 two-volume edition...
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Edward Patrick Kranz
Jan 21, 20242 min read
The Ritual of Oiling: A Bookbinder's Guide to Bonefolder Care
...all bonefolders share a common fate:Â they are tools meant to be used.
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Edward Patrick Kranz
Jan 20, 20242 min read
The Two-Needle Ethiopian Coptic Binding
Unlike traditional Coptic bindings, the Ethiopian variation employs two needles, each carrying a separate end of the thread.
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BOOKFORGE
Jan 14, 20242 min read
Edge Decoration & Sprinkled Edges
Have you ever admired the exquisite color or intricate patterns adorning the edges of a book, perhaps featuring a marbled or sprinkled...
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BOOKFORGE
Jan 1, 20244 min read
2024 International Bookbinding Suppliers List
Here is the current 2024 International Bookbinding Suppliers List. This is not an all-encompassing list and is a work in progress. I...
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Edward Patrick Kranz
Dec 10, 20232 min read
Article Review: A History of the Fading Art of Bookbinding
Jasrotia offers a winding tour through the history of bookbinding, beginning in ancient India...
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