Bookbinding Supplies for Beginners

 


Hello all, today I'm going over a simple bookbinding kit for beginners. I purchased it off Amazon Canada in 2020. 

Here is a quick list of the items. 

Bookbinding Tools Kits Specifications: 


12 x large-eye needles for bookbinding 
1 x wood handle awl 
1 x thread clipper 
1 x thimble ring 
3 x waxed thread 
2 x bone folder paper creaser 
1 x needle bottle
1 x wood ruler 
1 x wood handle brush

Updates


I have updated a few tools since this video above. Here a couple videos below.

My Rulers For Artist Book Making Updated



Glue for Bookbinding


AlumiCutter 18" Aluminum Ruler with Finger Guard


Green Cutting Mat | A1 (Large) from Amazon Canada



Book Press DIY with Handle & Fluted Knobs 2020


Chipboard for Bookbinding


Faux Leather for Bookbinding


Olfa Rotary Cutter Left Handed | 45mm | RTY-2/G 9651


T-Square Ruler for Crafting


Bone Folder Replacement Ideas for Creasing Paper | DIY


Book Cover Board Alternatives | DIY Hardcover & Softcover Ideas



Location: Canada

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