Tips for Choosing Bookbinding Paper Covers & Pages | Sea Lemon

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  • Опубликовано: 3 ноя 2024

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  • @caramiabambina
    @caramiabambina 8 лет назад +88

    When I was in my bookbinding class during my undergrad, my proff often suggested using handmade papers because there is no grain and so there would be no warping! You can find handmade papers at most art suppliers and paper shops too. The problem is that for 1 sheet it could cost a lot so you have to make sure you're getting the right paper you want.

    • @SeaLemonDIY
      @SeaLemonDIY  8 лет назад +15

      +CryBaby that makes sense! I never thought of it having no grain direction. Thanks for the tip!

    • @jenthulhu
      @jenthulhu 6 лет назад +8

      Making your own is sooooo simple and fun!

    • @FS-mc3cs
      @FS-mc3cs Год назад

      Professor is abbreviated to 'Prof' - one f not 2. But then being a 'graduate' (...as you happened to drop 🥱) you should already know that?

  • @JensCreationStation
    @JensCreationStation 8 лет назад +49

    In card making, I always fold towards the curl in the paper. Hold the paper up with three fingers in the middle on both sides and the curl will become obvious. This prevents odd curls to your paper! It doesn't matter if it's simple copy paper from your printer or cardstock, there is always a curl to the paper! I do the same in bookmaking. Thanks for your videos!

    • @simongoode1
      @simongoode1 7 лет назад +4

      that's the grain direction of the sheet: it runs parallel to the direction the wire runs in the papermaking machine

  • @EmnidaArt
    @EmnidaArt 6 лет назад +33

    Re: Art paper from drawing or watercolour pads - not the greatest option if you plan on folding them to make signatures - There is a 'right' and 'wrong' side to those papers, similar to fabric. You feel it on the surface. Watercolour paper will usually have more texture on the top to hold the pigment. The underside is very pressed and pigment doesn't hold well, water sometimes runs right off. You'd end up having signatures where you work on the left for one half, and on the right on the other.

  • @tonyennis1787
    @tonyennis1787 3 года назад +10

    2:30 if you don't know the grain direction, the 2nd dimension (ex: 8.5 x 11", so the 11") is usually the grain direction.

  • @edrreal
    @edrreal 7 лет назад +4

    I love these book tutorials that you make, just found the first one yesterday and now I'm going to find the materials for the book I'm making! The tutorials are super simple and help you develop your own style.

  • @marcelamock3173
    @marcelamock3173 8 лет назад +1

    Im a paper and notebook hoarder. I saw your bookbinding video long time ago, and began to doing it. I love it so much. Even I bought 2 books for bookbinding. Now I learn to bookbinding Coptic Stitch with Multiple Needles and realized that this one will not wabble as the Single Needle.
    The other thing, is that in other places or brands use "gsm" instead of "lb", so it has to used a conversion. I do calligraphy, so I try to used some papers specially for calligraphy and it does not means about the weight of the paper. But yes, I do as you, depend in what im going to do with the notebook, I buy papers for it, little expensive, but is rewarding.

  • @ylime712
    @ylime712 8 лет назад +2

    I love this. I'm a scrapbooker but I've probably watched close to all of your bookbinding videos, I love you and your "paper nerdiness." ❤

    • @SeaLemonDIY
      @SeaLemonDIY  8 лет назад +1

      +Milly Thanks for the love! :)

  • @undercoverv7026
    @undercoverv7026 8 лет назад +4

    why don't you have millions of subs, your such a great RUclipsr! you care about people asking stuff, you provide clear and understandable instructions, have amazing tips and top of all that your so creative I mean I really really think you deserve more than that

  • @dariaaa0987
    @dariaaa0987 8 лет назад +180

    every time she said paper supplier all I could think of was dunder mifflin

    • @SeaLemonDIY
      @SeaLemonDIY  8 лет назад +9

      +daria Ha! I did get in touch with my inner Pam one Halloween :P instagram.com/p/gJzpePgOt5

    • @mastersheldon1780
      @mastersheldon1780 6 лет назад +3

      Sea Lemon you actually look just like her😂

    • @jasminehewitt793
      @jasminehewitt793 4 года назад

      Same ahahahah

  • @Finreah
    @Finreah 8 лет назад +6

    Thank you for this. I wondered if they labeled for grain. Now I know. :) One of the things I do if I'm using heavy weight paper is score it on both sides, then fold. That way I don't crack it. Seems the lay soother, too. You smush the fibers in the paper when you score, so they become pliable and easier to manipulate. Jennifer, I am also obsessed with paper and post it notes. I completely understand. :)

    • @Finreah
      @Finreah 8 лет назад

      * lay smoother. :)

    • @SeaLemonDIY
      @SeaLemonDIY  8 лет назад +1

      +Finreah Good method on scoring the paper!

  • @Ai-gy9rm
    @Ai-gy9rm 6 лет назад +2

    Hi Jennifer! I've actually been watching you for like two years now. Back then I wasn't really aware about my love for graphic design and when I came to re-watch this video, I was shocked that you were a graphic designer. Okay, there might be a little voice in my head that said so, but I wasn't really aware like I said.
    Anyway, it would be cool if you uploaded a video about your job and basically about graphic design. I'm not pushing it, but I wish you would consider it and jot it down on your list of video ideas haha 😂
    Okay I'm done. You are amazing Jen! Thank you for being here ❤

  • @oneofabind1472
    @oneofabind1472 8 лет назад +11

    From one paper hoarder to another, great advice, thank you so much!

  • @jeanneluddeni3121
    @jeanneluddeni3121 4 года назад +3

    I'm thinking of trying my wallpaper samples for covers.

  • @JaffaCakeGecko
    @JaffaCakeGecko 8 лет назад

    Loving the sassy hand model gestures just before the 5 minute mark!

  • @Lusithane
    @Lusithane 8 лет назад +2

    I'm a paper freak as well and I understand you! I think that one of the things I care more about is to find acid free paper for notebooks and journals I want to keep. Another thing I do is get unused paper from commercial notebooks and make small notepads to keep in my bag.

    • @SeaLemonDIY
      @SeaLemonDIY  8 лет назад +2

      +Mari D Yay, paper freaks unite! Totally agree on acid free paper. It seems like almost all paper nowadays is acid-free, especially the well-known brands but it's still good to look at the labels to make sure. Construction paper almost always yellows over time so I stay away from that.

  • @careyholman
    @careyholman 3 года назад +2

    I'm doing a memory book for my mom, who has alzheimer's. I'm sewing the signatures on tapes and putting it in a case cover. It has text and pictures, and the best bet I could find for the text block was having it printed at a local printer on gloss text. But what about end papers? I tried using the same gloss text, but it wrinkled and didn't stand up to gluing. Really poor finish to a pretty nice first book. I'm going to try again. I'd love a suggestion for what to use for end papers. The text block is 8 1/2 x 11, so I need tabloid sized end papers. What would you use? Thanks!

  • @backtodahfuture
    @backtodahfuture 3 года назад

    Thank you so much SeaLemon for sharing your experience and information with everyone!

  • @ImAshlynnCarter
    @ImAshlynnCarter 4 года назад +17

    “Dunder Mifflin, this is Pam.”

  • @artistical88
    @artistical88 8 лет назад

    This is awesome. You're awesome! I love seeing people show how much they know about subjects that a lot of people know nothing about. You seem to be having fun in relishing the details.

  • @Marina.a11
    @Marina.a11 8 лет назад +1

    I have only one thing to say. *TALENT*
    You are amazing at crafting
    you're a great artist
    your videos editing is magical
    and you seem *SO* Nice

  • @gorgw-ee8yc
    @gorgw-ee8yc 25 дней назад

    Great video. If anyone's in Melbourne, Australia there's a great paper shop called Paperpoint in South Melbourne.

  • @lsthingsmy699
    @lsthingsmy699 8 лет назад +2

    I love this kind of video so much
    . I feel like I am really learning things that is useful

  • @toobigal
    @toobigal 8 лет назад +1

    I have made my own paper. It's fun and easy with just a few simple items. Maybe not great for writing on since it usually is very textured but you can get very creative with it.

    • @SeaLemonDIY
      @SeaLemonDIY  8 лет назад

      +toobigal I still need to try that!

  • @Robootification
    @Robootification 8 лет назад +1

    Nice work.. This channel is fantastic from what I've seen so far. Thank you for being so thorough.

  • @Martina_E
    @Martina_E 8 лет назад +1

    Thanks for sharing this video I need to get back into bookbinding. Going to refresh my bookbinding skills and look at a few of your videos.

  • @skullsmitten
    @skullsmitten 8 лет назад +1

    I am wrangling with these paper supplier sites and I feel a little foolish, but I'm having problems finding swatchbooks? None of the stores seem to stock them in their inventory, so it seems like it's something that's either free, or... I don't know, they only advertise it to members or subscribers, maybe?
    I just picked up bookbinding and I love it! But I'd really like to be able to have a swatchbook so I know what I'm looking for when I'm online shopping for paper.
    Thank you so much for sharing your expertise with us! I've learned a lot. (:

  • @whatever4815
    @whatever4815 8 лет назад +1

    This is one of the most helpful videos ever.

  • @glogirl78
    @glogirl78 7 лет назад +3

    Just discovered you tonight and have poured through your videos. So well done and helpful! I'm a travel photographer and want to make journals with a nice photographic cover. After watching some of your videos I know I'll probably bind them with staples. I'm unsure of how to print the cover. I don't think I want to use my usual plain luster photo paper. I don't think it would last. I was thinking of using a heavier weight matte photo paper and sealing it with spray varnish. I just hope it's durable enough for this use. I don''t want the ink on the spine to crack or the corners to get too dinged up. What do you think? I'd love to hear your opinion. Do you have any experience with using photos on your covers? Thanks!

  • @sunshine423d
    @sunshine423d 8 лет назад +5

    I'm a paper and notebook hoarder too!

  • @linl344
    @linl344 Год назад

    So nice to hear you say that you hoard paper 😂 ...glad I’m not the only one!! Thanks for an enjoyable and informative video. Just subscribed.

  • @sadasulna6056
    @sadasulna6056 2 года назад

    Great video, very informative - excellent to see someone who is also paper obsessed!

  • @ankydezaire9406
    @ankydezaire9406 8 лет назад +2

    I live in the Netherlands, that is so different, a lot of products youtubers use are hard to find here!

    • @inekedusseljee3093
      @inekedusseljee3093 3 года назад

      Try living in Hungary. It is even worse. 🥴🥴🥴

  • @werelemur1138
    @werelemur1138 6 лет назад

    I'm sitting here fascinated by the paper warehouse, so obviously you're not the only paper nerd out there.

  • @raeganxlee
    @raeganxlee 8 лет назад +13

    Your hair is so beautiful!😍✨✨

    • @SeaLemonDIY
      @SeaLemonDIY  8 лет назад +1

      +Gummybearlover 1 Thanks! I really do need a hair cut though! :P

  • @Curmudgeonhero
    @Curmudgeonhero 3 года назад

    Hooray for all us paper nerds! 😀👍🎈🚀

  • @elihauser1840
    @elihauser1840 8 лет назад +3

    The cover of my hardcover sketchbook just came off. Can you do a video on how to repair it? I'm only half way through this one and donor want to get a whole new one

  • @1957robinson
    @1957robinson 6 лет назад

    I really enjoyed your video and learned so much about paper. I'm just a beginner in making junk journals as pass time for me. I'm having trouble with binding the journals, hoping you have a good tutorial for that as well. Thanks for the great information.

  • @kmm-2024
    @kmm-2024 3 года назад

    Just in case you have never heard of them, perhaps you might consider acquiring what is known as a "stack cutter" or "strip cutter." I procured a modest entry-level desktop unit for about $150. Buy an extra knife (i.e., blade). When the first knife dulls or becomes damaged, you can swap them while the first knife is being resharpened or reground and then resharpened. A simple Internet search should suffice to provide enough information concerning this type of cutter. Also, saddle stitcher might also be advantageous. Bostitch manufactures a modest entry-level unit for about $50. Saddle stitchers enable the printing and assembly of booklets that are stapled on the spine. Cheers.

  • @YumiTab
    @YumiTab 8 лет назад +1

    Thanks for this video, it was very helpful (especially the part about grain) !

  • @darkwriter_xx94
    @darkwriter_xx94 6 лет назад +1

    I really like that book with the black background and white numbers. Where could I find something like that?

  • @KaterinaMat
    @KaterinaMat 8 лет назад

    That was really lovely! I never realised how many different types of paper exist!

  • @shaybrooklyn1710
    @shaybrooklyn1710 7 лет назад

    If you made a video about how to make a 3 ring binder (with an elastic closure maybe) I would love you forever!! I'm new to your channel, and I LOVE it. I've already subscribed. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

  • @justBorja
    @justBorja 8 лет назад +19

    Paper nerds club! :D

  • @estefizamora
    @estefizamora 8 лет назад +2

    please, make more bookbinding videos! an idea is with recycled materials:) i love your videos!!

  • @lyshlysh9970
    @lyshlysh9970 6 лет назад

    I usually have captions on when I watch videos because I hate listening to voices. Now I just turned captions off because her voice is pretty cute and relaxing

  • @dorkydork4338
    @dorkydork4338 2 года назад

    I'm printing a book and binding it and finding paper has been challenging. I'm wondering if you would use 28 lb./70 lb. text or 32 lb./80lb. text paper? Bulk vs. see through.

  • @NocturneNights-s1n
    @NocturneNights-s1n 5 лет назад +2

    I’m also in Arizona and I was thinking of the same paper supplier she ended up linking!

  • @thecuriouskitty8349
    @thecuriouskitty8349 4 года назад +1

    New subscriber🙋🏾‍♀️... I want to print my teacher planner to insert in disc binding ... which kind of paper is best to use?

    • @_t.p
      @_t.p 4 года назад

      Hi there I am also looking to make a planner for myself to use. If you find out what kind of paper to use please let me know and share the links if possible. Thank you!

  • @ericholt3914
    @ericholt3914 Год назад

    making books with papers are the best

  • @MsSola26
    @MsSola26 7 лет назад +1

    You are so helpful! thank you ✨ Do you think I can bind with handmade cotton paper? Also how many sheets can go in a signature? If the GSM is 150?

  • @mariamfaltas6613
    @mariamfaltas6613 4 года назад

    I have printed a book for my 2 year kid 100 single sheets on 110 cardstock
    What is the best durable way of binding it fast , durable ,flexible , safe and easily open ?
    is double fan or perfect bind sturdy enough for cardstock and kids books ?
    I don’t want to use double loop wire for safety issues

  • @brandilikesDIY
    @brandilikesDIY 2 месяца назад

    DO you have advice for durable paper for a game booklet. I tried using cardstock and I can get the pages to be even once they are folded. And if I try to cut them down, then the pages arent even when the book is open. It works with regular paper, but I wanted a heavier paper that would last and work with the photos. Thanks

  • @sunlightangel87
    @sunlightangel87 8 лет назад +6

    What is the best type of paper and color of paper for a self-printed novel, in your opinion? I can't seem to find a straight answer to this question online, and when I tried to experiment with different papers, I found that linen and antique-laid paper seems to be too thick, copy paper is too thin, and I wasted a bunch of money :(
    Thank you for your advice!

  • @9thea14
    @9thea14 8 лет назад +1

    I love your videos! Thank you for such awesome tutorials and uploads!

  • @jeneriaevents9616
    @jeneriaevents9616 3 года назад

    I want to create a journal. What’s your suggestion in the type of paper I need to use? I do not want to use paper with lines. I want a form of paper that not too glossy but pretty...

  • @greta89
    @greta89 8 лет назад +1

    I NEEDED this thank you Sea Lemon!

  • @sharonalicea7998
    @sharonalicea7998 Год назад

    Hello Jennifer! I know your channel is geared towards helping us make our own books. That said, do you know of print shops in the US that could print a 160gsm dotted journal?

  • @lindadechow2212
    @lindadechow2212 7 лет назад

    Thank you, this was really good info. I wasn't aware of paper swatch books, so I will definitely check that out. Great video, thank you.

  • @christhebush1585
    @christhebush1585 8 лет назад

    Sea lemon, you should make a tutorial about glueing the text block to the spine perfectly and properly. I suggest you do this because the 3 books I made had their spines face a bit to the left and right
    - thanks

  • @mikesmith2905
    @mikesmith2905 4 года назад

    I'm binge watching your series as I have been asked to produce a few 'hard backed' 'contributors copies' of a book (the published version will not contain all the information and only about a third of illustrations supplied by the contributors). Its 210 sheets of paper (printed both sides) so it'll be just over an inch thick using 80gsm printer paper.In Europe we have 4-ring binders for A4 (slightly larger than US letter) but that isn't ideal. I tried a plastic comb binding and that was worse (very ugly), so I'm looking at perfect binding with a fan. It will be heavy and I worry that picking it up or even just handling it could cause it to break apart so there will probably be a few prototypes before starting the series production. I also need to work out how to add the cover and I'd like to have the title of the book on the front cover and spine. I have ordered up the glue you recommended and I plan to add a strip of 2 inch wide ribbon down the spine to attach the covers, I'm now going to look at your vids on covers. It's a big job for a first attempt but your videos have helped me sort through the options and I just wanted to say thanks.

  • @Tsadi9Mem9Khet9
    @Tsadi9Mem9Khet9 5 лет назад

    That Fiskars company has a very diverse line of products. I have a Fiskars saw back machete, for example.

  • @anmoljauher2735
    @anmoljauher2735 3 года назад

    Hi, I wanted to ask what paper cutter do you use? Something convenient

  • @chioxinu
    @chioxinu 2 месяца назад

    What about paper for printing a book? like text only? Which paper would be better?

  • @flutterby1979
    @flutterby1979 3 года назад

    You are a life saver!

  • @silviasirbu1863
    @silviasirbu1863 6 лет назад +1

    You are very sweet! Thank you so much for your work and for sharing with us!

  • @reinpsyche4728
    @reinpsyche4728 8 лет назад

    I really do love her accent and the way she talks. 😍☺

  • @jude1515
    @jude1515 6 лет назад

    You gave a lot of great information. Thank you.

  • @carolinemumford3847
    @carolinemumford3847 4 года назад +1

    What leather and fabric covers do u use

  • @lindyk6366
    @lindyk6366 2 года назад

    Need help! Do you guys use cover or text weight paper for the cover papers? I've heard that both are ok. If so, what is the specific number that you use? Thanks!

  • @windywednesday4166
    @windywednesday4166 3 года назад

    Great video, this is really good information. Thank you so much.

  • @donnajoseph2004
    @donnajoseph2004 8 лет назад

    Wow.....really great tips! New subbie...I think I'm going to have alot of FUN watching and learning from your videos! Thank you so much!

  • @hannahhassan6242
    @hannahhassan6242 6 лет назад

    I want to make a blank page writing journal in the coptic stitch and I was wondering whether using standard printer paper would work? like whether it'll bind well with the waxed thread and not rip too much as I bind. I'm afraid using the thinner printer paper (I've only been using sketchbook paper so far) won't work as well in any of the techniques. Cause even as I worked with a thicker sketchbook paper I found that the holes would get a little bigger as I pulled the needle through it multiple times.

  • @bethtreglown4006
    @bethtreglown4006 Год назад

    What paper has the most tooth for note taking? Looking for something similar to EC...

  • @julietarangel1773
    @julietarangel1773 4 года назад

    I know this question will probably sound dumb but I have to ask hahaha. I have a lot of coloured sheets but, light weight. 75g.
    Are these OK for the perfect bookbinding method you have in one of your videos?
    And also, if the weight is just a little heavier than that, is it useful for using the stitching method?
    Thank you! Your videos are awesome 👏🏻

  • @nikki3385
    @nikki3385 8 лет назад

    New favorite channel!

  • @itsmedany
    @itsmedany 8 лет назад

    Hi! I'm currently studying to become a graphic designer and my main problem is how to store paper! In my country we use mostly A3 sized paper so it´s really inconvenient to store it. I was wondering if you had a method or an idea on how to keep it wrinkle free and easy to access
    Thanks!
    I love your videos!

  • @Cathymaca1
    @Cathymaca1 Год назад

    Hi. This is nothing to do with paper choices, but how do you get rounded edges to your book covers and pages?

  • @dianedelsite6935
    @dianedelsite6935 8 лет назад

    Have you ever used kraft tex paper forma journal cover? I have a roll from hobby lobby but have not used it. I just made a hard bound journal using one of your tutorials and i used fabric. I wanted to ask about the kraft tex before I tried it. Thanks!!

  • @moises1ify
    @moises1ify 8 лет назад +2

    this was very helpful. thanks

  • @blueplague5911
    @blueplague5911 8 лет назад

    Thank you so much, jen! I love your videos on bookbinding!

  • @janeclermon83
    @janeclermon83 8 лет назад

    Cool I was wondering that too but knew you would make another video

  • @gnayfp
    @gnayfp 2 года назад

    Where can I find chip board for making hard cover books? I bought one on Amazon but it was thick enough for the job

  • @jjzhang376
    @jjzhang376 8 лет назад

    Hi Jennifer!, I love your videos, your very smart and creative about your crafts😊

  • @danlyayqq
    @danlyayqq 8 лет назад +6

    can you do a art shopping video please

  • @flowersafeheart
    @flowersafeheart 2 года назад

    Amazing advice!!!!

  • @nhutaluashford4543
    @nhutaluashford4543 3 года назад

    Hello I’m a newbie and I like to know what lbs of paper to use for my inside pages to use for writing . So far I understand that the lbs are different if you’re making a cover for your wire coil book journal. Thank in advance 🙏🏼🥰

  • @TimelessTendeM
    @TimelessTendeM 6 лет назад +1

    Ahh Strathmore I love you~

  • @adieblake1864
    @adieblake1864 7 лет назад

    This is really helpful. But I was wondering if you have any tips on how to make a hardcover for a perfect binder book. And by book, I mean, one where I've printed words on the paper. Thank you!! 🙏🙏

    • @adieblake1864
      @adieblake1864 7 лет назад

      *perfect binded book
      sorry!! 🙏🙏

  • @marjonasluzon7636
    @marjonasluzon7636 7 лет назад

    thanks for the tips I love your diy

  • @taylorbrooks3694
    @taylorbrooks3694 7 лет назад

    Hi there! This video is great! I recently watched your video on making the Tom riddle journal and want to make it too! I was wondering if you have ever used parchment paper to make a journal and your thoughts on it? Or some do's and don'ts for that style paper? I think it would look great in the riddle journal. 😊

  • @rubymed16
    @rubymed16 8 лет назад

    Great information! Thank you so much. Now maybe I can make my own journal. ☺

  • @tt2249
    @tt2249 5 лет назад

    I want to make a children’s book as a gift to a new mom. Where can I find the tough plasticy type paper for the cover like they have on commercial kids book

  • @ABCrafty
    @ABCrafty 8 лет назад +2

    Great tips! Makes me want to get into bookbinding! :)

  • @BurgessTaylor
    @BurgessTaylor 6 лет назад

    I'm trying to figure out the best cover option for a coptic stitch binding with 68gsm Tomoe River Paper. I have started making my own notebooks, and I want my stitching to show, which makes it hard since TRP is quite thin.

  • @2GFactFinder
    @2GFactFinder 5 лет назад

    Yes, it's really helpful.

  • @NazzCottiz
    @NazzCottiz 8 лет назад

    Thanks girl!!!! I love paper too!!!!

  • @julianneclare
    @julianneclare 8 лет назад

    what paper do you suggest using for a cover page of a book? I'm going to draw on it

  • @aslangyu
    @aslangyu 8 лет назад +3

    thanks for the tips!✨^^

  • @vikibanaszak4881
    @vikibanaszak4881 8 лет назад

    I have a whole bunch of swatch books. They are awesome. I keep thinking I should get rid of them because they take up so much room, but i just can't seem to let them go because they are so pretty. LOL

  • @practicallyawesome4677
    @practicallyawesome4677 7 лет назад +1

    omg PAAAAAAPEEEEERRRR