![]() ![]() Collaged pagesĪn accordion book can be as simple as a long sheet of heavyweight paper, folded into a zig-zag pattern to form a number of same-sized panels. Search on Pinterest for “Chicago Posts” and you should find many options for screw post hardware. The pages can fan out, and pages can be added or subtracted by undoing the screw post. In case you’re new to bookbinding, below are three simple bindings you could use to make a book of calligraphic art with separate pages: Chicago Postsīarbara’s book Copperplate Garden (above) employs the simplest binding: Create a bunch of single pages, use an awl to punch a hole in the top left corner, and then assemble the pages with a screw post. ![]() You can also collaborate more easily with other artists as you only need to mail single pages.If you’re learning something new, you can create a sequence of pages to demonstrate your progress.You can have fun making abstract marks on a large sheet of paper and then cropping it down to make small pages.You can design a book with a theme if you are seeking a more unified result.You can use different paper for some page try using white ink on black paper for contrast.If you don’t have the time or focus to tackle a large project, you can feel a sense of accomplishment when you complete a page.Not only do you reduce the stress of messing up your completed book, but there are many other advantages to single pages: Check out this preview movie from her Pointed Pen Possibilities class for one such example: If that sounds familiar, consider the many benefits of Barbara’s method where she designs her art first on separate pages and then binds the book later. This idea really resonated with me, as I have many blank handmade books that I’m afraid to write in for fear of messing them up! I loved the paste paper book I made at Rosie Kelly’s class I envisioned adding gorgeous pointed pen calligraphy to the blank pages once my calligraphy was good enough – but a decade later I am still waiting! ![]() By creating a series of same-size pages, she can more easily curate and assemble her favorite pages into a book. One of my favorite Aha! moments listening to Barbara talk about her handmade books was the realization that she creates many of her books with individual pieces of art. ![]()
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