How to Make a Watercolour Sketchbook - A Bookbinding Tutorial Part One
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- Опубліковано 2 тра 2020
- Learn bookbinding - make a professional-quality sketchbook with Fabriano Artistico hot-press watercolour paper. Watch Part Two here: • How to Make a Watercol... . Or buy one from my online shop: www.willjbaileyshop.com.
Part Two details my refined process, having been making sketchbooks professionally in the year since making this video, and also contains some updates in the Description.
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Materials:
Fabriano Artistico, Hot Press, Extra White x5:
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Awl:
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Bone Folder:
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Thread:
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Needles:
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EVA Glue:
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Sewing Tape:
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Mull:
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Buckram:
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Scalpel:
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Cutting Mat:
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This video was so well made that I now want to make a sketchbook just to gift it to an artist friend of mine.
Clear precise instructions all the way from the why, materials, paper grain to construction. Thank you for all the information. Well done.
Thanks you!
This is the best tutorial I've ever come across regarding bookbinding. I have made a couple books by now but I have to say, if I had come across this in my initial search phase, I wouldn't have to refer to any other bookbinding videos for my purposes. And despite having watched countless videos on the topic, I still managed to learn something new.
Thank you! Make sure the check out Part II 😊
It's just after midnight and I finished my first ever handmade sketchbook following your wonderful tutorial! It's an A5 landscape. I want to start plein air and urban sketching and currently I don't have the money for expensive art materials.
I used what I already had around the house. Some 300gsm A3 watercolour paper from Aldi (AUD$4), some cotton ribbon and cord from my odds and ends stash, PVA glue, a soft pleather fabric remnant I bought from Savers for $2, some cotton sewing thread and the backing board from the Aldi sketchbook.
It turned out so amazing. I am sitting here saying "holy crap I made a book!" It looks way more expensive than the cost of materials involved in my case!
I will definately make one using more premium materials in the future. But for now practicing making these with cheaper paper and substitute materials is a nice way to perfect my skills before I make such an investment.
Thanks for sharing your knowledge. :)
Thanks 🙏 Well done! 😊👍
i’m sitting here following the video with random bits from round the house too! and i’m into urban sketching as well; so i had to comment. did you get started in the end?
Best book binding video i have seen so far.Thanks Will.
Thanks! Glad it was of use.
This is giving me the bookbinding bug again! Super clear and concise. Thank you!
Thanks!
woah it was cool to see it with a regular paper. The regular one had a bluish tint to it :0
This is extra ordinary 🤩
Nice to see you are using REAL bookbinding techniques! Many online don’t even mention grain, and that can certainly result in an inferior result. Why take the time to make your own book if it isn’t right? Thank you!
Brilliant. Thank you for making this tutorial.
This is my favorite book binding tutorial, thank you so much!!! I made two and I enjoyed it! I just want to add that some materials can be replaced by alternatives for us without budget. I glued a normal cotton fabric over a piece of paper, let it dry and ironed it, and it was good to go!
Clearest instructions I have ever seen with explanations about every product used.
Thank you! 😊🙏👍
One and only best video on book binding on youtube. professional level. Thank you
Thanks! 🙏😊
Thank you! ☺
Best tutorial I've ever seen! Thank you so much!!!
Without this video on youtube, you can’t understand the « grain direction » of a paper in sketchbook. After understood this fact which is crucial to make a good sketchbook you understand this is a good and right video! Thank you for sharing.
Thank you! 😊🙏
Wow that is amazing! Very Professional! Thanks!
Best bookbinding video I’ve seen!
For what this is, it is definitive and expertly presented. As a professional bookbinder, I appreciate the quality of materials and attention to details for this simple book. Max Marbles in New Orleans
Thank you!! ☺
The best instruction video for bookbinding I've seen.
Thanks!
Thank you for this. It’s probably the clearest instruction for making your own sketchbook, that I have seen. So, I have old spiral bound sketchbooks that have separated from the cover. Some I have replied by using the first and last pages, but it would be great to somehow rebuild them. Those first sketchbooks, have that plein air patina of a well used book. Sad that they are falling apart.
Thanks Gabriele. It was painstaking to make, so I’m happy it works! 😊
Have a look for instructions on how to do a “perfect binding”. Basically it’s how a paperback is put together, gluing single sheets, not signatures as here. It’s not as strong, but would bind your loose leaves for you. You’ll need to cut off the holes. Assemble the pages, clamp, glue the spine edge to stick them all together. The spine can be reinforced by cutting grooves across the spine, criss cross and gluing thread into the edge, not far in. Gives you several layers of glue. And some thread. Same principle as the threads in Amazon parcel tape! Press to dry. Then glue on the cover.
Or you could do a Coptic binding, stitch through the pages, but they won’t open flat.
Or, sacrifice the old holes and get a new spiral binding done at a printers.
@@bella-bee is their any videos u can recommend would like to upcycle a few old nook covers and pocket vegan leather calander outer covers I dont need to bind them I'd just like to sew them together than lay front back piece WC into the clear plastic holder areas on front back cover
I love how thorough and professional this video was! I have been binding my own art journals for a while now and never thought to use sewing tape! I also really appreciate the explanation about paper grain and folding. Just marvelous! Thank you so much for this tutorial!
Thanks Joy! 😊🙏
Idky I keep watching these videos even though I never make them. wait....
Its the creativeness
I loves this! All the instructions were very precise.
Just now I made my 3 sketchbook following your video and I hope it is good haha (the glue is drying)
Brilliant. Thank you
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thank you that was so useful and detailed..hopefully I can make my own watercolour sketchbook
This is very very detailed, thank you for going so in depth about the process. The instructions are easy to follow and everything is explained. As an aspiring artist, I appreciate that this information is out there, as knowing how to make your own good quality sketchbooks in a pinch is always necessary, and you can never have too many of them. Keep doing what you do.
Thanks!
Wow. This is really helpful. I have been looking for right watercolor journal book for me but I couldn't find one. I think making one that I would like is the way to go. Thank you so much for the good information.
A really well planned and filmed easy to follow tutorial, Will. I have saved it for future reference, thank you . Paul
I love that you are making these! You are right, it is so hard to find a sketchbook with great hot press paper. Going to have to order one soon
Your video caught my attention this morning as I was wandering down the ""You Tube Rabbit Hole". This is the best video to date that I have viewed the on making a sketch book. I was happy to see you use Fabriano Artistico HP paper. In my studio I have leftover sheets (140) purchased for monotype printing days long ago. Thank you for the inspiration and I will be following your instructions pausing video along the way with your specific instructions. Thank you, and I appreciate this video very much!
best video so far on book binding ! love from India
Fantastic - thank you!! Gathering materials going forward. I’m So excited. I’ve really had enough of commercial sketchbooks! These will be my staple from now on 🎉
I'm so thankful you'd take the time to make this tutorial, this will help me when I make my own sketchbook
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Thank you so much for making such a thorough and detailed video of how to make our own watercolor sketchbook!
Thanks Antonella! 😊 🙏
Yeah Will, i agree with Gabrielle that this is the clearest DIY bookbinding explanation, specific and detailed without being overwhelming. Having made educational “how to” videos myself, I can’t even imagine the effort and production hours that went into the video. Thank you. I’ll share it with my students who, because of stupid COVID-19, never got beyond stitching together one signature for a “warm-up” project. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.
Ah, thanks! Yes it was a heavy edit that one - nowhere near as time consuming as my photography ones (which no-one watched, lol!), but it was fun to make. Really lovely to hear that, thank you ☺️🙏
Fantastic channel… so pleased I stumbled across it! Thank you Will !
I've searched all over for
for this 😩
Thank you so much
This is so therapeutic to watch but also such clear, precise and to the point instructions. Thank you so much 🙌
Thanks!!
Excellent, thank you. I now have my first Arches sketchbook by following along. Also saw part 2, which is also excellent. My wife now also wants one and I know there are many more to come…
Excellent instructions! It takes so much time in producing a video of this quality (let alone binding a book). I believe the sewing and the knots are the most complex part of this process. Thank you for sharing!
Ah, Thank you! It was a lot of work though not as much as my current one on ink and inking, which has taken nearly a month! 🤪
The best instructional video ever! Thank you so much!
Ah, thanks! 😊🙏👍
Wow beautiful work! Thanks for sharing this informations , really interesting!
Perfect. Great tutorial.
The most instructive bookbinding video that I have seen and I finally am getting the hang of it. I love having the 14 x 10 cp size. And I started making mini's for gifts since vinyl was on sale. Thank you. I have made coptics but just wanted that clean and covered stitching.🤗
Ah, thank you! 🙏😊
Simply superb: a must do. Many thanks Will.
Thanks! 🙏 Make sure to watch part two 😊
Excellent tutorial, thank you
Fantastic lesson! Thank you.
Beautiful! It beats the best in the market.. thanks for sharing!
That was extremely well laid out, easy to understand and follow, and so far the best instruction I’ve seen on making a sketchbook! Thank you very much for such clear instructions, I will be procuring the suppliesAnd attempting this shortly! I great job!
Thank you! 🙏 Good luck with the project! 😊
wow that is a very interesting video. I have been searching for a book for ages. Pause for thought if I can manage it.
Thanks! 🙏 Make sure to check out Part 2. If you decide not to make one yourself you can also buy one from my online shop 😊
I would love to see what this book looks like when it is opened up and laid flat in order to paint on. It was very in-depth tutorial and definitely has to be a labor of love. I have really struggled to find the good watercolor sketchbook, so if this worked out, I suppose I would be up to the challenge.
Your instructions are as articulate and helpful as can be. Now, the deeper the snow gets here in Kankakee, IL, USA, the happier I'll be in order to follow your inspiring plans. Thank you and please be well.
Ah, thanks very much! 🙏
This is beautiful! Thank you so much for sharing this!
Thanks! 😊 Make sure to watch Part 2!
Best Video on the subject on UA-cam
Thanks! 😊🙏 Make sure to check out Part 2!
Thank you for sharing. Very lovely
Thanks!
Great tutorial. It’s a while since I did any bookbinding and this was a wonderful refresher, with the added plus of giving the measurements for watercolour paper. Thank you.
Thanks Jill. I'm currently working on Part II to this video, make sure to stay tuned for that! 😊
I've been doing bookbinding for 8 years and I've never had someone who explained the instructions that clearly, if you did more bookbinding videos I'd watch them. Keep up the good work 👍
Thanks! I have some more out since this one
This was the best bookmaking tutorial I've seen. It's precisely what I needed. I'm getting ready to travel to Mexico and have been looking for an Urban Sketching Notebook with 140 lb cotton paper and it's nowhere to be found! So I decided to make one but have had no luck with Coptic binding. You make it look easy. I hope it is! Thank you for this. It's truly outstanding.
Thanks Susan, I really appreciate that! 🙏 Make sure to check out Part II 😊
Really clear and concise. Wonderful presentation and production. Will definitely be trying this!
Thank you! 😊🙏
Incredible detail and instruction. I've made books before so I had an idea what I would see, but you have done and EXCELLENT job of explaining how this is done. Love it!!
Ah, thanks Ramona, make sure to watch Part 2! 🙏 😊
This is a wonderful tutorial, you did such a great job, thanks a lot! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Thanks! 🙏😊 Part two to this coming out soon, with everything I’ve learned making these professionally over the last year.
Best book making tutorial I've seen. Thank you for doing it. Have a successful 2024 🎉🎉😊
Perfect! Your video was just what I was looking for.
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Thank you so much! I’ll definitely make one :)
Thank you so much for this tutorial. I have the exact same paper in my storage and was wondering how to turn it to a sketchbook someday and your video comes to the rescue! I'm definitely going to attempt this once I've got free time after I finish a large project for work. Thank you for making a daunting task seem more possible.
I also found another use for my heavy hardbound anatomy books, haha.
Ah thanks! Yes, big heavy art books definitely come in handy. Good luck with the book!
I love this video. Super great instructions ♥️
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What a great book! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks Jayne! 😊🙏
I just made one by following your tutorial , it very usefull . Thank you !
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Soooo cool! Nice job. Great instructions. Very clear.
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Wow what a great video-so clear and concise thank you
Thank Sarah! 😊🙏👍
After watching I realised there's no way I'd ever get round to making my own (all that precision and measuring ha ha) so I've ordered one from you. At least this way I know it's going to be a brilliantly solid, quality book! How many hours in total does one book take?
Sorry just saw this. Thanks! I'm well-practiced now and they take 5 hours each, all in. Hope you liked your book!
I bought a roll of arches paper to learn how to do this but it seems like I bit off more than I can chew...lol
@@WillJBailey where do you sell them? How much is each one?
@@jacintacesp Hi Caroline. You can buy them on my site willjbaileyshop.com. Small books are £65, big books £75, plus shipping. I also sell on Etsy at www.etsy.com/uk/shop/WillJBailey, though they're slightly more expensive there due to the fees.☺
@@WillJBailey yes I tried your shop link and it wasn't working. But no particular rush, probably be on my Christmas list as a luxury art item. Loved your sketchbook. Ultimately when you have such a quality item I think it motivates you not to waste paper and to make every piece count.
Very informative and enjoyable. You gave me some insights on how to refine my process on making my sketchbooks.
Thanks! 🙏😊
Wow what a brilliant video! I’ve searched and watched several videos but yours leaves all the others way behind. Very professional result, and extremely well presented. Thank you so much 🙏
Thank you!! ☺
Amazing video. Thank you so much for the great explanations from both videos. Thanks to them, I was able to make my perfect sketchbook. Greetings from Russia, Saint-Petersburg ;)
This is one of the most helpful sketchbook videos I've ever seen. I can't believe I never considered the grain direction!
Thanks Tyler! 🙏Make sure to check out Part Two 😊
Oh wow, brand new video. Looks like I find you at the perfect time! :)
This is by far the best, clearest, straightforward and easily reproducible book binding video I have ever come across. Thank you for making this in the way that you did.
I wish I had come across this right when I first got interested in bookbinding (with the sole intent of making my own sketchbook). Because UA-cam failed me when I first started looking (well over a decade ago) I ended up scouring the internet for an easy way to bookbind and I ended up with something easy to do for a softcover leather bound book but it wasn't doable for hardcover (which is what I've always wanted to make).
Then bue to illness and life, I had to push aside the idea of making my own hardcover sketchbook.
Until now!!
Watching this, especially how easy (from the way it was shown and walked through) it is to make a text block, I've already set aside the materials and have reached the point where the signatures need to be sown together.
So excited!! If this turns out well then I'll never have to buy another sketchbook again because I'll always be able to make my own sketchbook just the way I want it and have it look just the way I want it to look!!!!!!
Ah , thank you!! ☺
It look a few days, but I finally finished making my own sketchbook today, following your excellent directions. It's 6" x 6" with a burgundy cover and, I hope, will be perfect for my upcoming Urban Sketching class in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico! Thanks for the great instructions. They were wonderful and made everything simple, if not easy.
Ah, thanks Susan. Well done! 😊
These are awesome instructions. Thank you so much for them. I was able to make a large and a small sketch book of the paper I prefer. I am sure I will be using these instructions again to make more books. 😀 So glad I found your video. 😄
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What a great tutorial, thank you for sharing! I made a sketchbook out of Arches 300 gsm cold press/not/fine 14x19cm and 4 signatures thick. It turned out to be a wonderful every-day-carry Urban Sketch book, and I’m super pleased with this!
Finding all the right materials in my hometown was a bit of a hassle, but once started, it took me three hours to complete the whole process.
Thank you! 🙏Well done! 😊👍
Absolutely amazing work! After watching the video I decided this seemed far too complicated especially considering I have none of the materials (except the paper) on hand. So when I learned (learnt for my cousins across the pond) I could buy one from you I thought "this is probably going to cost like $200 but I'll check his website anyway." Imagine my shock at the low price! The Winsor and Newton professional watercolor journal has only 15 (smaller) pages and sells for $30! I think you could probably double your asking price, not that I'm complaining. I plan on putting in an order ASAP, if you can ship to the states and make me one in a cold press (I do only watercolor so the heavily textured is preferred).
Thanks Karen! 🙏 Yes I do custom orders - HP is no problem. Send me an email via my website and I'll set up a custom order for you 😊
Excellent!
Very helpful . Thank you
Thank you so much for your wonderful lessons. I’m just completing (filling it up) my first journal. Your video is amazing. I used sketching and watercolour paper in the same book and it’s been the best sketchbook ever. It’s as you say: it lays flat and closes nicely even with Arches cotton paper…. I’m about to make my second one. Cannot thank you enough.
Ah, thanks Liana, it makes me really happy to hear that. Good luck with your artistic endeavours! 😊🙏
Wow! I love how detailed your process on bookbinding is on the video. You have it down to a science. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge with us. I am definitely buying a sketchbook from you; this is definitely a high quality product. I am also going to give a try on making my own sketchbook … surely it will be a slow process for me but worthwhile in the end. 🥰
Thank you!! ☺
Excellent!!! I took 3.5 pages of notes and plan to do this!! I have a house full of string, fabric and other odds and ends so I will be ad libbing the tape, bookcloth, ends, and mull. I really appreciate the care, precision and clarity of these instructions! I'm subscribed because I know whatever your other videos are on, they will be high quality.
Thanks Will!
Diane
Ah, thanks Diane! 😊🙏
After watching some amatuerish dross on this subject, finally a proper tutorial that took me right back to art school in the 70s where I made my own sketchbook in exactly this way! That book has been lost in the mists of time, much to my regret. I cannot wait make a new one. I have many sketchbooks but never with quite the paper and binding combination I would like. Thank you so much for sharing this. Subscribed!
Thank you!! ☺
Just wow! Thank you!
Thank you! 🙏 Make sure to watch Part 2 😊
Incrível! É uma arte fazer isso!
Ah, muito obrigado!
I loved this tutorial and will definitely try to make one myself. I have the same problem trying to find journals that allow gouache and watercolour without the paper rubbing. Your sketchbook looks so professional, great job!!! Cheers! Gin
Thank you! Good luck! 😊
Excellent tutorial may you make many more. Thankyou
Thanks Saba! Working on the next one now 😊🙏
Love the video, hope you make more soon 🙏
Thanks! New videos out later today!
Such an excellent tutorial. I have made some sketchbooks but not to the precision and detail this one was done. I will be trying your method soon. Thank you for sharing this.
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what a wonderful video! thank you, I love the Fabriano HP and sadly they don't make sketchbooks. I checked out your site and after watching the video I think that the money to buy one of your handmade sketchbooks is well spent.
Thanks! I've just finished making a couple, so they're in stock on my site 😊
Very well done
Thanks!
Awesome stuff. I know some knots from fishnet making and splicing that could make this easier! I might see if I can apply them.
Thank you so so much
Fabulous! Thank you so much for your generosity in sharing your knowledge and skills. I really appreciate it. I'm planning to make a few watercolour journals - the commercial ones just don't cut it.
Thanks Clare! I’m releasing a second part to this soon, going into depth with everything I’ve learned making books for my shop over the last year - watch out for it! 😊
@@WillJBailey I'm looking forward to it! Thanks so much :)
Thanks Will
You’re welcome! Glad it was of use 😃
Very interesting...