The joy and encouragement your words and working give me are a treasure. As a youngster, anything requiring haptic responses in matters of model-making, woodwork, metalwork resulted in words from mother - "You're like a pig with side-pockets!". Thanks to you - I am proving her wrong - my legacy narratives have been replaced by acquiring skills courtesy of your generosity and encouragement to anyone who listens to your library of wonderful videos. Thank you!
I really enjoyed this series of videos on making trays and slipcases. I have a number of old books that aren’t worth much but mean a lot to me that could use a bit more protection. Oh…and maybe give your camera man a break every now and then. It’s challenging to get those close up shots while you are working! 😀
I enjoy your videos very much. When you did the outside of the boards in buckram, you tipped the sides and ends onto the inside papers. Can't you also leave the edges of the sides as well as the top and bottom inside the slip cover unglued, and then glue and tuck the buckram underneath the paper inside of the case,, then glue the edges of the internal paper over the buckram? I think in some ways, it looks neater. That way, the buckram highlights both the inside and outside papers. I'd like your opinion.
Don't completely follow, but I get the idea. Yes, absolutely. There is no bookbinding rule that says a case has to be covered this way and there are plenty of variations that work and look great. Roger Green does something similar (I think very close) to what you describe in his excellent book on boxes.
If you mean a pop-up case, then yes. I've been working on models for a while. The inside is the easy part. Deciding on the outside has been harder. I'm not sure I like the simple versions and the more sophisticated version feels a bit complex for a video. Maybe this year yet.
Any paper will do unless the thing you rub down is significantly wet or sticky. Then use some sort of non-stick paper like silicone coated baking paper.
The clear wrapper is polyester film and it prevents rubbing of the outside of the book when going into the slipcase. If it was inside the slipcase there would still be some friction between the covering material and the inside of the case. A more elaborate version of this Mylar wrapper is called a chemise, but I'm not a fan of them.
I asked the same question on an earlier video. Here is Darryn's reply: Stops the water evaporating. I climate control the bindery. No need to add more moisture to the air.
Just water (or very diluted PVA). If I put the brush into the water it means I've gone off and done something else for a few hours. I guess this is isn't clear in the videos.
@@DASBookbinding Oh, okay. Thank you. I was trying to figure out why you would dip it in the black lid container before dipping it in the glue in the jelly jar. :-)
I love and appreciate your videos more than you will ever know. I watch them all the time, they are relaxing and your voice is like a cozy blanket. I've learned so much over the years I consider you my personal teacher. There's just no way of thanking you properly for all you do for the bookbinding community.
The difference between the buckram and paper makes this slipcase really shine. It would almost be a shame to hide it away between other books.
Thank you for these videos.
Love your work! Thnx for sharing!
Wonderful job🙏 thank you so much
I think that pattern works really well with thicker board
Thank you!
The joy and encouragement your words and working give me are a treasure. As a youngster, anything requiring haptic responses in matters of model-making, woodwork, metalwork resulted in words from mother - "You're like a pig with side-pockets!". Thanks to you - I am proving her wrong - my legacy narratives have been replaced by acquiring skills courtesy of your generosity and encouragement to anyone who listens to your library of wonderful videos. Thank you!
That's a horrible thing to say to a child. Good for you for not listening to her
negativity!
@@R.Oates7902 Thank you for your kind words.
I really enjoyed this series of videos on making trays and slipcases. I have a number of old books that aren’t worth much but mean a lot to me that could use a bit more protection. Oh…and maybe give your camera man a break every now and then. It’s challenging to get those close up shots while you are working! 😀
Please make a video binding two books together!
Perfect timing - I have five to make for Christmas gifts.
Beautiful piece of work. Well thought out and expertly done.
I enjoy your videos very much. When you did the outside of the boards in buckram, you tipped the sides and ends onto the inside papers. Can't you also leave the edges of the sides as well as the top and bottom inside the slip cover unglued, and then glue and tuck the buckram underneath the paper inside of the case,, then glue the edges of the internal paper over the buckram? I think in some ways, it looks neater. That way, the buckram highlights both the inside and outside papers. I'd like your opinion.
Don't completely follow, but I get the idea. Yes, absolutely. There is no bookbinding rule that says a case has to be covered this way and there are plenty of variations that work and look great. Roger Green does something similar (I think very close) to what you describe in his excellent book on boxes.
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Love your tutorials! Any chance you’ll cover the making of a peller case?
If you mean a pop-up case, then yes. I've been working on models for a while. The inside is the easy part. Deciding on the outside has been harder. I'm not sure I like the simple versions and the more sophisticated version feels a bit complex for a video. Maybe this year yet.
@@DASBookbindingGreat! I’m currently winging it for a fanfic bind I’m doing. Surprisingly little to no videos on it
Hello. Great job. What kind of glue do you use?
I use Evasol EVA. Any PVA designed for use with paper would be fine. I might have put more details in the description.
@@DASBookbinding Thank you. Good luck..
You mention "rub-down" paper. Is that any particular sort or just some white paper?
Any paper will do unless the thing you rub down is significantly wet or sticky. Then use some sort of non-stick paper like silicone coated baking paper.
@@DASBookbinding thanks
I understand why you cover the book with plastic film. Could an alternative be to line the inside of the case with plastic to achieve the same result?
The clear wrapper is polyester film and it prevents rubbing of the outside of the book when going into the slipcase. If it was inside the slipcase there would still be some friction between the covering material and the inside of the case. A more elaborate version of this Mylar wrapper is called a chemise, but I'm not a fan of them.
@@DASBookbinding I looked them up. I must say I would rather a chemise over the mylar. Each to his own…
If the jelly jar has your glue, what's in the first jar with the black lid?
looks like it could be water so that the glue/paste doesn't dry on the brush between applications. I could be wrong though.
I asked the same question on an earlier video. Here is Darryn's reply: Stops the water evaporating. I climate control the bindery. No need to add more moisture to the air.
Just water (or very diluted PVA). If I put the brush into the water it means I've gone off and done something else for a few hours. I guess this is isn't clear in the videos.
@@DASBookbinding Oh, okay. Thank you. I was trying to figure out why you would dip it in the black lid container before dipping it in the glue in the jelly jar. :-)
I love and appreciate your videos more than you will ever know. I watch them all the time, they are relaxing and your voice is like a cozy blanket.
I've learned so much over the years I consider you my personal teacher. There's just no way of thanking you properly for all you do for the bookbinding community.
You're very welcome.