Coptic Stitch Bookbinding Tutorial - Papercuts Press (single needle, straight needle)

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  • Опубліковано 17 жов 2024
  • Bookbinding tutorial for the Coptic stitch using a single, straight needle. Kristen Law Lewis, Papercuts Press - papercutspress.com

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  • @annwilliams6575
    @annwilliams6575 7 місяців тому +5

    Like lots of others have said, after watching a few tutorials, this is the best one i have found xxx

  • @josephtermeer4595
    @josephtermeer4595 Рік тому +10

    As a beginner, I really appreciate you showed this in "real time" rather than speeding up the video. Thank you.

  • @nealwarshaw9729
    @nealwarshaw9729 3 роки тому +45

    I just completed my first coptic bound book. I took a couple of classes with a professional, watched numerous UA-cam videos but found that this video so much better. Thank you Kristen, you are a gifted teacher.

    • @Papercutspress
      @Papercutspress  3 роки тому +4

      Thank you Neal for letting me know - I am so glad this video helped you and I hope you continue to have positive book-making experiences! :)

  • @pamelagreene9417
    @pamelagreene9417 2 місяці тому +2

    Great tutorial!!! Great vantage point where you positioned the camera, although I know it was challenging. Much appreciated! ❤

  • @mj-lp5eb
    @mj-lp5eb 2 роки тому +3

    Finally! A great instructional Coptic stitch video, without dreadful background music!
    Nice clear instructions and the double thread in the last signature is neat, instead of over the back cover . Thank you!

    • @Papercutspress
      @Papercutspress  2 роки тому +1

      I am glad you liked the video! Yes, the double thread is just one way to do the cover, but I think it is most straightforward, especially for people new to bookbinding stitching :) Thanks for your comment.

  • @joanzivi7425
    @joanzivi7425 8 місяців тому +1

    This was incredible! I'm been trying to figure out the Coptic binding for so long - this is so clear and logical. Thank you!!!

  • @karma13612
    @karma13612 2 роки тому +5

    Wish I could give this multiple thumbs up! This was the most straight forward easy clear tutorial for this binding I have ever seen! Outstanding!!!!! Huge huge thank you!!!!!!! 👏👏👏👏👏❤️👍👍👍👍👍

    • @Papercutspress
      @Papercutspress  2 роки тому

      oh GREAT! Yay! Thanks for all the thumbs ups :) I appreciate you taking the time to make such a kind comment and I'm glad you found my video effective.

  • @skeletonkeybindery3936
    @skeletonkeybindery3936 3 роки тому +24

    This was a very clear and concise tutorial for a stitching method that can be difficult to explain in words. A job well done :)

    • @Papercutspress
      @Papercutspress  3 роки тому

      Thank you :)

    • @tinafesti5432
      @tinafesti5432 3 роки тому +2

      Thank you for this great video! I made my first successful Coptic binding!

    • @Papercutspress
      @Papercutspress  3 роки тому

      @@tinafesti5432 Wonderful Tina! Congratulations on your Coptic binding success, way to go :)

  • @wandadraper6937
    @wandadraper6937 3 роки тому +8

    I've tried several coptic stitch tutorials but yours is by far the best! Thanks for the detailed step by step instructions.

  • @micheleleech8128
    @micheleleech8128 3 роки тому +3

    Very helpful video. The best explanation I have found so far.

  • @ClareHewitt-j1u
    @ClareHewitt-j1u 2 місяці тому

    Thank you for this video. Very clear. Just stitched my first coptic stitch book thanks again x

  • @linnerlu
    @linnerlu 2 роки тому +5

    Thank you so much for this very clear tutorial. I especially love that you didn’t speed up the interim steps, so I could watch it all the way through and listen to your calm commentary. Also loved the tip about the little kettle stitch at the end of each row! Best coptic stitch tutorial I have found. Subscribed.

    • @Papercutspress
      @Papercutspress  2 роки тому +1

      Oh you are welcome Linda, thank you for taking the time to comment and for the kind feedback.

  • @maggiequilts
    @maggiequilts 9 місяців тому +1

    I love this type of binding, and the instruction is wonderful! Best tutorial ever! Thank you so much
    Hugs. Maggie ❤️🤗🇨🇦❤️FABULOUS,

  • @terrieakwong4051
    @terrieakwong4051 7 місяців тому

    The most detailed tutorial I found. Thank you for your generous sharing.

  • @Congotrekker
    @Congotrekker Рік тому

    So far, in my many searches, yours is the most concise and easy to follow. Thanks!

  • @ducksoff7236
    @ducksoff7236 2 роки тому +2

    Best most clearly presented coptic lesson I've seen by far! Thank you

    • @Papercutspress
      @Papercutspress  2 роки тому

      You are welcome! And thanks to you for your lovely comment.

  • @debbiejonasson9547
    @debbiejonasson9547 9 місяців тому

    Thank you for this great instruction, it is clear and easy to see the stitching in this one. Thanks for the close ups and slowing things down at key moments!

  • @DeerheartStudioArts
    @DeerheartStudioArts Рік тому

    best tutorial on Coptic stitch on YT! thanks so much!🦌💌❤️📚

  • @r.m.miller
    @r.m.miller 10 місяців тому +1

    Thank you so much for this tutorial. I watched a few others and they were a little confusing but with this one I made my first book in about an hour and a half. It's not perfect but I so proud of it!

  • @giovannascotti488
    @giovannascotti488 5 місяців тому

    I've also learnt to change the thread: what else? So happy! Thank you a thousand times❤❤

  • @urshurakdieohnekanal9291
    @urshurakdieohnekanal9291 Рік тому

    I've watched several tutorials on this stitch, and this is hands down the best one.

  • @kimberlyearly8918
    @kimberlyearly8918 9 місяців тому

    I had never done one of these before and out of dozens of videos I've watched yours was by far the clearest! Most of the others show you how to do the first few stations and then speed up the video which is impossible for a complete newbie to follow! Thanks! I wanted a watercolor sketch book with quality paper so I just made my own!

  • @julietillustrates
    @julietillustrates 2 роки тому +4

    Thank you so much Kristen. I never could see the stitching properly in the other youtube videos. This is simple, clear, and so fun, thank you for making this video. I really appreciate your clear step-by-step narration as well.

    • @Papercutspress
      @Papercutspress  2 роки тому +1

      You are welcome! Thank you for the specific and kind feedback.

  • @aesthetic_lover_here
    @aesthetic_lover_here Рік тому

    Thank you so much dear. I just completed my first Coptic book binding. I tried it before watching other videos but I couldn't. You are a very good teacher ☺️☺️🤩🤩🤗🤗 Thank you

  • @kimberlysiddons
    @kimberlysiddons 8 місяців тому

    What a fabulous tutorial! Thanks for your awesome patience in showing us how to do this binding stitch! ❤

  • @tracytolmachoff6300
    @tracytolmachoff6300 Рік тому

    Thank you!!!! Your instructions and pace are perfect! I had tried, like others had mentioned, other tutorials and was quite frustrated. With your help I completed a Coptic bound journal.

  • @vickimorgan2058
    @vickimorgan2058 9 місяців тому

    Of the several video tutorials I just watched for the Coptic stitch, this is the most detailed and helpful for the stitching process-thank you!

  • @ghostsinthegraveyard5766
    @ghostsinthegraveyard5766 2 роки тому +1

    Wonderful tutorial, very clean with no distracting background music!

    • @Papercutspress
      @Papercutspress  2 роки тому

      Thank you, I am glad you liked it! I do aim for clear instruction so I appreciate your feedback about music, thanks.

  • @wendymissr83
    @wendymissr83 Рік тому +1

    A long time ago I made a book using the coptic stitch. Could not remember how to do it and then I found your video. So clear, easy to see and so easy to understand. I now have a coptic stitch watercolour journal of which I am quite proud. Thank you very much for your excellent tutorial.

  • @cricutologist32820
    @cricutologist32820 2 роки тому +1

    This is the best Coptic binding video I’ve watched! Thank you!!!

  • @dlynard
    @dlynard Рік тому

    Oh my gosh. That was wonderful! I actually followed your directions easily and it turned out beautifully. Thank you!

  • @karenfinneganart2480
    @karenfinneganart2480 2 роки тому +1

    This must be the clearest tutorial I have ever found. Thank you so much. 😍

  • @carolynpurser7469
    @carolynpurser7469 6 місяців тому

    Excellent tutorial. Just at the exploratory stage now trying to learn more about book binding before I decide to actually start a project. This tutorial helped me feel a little less intimidated by the process. Thank you 😊

  • @musicbyethan
    @musicbyethan 6 місяців тому

    great video by someone who has the patience to teach not just show. I appreciate that. definitely subscribed to this channel

  • @gwenanderson1914
    @gwenanderson1914 Рік тому

    This was very helpful. I just made my first Coptic Art Journal. The best instruction I have found so far. Thank you.

  • @darkfruitfly
    @darkfruitfly Рік тому

    I have to say this once again. I have perfected my technique all because of this excellent video. I can’t thank you enough.

  • @susanna3313
    @susanna3313 Рік тому

    I saw your video in my tread of videos yesterday and today I made a book with your wonderful directions! Thank you so much!

  • @deborahshayne1387
    @deborahshayne1387 2 роки тому

    Thank you. Your video was the best I have seen. Your speed was great as well as your teaching of this beautiful binding stitch.

    • @Papercutspress
      @Papercutspress  2 роки тому

      You're welcome! Thank you for the specific comment about the speed, I appreciate that feedback.

  • @lesley4928
    @lesley4928 2 роки тому +2

    I echo the comments below - I have watched a load of videos but yours is by far the best and I am so excited to get started!! Thank you SO MUCH for your clear instructions and perfect camera work. I could see everything and that makes it so much easier to understand. All the very best to you and I hope you are able to make more videos. 💗

    • @Papercutspress
      @Papercutspress  2 роки тому

      Oh great! Thank you for taking the time to leave this nice comment that inspires me to make more videos ;)

  • @eduardat.7235
    @eduardat.7235 9 місяців тому

    Best copta bookbinding video ever! 🎉

  • @valswain
    @valswain 5 місяців тому

    Thank you so much for the tutorial! So easy to follow. Now I can finally try to use the Coptic cartridge for my multi cinch book binding tool.

  • @ClassySmiles
    @ClassySmiles 2 роки тому +1

    I am a true beginner when it comes to book binding. As I get familiar with my new obsession, lol, I came across your video and I love how detailed you are and how simply and concisely you explain what you are doing. I have watched a few other videos and they are speeding through and going so fast, even for a "beginner" video. So I'd like to give a big THANK YOU for slowing it down and thoroughly explaining the process. This newbie is ever so grateful!!! 🙂😁

    • @Papercutspress
      @Papercutspress  2 роки тому +1

      'All levels welcome' that's what I always say! Thanks for letting me know this video worked for you. I love that you are loving bookbinding! Hope you continue to have fun with it.

  • @paulapreti7497
    @paulapreti7497 Рік тому +2

    I have to say this tutorial was amazing! The way you have explained everything and walked us through the whole process was incredible. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge ❤

  • @stephen1137
    @stephen1137 Рік тому

    Many thanks, Kristen. Very clear and no waste of time.

  • @beverlybowman813
    @beverlybowman813 10 місяців тому

    Just found you and very grateful. Your video is perfect. However very disappointing to see you only have few videos. Again, thankful for this one. I was hopeful that you would have more.

  • @Ms_Ink
    @Ms_Ink Рік тому

    Wow! This is easily the best Coptic stitch tutorial I have found! Thank you sooooo much!!! ❤️❤️❤️

  • @emilyisis13
    @emilyisis13 2 роки тому

    I've been trying to find a good video that actually shows each stitch because so many people edit out some of the stitching & just say to repeat the steps but I've messed up because of that. Thanks to you I can see each stitch and now I know how to do it without getting lost in the middle of stitching lol great video!

    • @Papercutspress
      @Papercutspress  2 роки тому

      Thank you for the comment! I have received similar feedback about following along with every step - you are not alone! I am glad my video worked for you :) Happy bookmaking!

  • @Mslizzybluts
    @Mslizzybluts Рік тому

    This is such a great teaching video. Thank you. The repetition out loud for what you were doing was really helpful. I’ve watched so many videos trying to learn this method, but it was a little challenging knowing exactly what to do. I was able to complete my first journal without mistakes!

  • @jisuki6731
    @jisuki6731 3 роки тому +23

    THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS! Your video really helped me SEE the actual stitching method and I made my 1st coptic stitched sketchbook! I had so many old 18" x 24" drawing pads and I wanted to use them on a smaller scale. I watched so many helpful videos on this, but yours was the BEST that I could find that showed the stitching clearly. The extra "tug" really helped the stitches to look very uniformed and consistent. I used a curved needle so it made the process go alot faster. THANK YOU AGAIN! I LOVE MY HOMEMADE SKETCHBOOK! IT TURNED OUT AWESOME!

    • @Papercutspress
      @Papercutspress  3 роки тому +2

      Woo-hoo Jee! Congratulations on your 1st coptic book! And thank your for your feedback about my video - I have done this stitch so many times I am glad to pass little tips like the "tug" along to others.

    • @mindylawrence7357
      @mindylawrence7357 2 роки тому

      @@Papercutspress I like how you double the stitches through the signatures. I learned something helpful.

  • @1888starz
    @1888starz 2 роки тому +1

    I have enjoyed learning the process of coptic stitch book binding with your guided tuition which was so easy to follow. Your instructions were much appreciated and I think your skills at relating how to do this were excellent. So thank you so much, so glad I found your channel.

    • @Papercutspress
      @Papercutspress  2 роки тому

      Thank you so much, I'm glad you enjoyed it :)

  • @jbhindabo
    @jbhindabo 3 роки тому +3

    Kristen-thank you!! Just finished.

  • @armsofsnow
    @armsofsnow Рік тому +1

    Excellent tutorial, thank you so much! I just finished my first ever coptic stitch project -- your instructions in this video were super helpful and made it feel very easy :) Really happy with the result, and I have already started on my next one..! Thank you!

  • @gemmi1
    @gemmi1 Рік тому +1

    I just did a practice book using this tutorial and I actually love it! Even on cheap paper with creases in the stitches are beautiful!

  • @gabrielleannacormierart
    @gabrielleannacormierart 3 роки тому +7

    Awesome instructional video! This is the best one I watched so far and I’m feeling more confident about binding my own book now too. Could you make more showing the step by step for other types of stitching? Thanks for sharing your skills with us ❤️🙏 (about an hour or so later, I completed my first book using your Coptic stitching instructions 😆 so excited!!!)

    • @Papercutspress
      @Papercutspress  3 роки тому +2

      Thank you Gabrielle! I'm so glad to hear that you are gaining confidence with bookbinding and that you completed your first book - yay! I hope to make more instructional videos, let me know if there are certain stitches you're most interested in. I do hope you continue making books, I love your excitement!

  • @foolishmint9618
    @foolishmint9618 2 роки тому +1

    Best tutorial ever award goes to this person!🤍

  • @Sbeatrycze
    @Sbeatrycze Рік тому

    The film is great, readable. I managed to make a sketchbook, no problem. Thank you

  • @vocalchords3609
    @vocalchords3609 2 роки тому

    This is excellent teaching - crystal clear - simply first class! Thank you so much.

    • @Papercutspress
      @Papercutspress  2 роки тому

      Thank you! And you are welcome. Thanks for taking the time to say so. Happy bookbinding!

  • @forevercreating
    @forevercreating Рік тому

    This is the best tutorial I have seen. Thank you so much@

  • @AudeBCraft
    @AudeBCraft Рік тому +1

    Merci beaucoup pour ce super tuto, c'est exactement ce qu'il me fallait pour faire mes carnets aquarelle ! Bonne journée !

  • @mistysimpson7295
    @mistysimpson7295 2 роки тому

    thank you for your simple instructions. I used this to teach my 7th and 8th grade students to bind the sketch books they made.

    • @Papercutspress
      @Papercutspress  2 роки тому

      I LOVE THAT!! Thank you for sharing that with me :)

  • @lizbuchanan1
    @lizbuchanan1 2 роки тому

    Ohmygoodness NOW I understand it! I have many coptic stitch videos saved to my bookbinding folder. I was never quite sure I saw the trick. Sometimes mine worked; other times it fell apart. Your tutorial is perfection. Now I see where I messed up before. Thank you!

    • @Papercutspress
      @Papercutspress  2 роки тому

      It can seem tricky! I'm glad this video helped you :) Thanks for the comment

  • @denisenoble4010
    @denisenoble4010 2 роки тому

    Thank you for your version of making a hard cover Coptic stitch book. For several years I've followed another book binder who sewed the cover and first of last signature on at the same time so she didn't have the double stitching in the last signature, however I liked your idea of the french knot at the beginning and end of every row, so Thank you for sharing and from now on I will be doing both versions in my book binding

    • @Papercutspress
      @Papercutspress  2 роки тому +2

      Thanks for your comment, I appreciate hearing what you're up to. Yes there are variations for sure, I love that you are trying different ways because different people prefer different techniques. Combine what you like and make it your own! I think of bookbinding kind of like language and every bookbinder has their own accent :)

  • @08pepperdog
    @08pepperdog 2 роки тому

    Best tutorial I’ve watched on this topic. Thank you!

  • @darkfruitfly
    @darkfruitfly 2 роки тому

    This is the best tutorial! I am loving this stitch and I thank you for your instruction.

  • @NettieTuddyMail
    @NettieTuddyMail Рік тому +1

    I was wondering -what size thread you are using and if you are doubling it. i"m a total beginner! Thank you!

  • @annhovland8407
    @annhovland8407 2 роки тому

    Excellent tutorial. The best I’ve seen.

    • @Papercutspress
      @Papercutspress  2 роки тому

      Ann, thank you! I am so glad you had a positive experience with it, and I appreciate you saying so.

  • @clement6961
    @clement6961 2 роки тому

    Your tutorial is very clear and really fun to watch. After testing a few others, I chose yours to learn from. Thanks to you for your video !!

    • @Papercutspress
      @Papercutspress  2 роки тому +1

      Wonderful! Thanks. Hope you are enjoying bookbinding :)

  • @grabbagcrafting6004
    @grabbagcrafting6004 Місяць тому

    Beautiful demonstration

  • @Pjpuglife
    @Pjpuglife 2 роки тому

    much much easier with a curved needle. thank you so much great video.

  • @maggoodwin4947
    @maggoodwin4947 2 роки тому

    Thank you. Best tutorial I have seen. ❤

  • @pamallan432
    @pamallan432 3 місяці тому

    Thanks so much for this clear easy-to-follow lesson! Do you have a recommendation for a lesson in making/marking the holes?

  • @LaurenRuby
    @LaurenRuby Рік тому

    Amazing tutorial. Bound my first book out of nowhere, thank you. It turned out really good, Christmas present for my husband.

  • @Lauragld
    @Lauragld Рік тому

    Thank you so much for such a clear demonstration of this stitch...so helpful! Your a great teacher :)

  • @Kelly-oe8kr
    @Kelly-oe8kr 2 роки тому

    You're a fantastic teacher! This was so relaxing to watch.

    • @Papercutspress
      @Papercutspress  2 роки тому

      Thank you! Learning this stresses some people out so I aim to be chill. I appreciate your comment about it being relaxing ;)

  • @ginabramwell2504
    @ginabramwell2504 Рік тому

    Thank you so much!! This is a very clear video, your instructions are spot on. My book came out great, I really appreciate this video. So excited to make more :)

  • @MichaelWVagg
    @MichaelWVagg 2 роки тому

    Thank you! Such a clear, instructive video, very easy to follow along.

    • @Papercutspress
      @Papercutspress  2 роки тому +1

      Wonderful Michael, thank you for saying so! I am glad you enjoyed it.

  • @giulias.5104
    @giulias.5104 Рік тому +1

    How long is the first thread?
    And how far from the edge did you put your holes in the hard cover?
    Thank you for the great tutorial!

  • @agaspversilia
    @agaspversilia 10 місяців тому

    Excellent explanation and so sad you didn't do more videos on bookbinding. Hope you'll start posting again

  • @ronzyl1
    @ronzyl1 8 місяців тому

    Excellent tutorial, thanks for sharing

  • @DeerheartStudioArts
    @DeerheartStudioArts 8 місяців тому

    best tutorial on YT!🦌💌❤️📚

  • @Lauragld
    @Lauragld Рік тому

    Your instruction is so clear...that so much for this very helpful video :)

  • @dozzer65
    @dozzer65 2 роки тому

    Phew! I did it! You are too good a teacher not to make more video.

    • @Papercutspress
      @Papercutspress  2 роки тому

      You did it yay! I will work on more videos, thank you for your interest.

  • @sherrigittel4623
    @sherrigittel4623 Рік тому

    Outstanding tutorial ❣️👍🙏

  • @giovannascotti488
    @giovannascotti488 5 місяців тому

    Done! My back aches😅 but I'm done, not precise as your but I'm satisfied🎉Thank you❤

  • @EdWrigglesworth
    @EdWrigglesworth 2 роки тому

    Amazing video!! Helped me complete my uni degree!! Thanks so much!

    • @Papercutspress
      @Papercutspress  2 роки тому

      Awesome! I love to hear that, thank you. Congratulations!

  • @kathypontin827
    @kathypontin827 2 роки тому

    Thank you. You are an excellent teacher!

    • @Papercutspress
      @Papercutspress  2 роки тому

      You're welcome! And thanks so much for saying so.

  • @elkewulf7311
    @elkewulf7311 Рік тому

    Vielen Dank für diese tolle Anleitung!!

  • @zoemcmahan9031
    @zoemcmahan9031 Рік тому

    I love this video! I was taught to do a coptic binding 25 years ago...and it seems that the last signature and the back book cover went on at the same time? That it made only the single row of stitching in the last signature ???? It doesn't really matter, just wondering if I've dreamed that technique and am totally wrong? Lol!

  • @Marjon57
    @Marjon57 7 місяців тому

    Thank you for this clear explanation!!!

  • @arunitadatta
    @arunitadatta 2 роки тому +1

    I just did my first Coptic binding. Thank you for this wonderful video. Subscribing your channel

    • @Papercutspress
      @Papercutspress  2 роки тому +1

      Congratulations Arunita on your first coptic binding!

  • @tanieshabrackett7295
    @tanieshabrackett7295 2 роки тому

    The craft need in me is so excited I found this video! Thank you, hun!

    • @Papercutspress
      @Papercutspress  2 роки тому +1

      Awww you're welcome I'm so glad to hear that!

  • @melanieanderson1886
    @melanieanderson1886 7 місяців тому

    This is by far the best video I've watched and there's been a lot lol. I will go hunting but do you have videos for punching the holes etc?

  • @sandrapaterson1750
    @sandrapaterson1750 5 місяців тому

    Excellent video!!! Thank you

  • @GiselaConte
    @GiselaConte 8 місяців тому

    very good tutorial!! what kind of paper did you use and how did you the covers?

  • @hazelblair6634
    @hazelblair6634 2 роки тому

    Thank you, a very clear explanation so i have saved it. i would like to try this with my hand made papers.

    • @Papercutspress
      @Papercutspress  2 роки тому

      Glad you like it! Thanks for commenting. Your idea with your handmade papers sounds GREAT!

  • @pearlosmond9996
    @pearlosmond9996 Рік тому

    Brilliant video. Thank you ❤

  • @bernadettegallagher3073
    @bernadettegallagher3073 2 роки тому

    Outstanding presentation!

  • @ritastrkn4784
    @ritastrkn4784 Рік тому

    Thank You so much for this lesson!❤❤❤

  • @gingertolonen5553
    @gingertolonen5553 5 місяців тому

    great instructions! do you have a video of the French Link on hard binding?

  • @thefluffyferret
    @thefluffyferret 2 роки тому

    Wonderful clear demonstration, thank you so much!

    • @Papercutspress
      @Papercutspress  2 роки тому

      You are welcome! And, thank you for your kind comment.