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Creating Handmade Books (Paperback)

~ Alisa Golden (Author)
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Handmade books can speak volumes (pardon the pun) about the person who created them. Some see the process as a craft; Alisa Golden treats it as an art form. Unwilling to make a choice between writing and art, Golden discovered that by making her own books she could do both, each enhancing the other. Her meticulously constructed creations are intricately folded; cleverly cut; carefully bound; adorned with letterpress, linoleum cuts, silkscreen, acrylic paints, rubber stamps, collage, decorative papers, and other ephemera; and filled with poetry, stories, images, or sometimes just snatches of words and abstract streaks of color. After nearly two decades of making books, she's still excited by each new production. That excitement comes through as she leads us on a journey of discovery from inception to finished book. Extensive directions and detailed diagrams teach us how to construct cut and folded books, sewn and/or glued structures, soft- and hardcover bindings, and variations such as portfolios, presentation boxes, and Jacob's ladder books.

Golden's own very interesting works are amply illustrated, but they are there for inspiration, not to be slavishly imitated. Beginners therefore may be somewhat intimidated; despite the thorough instructions, readers are called upon to use their imaginations when envisioning their own books. But Golden provides plenty of suggestions on finding content to fill these creations, advising us to experiment with words as we do with art materials. With her loving encouragement, even newcomers to the field will be rewarded--probably even more so than if they had simply copied someone else's designs. --Amy Handy



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Everyone has a story to tell--so make your own book to tell it with! From the scissors that snip the pages to the glues and stitches and ties that bind them; from elaborate compound structures with pockets to multiple signatures in a thick, sewn volume, here are the techniques you need and the styles you want. Cut and fold pages in a simple accordion, or hide a second book inside. Create pop-ups, fan, and slot-and-tab books. Construct handscrolls and hanging ones, soft- and hardcovers, even portfolios and boxes. Hundreds of illustrations and diagrams will guide you, and dozens of striking pictures will seize your imagination! The author lives in Berkeley, CA. 128 pages (all in color), 8 1/2 x 10. NEW IN PAPERBACK

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  • Paperback: 128 pages
  • Publisher: Sterling (June 30, 2000)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0806988258
  • ISBN-13: 978-0806988252
  • Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 8.5 x 0.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #180,054 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous Find For Aspiring Book Artists, April 21, 2000
By Mary H. Hubbard (Oswego, New York United States) - See all my reviews
Although this book may not be well-suited for the advanced book artist, it's a fabulous find for anyone interested in learning the art of bookmaking. And the directions are clear and concise, allowing the reader to fully comprehend and produce the many wonderful projects that are outlined in this book with ease and amazement.
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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars VERY WELL done book!, April 30, 1999
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This is one of those books you are glad you invested in. The book ideas/photos are inspirational, instructions very clear and the reading interesting; just a VERY WELL done book. Good reference book. Good for both beginner and experienced book maker. Includes mini-books.
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3.0 out of 5 stars try something else, July 14, 2003
By Erica (N Richland Hills, TX United States) - See all my reviews
I would not recommend this book if you are trying to learn how to create your own journals/books. I found this book to be more about the "artist" Alisa Golden and what she has created than about teaching me how to do it. There are examples of books you would never want to create. It does provide some useful instruction, but I thought "Handcrafted Journals, Albums, Scrapbooks, and more" by Marie Browning was much more helpful for what I wanted.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Very good
we have good ideias with the book photos and instructions, this book just a very weel.
Published 2 months ago

5.0 out of 5 stars A great resource for creating handmade books
When I looked at the cover I was thrown a bit because I thought this book might be more like a book for scrapbooking - I was looking for something a bit more artistic. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Frank Punzo

4.0 out of 5 stars Creating Handmade Books
This is an excellent book if you are looking for something different. The clear pictures and instructions make it a favourite in my book collection.
Published 12 months ago by Sue Bruce

5.0 out of 5 stars The anti-digital antidote
Well our world is just an overabundance of digital virtuality anymore! I love that this book introduces me to so many ways to use my hands in a very tactile form of artmaking... Read more
Published on August 4, 2006 by Mark Anderson

5.0 out of 5 stars Get Published Your Way
Gifts, photo albums, story books. The possibilities are endless.

If you have some paper, a pair of scissors and a few other inexpensive items like thread and glue,... Read more
Published on January 24, 2003 by Rebecca Johnson

5.0 out of 5 stars A beautiful as well as useful book
Creating Handmade Books has a wealth of solid information, but its most striking feature lies in the excellent and beautiful examples of artist books. Read more
Published on July 6, 2002 by Mickie McCormic

5.0 out of 5 stars Not just another bookmaking book
Tired of buying a book making book and getting yet another 100 accordian folds and stab bindings? (although it has those too) This book has a very nice variety of styles.
Published on September 28, 2001 by icesteamwater2

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Have!
I would have to say this book is a definite must have for anyone interested in making handmade books,from Beginner to Advanced. Read more
Published on June 17, 2001 by Kristy Christopherson

2.0 out of 5 stars Handmade Books made Confusing
While the pictures in the book are lovely and plentiful, many of the directions in the book are vague and hard to follow. Read more
Published on May 17, 2001 by niccipix

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent, colorful, and pragmatic book
I liked this book, because it is fun, clear, and well written, and gives easy-to-read instructions on how to do the various projects from five minute booklets to perfectbound... Read more
Published on March 30, 2001

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