Measure Once, Cut Twice.

I don't know how I got myself into a book making class, given the fact I can't measure or cut a straight line, but I am enjoying this class nonetheless :D It has given me a new love and appreciation for the art of book making.

Here are some of my homework assignments: 

Sketchbook with Japanese Stab Binding.  

The inside has newsprint and the cover butterfly was done in acrylic, black ink and wet with water to create the dripping line.

Flag book. 

You may be wondering where the flags are, well they are on the inside lol. Unfortunately it didn't photograph well.  However, I was very happy with the cover. I hand drew (Andy Warhol's) Marilyn in the center.

Star Book. 

It started off as a 7 point star and because of my lack of measuring it turned into 11 point one! 

This is a view from the top.

Front View. Apologies for the dark photo :/

Here is the book closed and showing what the cover looks like.

Oh and did I mention that we make boxes in this class too?! 

First slipcase box, so proud I thought it could be something you find in Michael's.

Coptic Binding

Tunnel Star Book in a flip top box.

 Favorite one made to date! My original sketches cut into layers, and pasted to create a 3D effect.

Clam Shell Box. 

Altered Book.

Originally an Edgar Allan Poe selected Poetry Book. Painted the cover and created cut outs on the inside and outside of the book.

Cover 

Back

My own paste paper cover!