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full book making tutorials
From choosing papers to binding signatures and decorating, this is where you can enjoy the full process!


Faux Corset Binding Journal – Full Process Tutorial
Hello everyone, and welcome back! Today I’m excited to share a full process video on how I created this handmade journal featuring a faux corset…
Elora Viano
Jun 2, 20253 min read


Herbology Junk Journal | Book made from a box
Today I wanted to share something with you – when starting a junk journalling journey, a lot of people panic because they are afraid they…
Elora Viano
Jun 13, 20242 min read


Making Book Cloth at Home
Making your own books is so much fun, but one of the things we need to do is make covers for them. In junk journalling,…
Elora Viano
May 6, 20243 min read


Making Wheat Paste for Book Binding
Wheatpaste or wheat starch paste has been used since antiquity as a natural adhesive. It is cheap, quick and easy to make, and lasts for…
Elora Viano
Apr 24, 20242 min read


Make Glue from Pasta Water!
Oh yes, you heard me right – you can make glue from pasta water! So if you are in a bind, make a plate of…
Elora Viano
Apr 4, 20241 min read


Make a Book Cover from a Plastic Bag
Yep, you read that right! You can make a book cover from a plastic bag! Sometimes some shops still give out real plastic bags, and…
Elora Viano
Mar 16, 20242 min read
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