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We now have three designs for paper folders inspired by traditional folders that we obtained from retired bookbinders. These are hand made from a range of timber species, particularly hardwoods such as eucalypt, manuka, rata, or beech, all of which work very well. We have also used perspex for some...

These traditional English-style bookbinding hammers have been restored for a few more decades of use. Rounding hammers are typically used for rounded the spine on a book that has been stitched or repaired, but they will always find other uses in the bindery.Each hammer is listed separately as each i...

A handy, but short, stainless steel ruler with a multitude of stencil shapes, angle marks and uses.The ruler has a straight edge to 9 inches or 230mm, with stencils for drawing hexagonal holes or circles.Small holes along the ruler allow you to mark spaces accurately.

was first published in 1931 as part of a Practical Workroom Series for school students. Clear s of several bookbinding and box-making projects with line drawings. Excellent material for those starting out on book binding.48 pages. 148 x 210mm

This pair of small plastic vernier calipers is very handy in the bindery for taking measurements of boards and the final book assembled with covers. We use one for checking the thickness of pagesets when making up covers for the perfect binding on the books we publish. It's also used to measure the...

This heavy craft paper weighs in at about 120gsm and comes off a roll 1300mm wide. Plenty of application here for craft projects, or even as endpapers in your hand made books.Only two colours unfortunately - orange and red.We also have large sheets of 230gsm Kraft paper - 530 x 970mmSold and priced...

Traditional bookbinding and repair work is often done with a cellulose-based paste.Designed for use on porous surfaces, this paste an be used at every stage in the binding process on surfaces such as paper, card, leather and natural coverings. As the paste dries slowly, there is a chance to repositi...

Metal book corner protectors in vintage and classic styles. Simply place the protector snugly on the corner of the cover and squeeze tightly with a pair of pliers to secure it.Five options for covers 2mm thick: Victorian pattern in silver; gold; dark bronze, or black, and plain gold. 15mm long. Avai...

For durability you can't beat this set of 3 aluminium spacers, which give you the most handy sizes for most bookbinding jobs. We use the 8 x 12 spacer all the time when making up covers.Each rod is 255mm long, stamped with the sizes for 6 x 10, 4 x 15 and 8 x 12mm.

The Petite bookbinding kit is packaged in a neat handicrafts bag. Features:- 1 natural bone paper folder- A set of 3 sewing needles in pack with- One pair of nippers for cutting thread- 1 sewing awl- 90m of 0.8mm waxed linen thread- 100ml bottle of padding adhesive- 20mm glue brush- cotton mull The...

This plastic paper folder is shaped to the traditional size and shape, about 15cm long, with a tapered end for neatly pressing in the crease of the endpapers. Light and durable.

This lightweight cotton muslin is perfect as the mull used on the spine of books for reinforcement. Slightly starched to make it easier to handle.Provided in a folded piece that measures approximately 1000 x 1200mm.

Rounded brushes are traditionally used for applying cellulose paste to endpapers, or for conservation work on a variety of materials.These brushes are 20, 30 or 40mm in diameter with a long wooden handle.

The desktop book press is a standard piece of equipment in all binderies, and these two models are designed to handle most jobs for the home or commercial bookbinder. The press closes down with four bolts to hold a book up to 70mm thick.The smaller press is suitable for an A5-sized book, with dimens...

A wide, angled brush such as this provides great control when gluing covers or box corners.These brushes are two inches or 50mm wide with a long wooden handle. Nylon bristles.

This 100% linen thread is a professional grade especially for bookbinding. Produced by Coats Barbour and listed in their catalogue as 18/3 linen, the 3 ply thread is quite stiff. Available only in a natural off-white colour. Unwaxed.Linen thread is preferred by bookbinders for its strength and durab...

This is a very handy tool for cutting square corners on endpapers and book covers.Made of clear acrylic, 150 x 500mm or 150 x 300mm.Also has multiple degree angle lines for easy pivot of 30º, 45º and 60º cuts, Left and right-hand numbering and angle system.We have several of these in our commerci...

These three Book Binding materials have a beautiful metallic finish in red, black or grey.Each piece is supplied as a tight roll in a box or cellophane wrapper. If creased during shipping, the material will recover its flat surface.These materials cut easily with scissors and fold crisply to create...

slightly heavier than its English counterpart, designed to protect heavy-use books with a quality finish. Buckram's moisture resistance and durability make it ideal for menus, loose leaf binders, books, or any package in need of extra protection.Buckram decorates beautifully with foil stamping, blin...

Book headbands help to protect the pageset and add a touch of finesse to the final project.This set of 24 headbands has a range of solid and striped styles, each piece in a length of 300mm. Three of the solid colours are doubled up, so there are 21 different styles altogether.

A finely tapered point makes this an excellent design for a bookbinding awl. The wooden handle is shaped with a large, round end that makes it comfortable to use.

This light card with a matt white surface has multiple uses for craft projects, backing boards, covers.The card is approximately 325gsm in weight, and about 0.5mm thick, available in eight sizes, in packs of 50 sheets.600 x 400450 x 320 (SRA3)420 x 297 (A3)Computer (255 x 357)A4 (210 x 297)Letter (2...

Our deluxe paper folder is made from natural agate, so each one is different. A long straight edge provides the folding surface, and the curved profile fits easily into your hand. If have lots of folding to do, this is the perfect tool.Agate is a brittle product, so these folders may shatter if drop...

This American mercanized cotton has been treated to reduce the amount of lint, and has a shiny surface.10 metres, natural or off-white in colour, the four strands can be easily separated to reduce the number you wish to use.