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Japanese stab binding #48: centerpiece
I named this bind ‘centerpiece’ because it reminds me of a watch, especially since there are 12 holes that make up the circle. But it could be fun to have a monogram or single letter placed in the center of the circle! This is probably an intermediate bind. 38 holes.
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Japanese stab bind #47: lunaria
I took a poll to name this design, and ‘lunaria‘ was decided on, because it (sort of) looks like the seed pods from that particular plant. This bind is probably an advanced intermediate, not because the sewing itself is difficult but because it requires drilling 80 holes! I was proud…
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Japanese stab binding #45 & 46:memories and souvenirs
JSB memories: 57 holes, JSB souvenirs: 51 holes, both straightforward. Hello all! It’s been quite a while since my last bookbinding post, but a lot has happened in the past year. I both completed a masters degree and got married, moved between two continents and three countries, and am still…
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the Glowforge!
So this came to my attention rather late in the game, but if you haven’t seen this new laser cutting machine called the Glowforge, check it out! If you have ever looked at some of my laser projects (like these coasters and earrings or this Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy…
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Barcelona letters #1
Barcelona, Spain. Somewhere along Carrer del Torrent de l’Olla
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Japanese stab binding tutorial: lotus blossom
The lotus blossom or lily-pad flower, whichever. 36 total holes, about an intermediate bind. Make sure that your holes along the top line are even! As always, if there is an error or if you have a question, leave a comment and I will do my best to answer. **click…