Bookbinding

Choosing paper for a handmade book sounds simple, until you discover weight, grain direction, signatures, spine swell and a surprising amount of math. Here's why Neenah Royal Sundance has become one of the papers I return to again and again in my bookbinding studio.

Discover why Khadi paper has become one of my favorite materials for handmade books, sketchbooks, watercolor, collage, and mixed media artwork, and what makes it so unique.

What began as weekly emails from my cousin's time in Aix-en-Provence gradually became inspiration for a collection of handmade artist books. This is the story behind Letters From Aix and the creative journey that transformed correspondence into art.

An early look at the imagery and inspiration behind Letters From Aix, a forthcoming series of handmade artist books shaped by travel, texture, and quiet observation.

The Woodland Series is a collection of handbound books built from original collage work, natural materials, and a refined approach to structure and form.

Before unveiling Twelve Days: A Winter Collection, I wanted to share the art of gift presentation—how each handmade piece is wrapped with care, layered in paper and ribbon, and finished with meaning. This quiet ritual is as much a part of the story as the art itself.

The Twelve Days of Winter is a handmade collection of books, ornaments, and pagekeepers inspired by twelve poetic winter words. In this first glimpse, discover Frost and a look into the making process behind the art.

In every handmade book I create, there's a final gesture that completes the piece—my embossed artist mark. Subtle and tactile, this small impression pressed into the page is more than a logo. It’s a quiet signature of care, presence, and authorship.

Working in series has changed the way I approach bookbinding. It’s efficient, creative, and sometimes unpredictable.

If I had to name the one tool I couldn’t live without in my studio, it’s my HFS guillotine paper cutter. Here's why it's essential for any bookbinder.

From ancient bookmarks to Victorian silks, we've always marked our place. Today, Page Keepers offer a clever, artful twist—crafted around paper clips to hold your story beautifully in place.

Wondering what paper to use for bookbinding? I’m sharing my go-to choices, what features matter most, and how I make practical, beautiful books in my bindery.

Bookbinding doesn’t require fancy tools or formal training—just a love for paper and a bit of guidance. In this post, I share why I fell in love with bookbinding and how you can start, even as a complete beginner. I walk through the essential supplies, simple techniques like pamphlet and stab binding, and share tips and tutorials to get you started. If you’ve been curious about handmade books, this is your invitation to begin.