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Pressed with Intention: The Embossed Artist Mark in Every Handmade Book
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.

Melanie Grant
Aug 52 min read


Why I Make Books in Series: My Handmade Bookbinding Process
Working in series has changed the way I approach bookbinding. It’s efficient, creative, and sometimes unpredictable.

Melanie Grant
Jul 113 min read


Guillotine Paper Cutter for Bookbinding - My Favorite Tool
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.

Melanie Grant
Jul 103 min read


A Place to Pause: The History of Bookmarks and the Art of Pagekeeping
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.

Melanie Grant
Jul 92 min read


Choosing Paper for Bookbinding: What I Use and Why: Summer 2025 Edition
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.

Melanie Grant
Jul 83 min read


Beginner Bookbinding: Why I Fell in Love with Handmade Books
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.

Melanie Grant
Jul 72 min read
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