The Power of a Limited Color Palette for Artists

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.

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.

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.