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Following one of our most popular posts Top 10 Coptic Stitch Binding Tutorials on the Internet we have decided to do a post on the top 15 of the best Japanese Stab Binding instructions and tutorials we could find on the web (also known as the Traditional Chinese Binding Method though there are noticeable differences between the two). On this page you’ll also find a collection of video tutorials and many Japanese stab binding related resources. We hope it serves as a good resource for some of you out there. Our other tutorial collections: Top 10 Coptic Stitch Binding Tutorials Top 10 Secret Belgian Binding Tutorials Top 10 Long Stitch Bookbinding Tutorials Top 10 Endband Tutorials Top 10 Box Making Tutorials For those looking for a little background info on the Japanese Stab Binding Technique: Japanese Stab Binding – Tortoise Stitch by Ffion, mindflight.me The method of stab binding a paper together has been around since the conception of the book some 2000 years back and was primarily used in China, Japan and other Asian countries. Even today it remains the binding of choice of many Asian countries due to its simplicity, effectiveness and cost. There is also the added benefit of being able to bind the book with ease after the content has been written; this is due to the fact that single sheets are used for the binding and no folding of the paper is required. This is an important factor to consider when choosing an appropriate binding method. In the modern world, Japanese stab binding is perfect for group projects where people submit their own work. No glues are used in the process of making a stab bound book and whilst the traditional method speaks only of using soft materials for the front and back covers the stab bound process does lend itself well to modifications and variations. It is possible to use hard covers with the integration of a flexible cloth hinge near where the book is bound. Good results can be had using this technique but it is a little more complex and perhaps not overly suitable for the beginner. More information on the history of Japanese Stab Binding. #1 Japanese 4-Hole Binding (Yotsume Toji) (Soft Cover) – Basic A classic 4-hole Japanese binding tutorial by Grace Bonney @ Design Sponge. A good little tutorial of the basic stab binding technique with many photographs documenting the whole process. No special equipment needed. View Tutorial on Design Sponge Tutorial Contents Intro Tools Materials Stitching Patterns & Techniques Additional Resources #2 Hardcover, Hinged Japanese Stab Binding Tutorial, Great Photos – Intermediate Big thanks to Caroline @ Coloresque for putting together this great tutorial on a hinged Japanese stab binding with stiff cover boards, in this case, made with cardboard. Detailed photographs document the entire process. View Tutorial on Coloresque Tutorial Contents Equipment list Cutting the boards to size Decorating the boards Covering the insides of the boards Cutting the paper to size Punching the holes Sewing You’re Finished! #3 Advanced Japanese Stab Bound Journal by Kris @ howdidyoumakethis.com Kris Degraeve has put together a fantastic hinged Japanese Style Stab Bound book tutorial on howdidyoumakethis.com. Using boards, decorative covering paper, clamps and a drill to make beautiful books suitable for any size. Perhaps one of the most comprehensive Japanese Stab Binding tutorials on the internet. Great stuff! View tutorial on How Do You Make This Tutorial Contents Supplies and Equipment Cutting the board and cover papers Cutting and fraying hinge material (optional) Pasting board to cover material Folding cover material over edges and corners Gluing endsheets Cutting down your book block Clamping and Drilling the book stack Stitching together and tying off (take a break) Watch Our Video Playlist Don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel to get access to HD videos of hundreds of Book Binding tutorials and reviews! #4 Soft Cover Japanese Stab Binding (Pic-tutorial) – beginner A very basic, but excellently documented, Japanese Stab Binding tutorial. Suitable for the beginners out there. This is a soft cover tutorial with a traditional binding (one that you’ll see all over Japan). Has a great intro on how to identify paper grain in your paper before starting. View tutorial on Crafts @ Tuts Plus #5 Portrait Party Booklet Sewing Demonstration: Japanese Stab Binding – beginner An interesting video tutorial on how to make a Japanese stab bound book from start to finish. The accompanying write up also provides some good information about the usage and suitability of the stab bound book over other binding methods. Watch tutorial and read notes on http://rozwoundup.typepad.com/ Get the Equipment You Need to do the Job Properly! (Click image for more product details) Xacto Knife Set Silk Thread Curved Needles Leather Punch See More Related Materials & Equipment #6 Japanese Stab Binding Designs (Props to Becca a very good resource) If you’re looking to spice up your stitching designs then look no further. On her site, Becca, has put together the most comprehensive collection of different stitching designs with accompanying hole patterns, sewing patterns and written instructions. Probably around 50 stitching patterns to date. View stitching designs on Becca Making Faces #7 Hemp Leaf (Japanese Stab Binding – Asa-No-Ha Toji) Design Stitching Guide An interesting online hemp leaf binding spacing calculator and instructional diagram. Great for beginners and advanced bookbinders alike. View Stab Tutorial here on Amphian.com #8 Tortoise Shell Stitching Pattern for Japanese Stab Binding – Beginner A very basic Japanese stab binding tutorial with links to a couple of other tutorials. Suitable for beginners. View tutorial on lbforgues.blogspot.co.uk here #9 Hard Backed, Hinged Japanese Stab Binding (PDF) – Intermediate A great printable PDF document of how to make a hinged Japanese stab bound book by Bley Hack. View Tutorial on Vintage Indie #10 Simple Stab Stitching Tutorial – Basic Another very basic Japanese stab bound bookbinding tutorial suitable for beginners. View tutorial on Louche Lab #11 Japanese Stab Bound Sandwich – For the Hungry What about a stab-bound sandwich? Well, if you thought you’d seen it all on the internet, you’re wrong… a tasty tutorial! View Tutorial at West Dean Conservation #12 Japanese Stab Binding Tutorials and Stitching Diagrams on Pinterest If you’re in need of some inspiration for your stab binding projects then you might want to check out the ‘pins’ on Pinterest! A hand picked collection of some unique, weird, wacky and beautiful looking books. Some are simply photographs, others are links to other Japanese stab binding tutorials. You can also find our own Pinterest! channel here. View more Tutorials and Photos on Pinterest! #13 – 4 Japanese Stab Binding Videos on Vimeo – Intermediate A number of Japanese stab binding videos which you can’t find on YouTube. A good introduction to the following common stitching patterns: Japanese Stab Binding 4-hole Japanese Stab Binding Heapleaf Japanese Stab Binding Noble Stitch Japanese Stab Binding Tortoise Stitch …& how to tie off View Japanese Stab Binding Videos on Rose Newton’s Site Here. #14 Japanese Stab Binding – Printable PDF instructions The writers at Lineco have done a fantastic job at creating a printable Japanese stab bound brochure. Hand-drawn diagrams and clear explanations makes this a perfect hand-out at the end of any bookbinding classes. Download PDF from Lineco HERE #15 Quick and Messy Japanese Stab Binding (PDF) The last resource in our list of best stab binding tutorials. This is a ‘Quick and Messy guide to Japanese Stab Binding’, great for all those looking for all instructions on one page. View PDF from Melissa Esplin HERE Additional Resources The Theory of Japanese Stab Binding by Becca Making Faces Traditional Chinese Bookbinding Japanese Stab Binding PDF (2 page printout) Japanese Side Stitch Japanese Stab Binding on Making Mini Scrapbooks Japanese Stab Binding (Book Scan) Further reading Japanese binding is one of many methods of non-adhesive binding. Keith A. Smith is an author well-known for his non-adhesive bindings tutorials. We would highly recommend that you have at least one of his books in your collection: Keith A. Smith, Non-Adhesive Binding, Vol. 1: Books without Paste or Glue Keith A. Smith, Non-Adhesive Binding, Vol. 2: 1- 2- & 3-Section Sewings Keith A. Smith, Non Adhesive Binding, Vol. 3: Exposed Spine Sewings Keith A. Smith, Non-Adhesive Binding, Vol. 4: Smith’s Sewing Single Sheets Keith A. Smith, Books without Paste or Glue Please Support us on Patreon! The minimum level of contribution is only $1 per month. 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