Binding & Case Binding

Binding

Multi Section Bind

The decision to use a multi section bind for the content of the publication is informed by the structure of the content itself. As the book is divided into 5 sections for each vowel, the book will be printed as 5 separate chapters, similar to the example on the left. The sections will then be stitched together using the technique shown. Considerations include keeping the stitching tight to keep the structure of the book.

Case Binding

The decision to add a hard back cover to the book is informed by the idea that the book will need to be durable and tough to withstand being carried around my tourists in Japan. The hardback cover will give this durability as well as making it slightly water resistant incase it gets rained on or spillage. 

The first experiment was to find out whether it was possible to use the chosen front cover stock instead of buckram to produce the hardback cover. 

This worked well, however the finish was not as perfect as intended. Reasons for this include that there were bubbles of air left underneath the stock. The other disadvantage is that the stock will have the final front cover design in it, and it would be very risky to glue it straight onto the mounting board as it would be difficult to line up and make fit.

Other imperfections were found on the corners and edges. The stock creased easily and so the edges were not as smooth as the buckram.

The second option is to use buckram for the hard back cover and then produce a paper cover that fits over the top with the design on it. This worked a lot better as the buckram allowed for a more professional finish and using the stock as a cover means it will be easier to line up and get the dimensions correct.

What is also successful with this mock up is the vibrant red that is exposed on this inside when the book is opened. I will be using this to full affect in my own design, possibly introducing a typically Japanese pattern onto it.