Tuesday, March 27, 2012

Books I adore


Few months back I had the opportunity to widen my craftscope and took up new challenge by attending bookbinding workshop organised by Little Syam. Yes, I do know the basic of bookbindings, as I've done them before (even posted some on the blog). However, I do believe that even with the easily-found tutorials online, you still need a real teacher to teach you things that youtube can't. I've learned a lot from Kak Syam - the techniques, the little tips you might miss, the types of paper/ glue/ tools etc. I would totally encourage those of you who are interested in bookbinding to join her class, as you'd get pretty much more than what you're expecting. At least I know I did.


This was one of the first few books I've made after attending the class (and I've continued making 12 others in a span of 1 month, for practice LOL). I use scrapbook paper as the base and brown recycle paper for the book signatures.


It doesn't even look like my style (which I think is more grungy and 'quilly' haha), but I've enjoyed experimenting anyway. Sometimes you just need to delve into something that is out of your comfort zone, to improve yourself.

3 comments:

  1. Dear Myyah, I came across your blog and I am thrilled with the work. I am a relative beginner (since November 2011) and learn from more experienced and better Quillers. You have so many wonderful and different styles that I'm a long time examining your posts. Your ideas are excellent and the works are indescribable. I wish you continued good luck and a lot of new ideas. Big hug from Croatia.

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  2. I love bookbinding craft and would love to learn. Also prefer to have the support of a teacher who unfortunately have not found in minh city.
    Very beautiful work, loved the seams!

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  3. Miyyah..cantik & kemas je..
    betul tu..kena berguru baru ilmu tu sampai..
    nk kena berguru ngan sifu gak nih..

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