Bookbinding 4: Clamshell enclosure
Although I am teaching myself how to make the clamshell enclosure (Figures 1–2), the power-to-weight ratio of time versus cost must also be considered. As such, I am sourcing professional bookbinders to order a completed unit. Onward and upward.
Figure 1. Uncovered clamshell enclosure (right-side base).
Figure 2. Checking prints fit in clamshell enclosure.
Keywords
Bookbinding, Clamshell
Bibliography
Schneider, Darryn A. 2020. “Making a Clamshell Enclosure for Rare, Valuable or Fragile Books Part 1 // Adventures in Bookbinding”. DAS Bookbinding. April 18, 2020. YouTube video, 29:25. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a5sa0KXJf3Y.
Schneider, Darryn A. 2020. “Making a Clamshell Enclosure for Rare, Valuable or Fragile Books Part 2 // Adventures in Bookbinding”. DAS Bookbinding. April 25, 2020. YouTube video, 25:19. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Tc6CFXq-_k.