I am in the process of purchasing a legacy book binding business in my area. The owner has a bunch of equipment that is old, but all operational and in good condition. I’m wondering how I go about verifying its market value? The people who are helping to finance this adventure would like me to do a more in-depth evaluation of all of the equipment, rather than just based on what he claims it is worth. Any direction, contacts, or resources would be greatly appreciated.

I’ve spent many years looking for a small, pocket-sized version of a novel very beloved to me and finally found one that I thought fit the criteria.

It’s in a lovely leather zipped case but when I took it out of this case the binding looked like this. Will it stand the test of time or will the pages start to fall out soon? I plan to read it quite frequently so a bit worried. Perhaps I could get the binding redone?

Alguien preparo un pequeño libro en forma de corazón? Me intrigaba ver cómo quedaría. Corté a mano las hojas. Y me aventuré a realizarlo. Que opinan?

I ordered 5mm T-specar for my hinges, but I don’t have any other material available. Will it work?

I have this lovely 1920s (I think) copy of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. I bought it with the intention of restoring it.

I’ve decided it needs re-sewing as the sewing is quite loose. I’m just looking for some input on what type of stitching was used here. To me, some on the stitching looks coptic (like the one on the left) but I can’t work out how the rest of the stitching was done (like the one on the right). These two rows of stitching are in the centre of the spine for reference.

Could I just coptic stitch the whole thing back together?

Thanks!

I don't know if i should use pva glue or use an iron to heat up the old glue to reactivate it and glue it back that way, which would be better?

Hello, long time lurker here, love all of the work everyone here does! I want to have this journal customized for a friend's birthday with a few words on the front and then maybe their name on the back. The cover is suede with a leather belt. My original thought was to have the words embossed on the belt but I am open to it being on the suede if that is easier/makes more sense. Would love any suggestions as to the process or if this is even doable lol. I am fully a noob and have never done anything like this before.
Also, not sure if this is allowed, but I would be open to paying for someone's services to do this.

Thanks and have a great day!

Winter of the White Wolf, by KleCrone

Part of my MARVEL Trumps Hate contribution, I donated a fanfic bind slot for authors, and KleCrone asked me to bind specific chapters into vol 4 and 5 for them :)

The chapter headers are inspired by Bucky's metal arm, with the pattern being splintered to reflect Bucky's memories in the chapters

The cover designs are also another take on Bucky's metal arm, all cut out by hand. I went with green and blue for a more earthly tone due to parts of the story being set in Wakanda