10 beginner bookbinding mistakes

If your books keep coming out warped, wrinkled, or just a bit “off,” you’re not alone - I made all of these mistakes when I started. In this video, I’m walking you through 10 beginner bookbinding mistakes I wish I had known earlier, and how to fix them with simple, practical changes. We’ll cover things like paper grain direction, why your covers warp, how to avoid wrinkled pages, trimming corners cleanly, choosing the right material for hinges, waxing thread etc. You don’t need expensive tools or weird hacks - just a few key adjustments that will instantly improve your results. If you’re new to bookbinding and want your books to actually look and feel good, this will save you a lot of frustration. -------------------- Everything about paper grain: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l0eZi4e2gIY&list=ULxiVu34rtURk How to make your own book cloth: www.youtube.com/watch?v=HW3qCZxCOS0 Watch my bookbinding essentials playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RPx1fSPKY6k&list=PL_mNX1eQb4y4VxwffnAR7xiVu34rtURk- -------------------- Find some of the products that I use for bookbinding & paper crafts here: https://amzn.to/3NewXdA - This is an Amazon affiliate link. If you buy through this links, I earn a little commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you! -------------------- Connect with me here: Blog (DIY and travel, in German): https://missredfox.de Shop (handmade notebooks, stationery & paper gifts): https://missredfox.etsy.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_missredfox_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/missredfox Pinterest: https://pinterest.de/missredfox -------------------- Chapters: 0:00 intro 00:00:13 welcome & what you'll learn (about bookbinding mistakes) 00:00:49 mistake 1: paper grain 00:01:56 mistake 2: warping covers 00:05:57 mistake 3: wrinkled pages 00:07:21 mistake 4: trimming corners 00:09:42 mistake 5: hinges 00:10:11 mistake 6: thread 00:11:13 mistake 7: thread tension & direction of sewing 00:12:37 mistake 8: glue brush 00:13:06 mistake 9: tools 00:13:38 mistake 10: nail polish 00:14:20 topic of my next video: trimming corners & making a jig 00:14:36 thank you / outro -------------------- About this channel: Welcome to missredfox Paper Art, a channel dedicated to bookbinding for beginners, DIY notebook making, and creative paper crafts. Here you’ll find step-by-step bookbinding tutorials including Japanese stab binding, coptic binding, and easy bookbinding techniques you can do at home. Learn how to start bookbinding, discover the best bookbinding tools and materials, and follow beginner-friendly guides to create your own handmade notebooks, journals, and sketchbooks. I also share DIY stationery ideas, aesthetic paper crafts like origami and papercuts, and easy paper craft tutorials for beginners. From handmade notebooks and journals to creative paper projects, each video is designed to be simple, practical, and accessible - even if you have no experience. If you’re interested in bookbinding at home, paper crafts for beginners, and aesthetic DIY projects, this channel will help you learn new skills and create beautiful, handmade pieces. Do you love cozy, aesthetic, and hands-on creativity? Then this channel will help you slow down and enjoy the process of making something by hand. ✨ Subscribe and start your journey into paper art with my bookbinding tutorials, DIY notebook ideas, journal making, and paper craft inspiration - no experience needed! -------------------- Music: "This little happy royalty free music is all about having some fun!" by frequentlyaskedmusic (Luca Tomassini), licence from depositphotos by vistaprint, file ID 412257164 #missredfoxpaperart #bookbinding #beginnerbookbinding #bookbindingforbeginners #diybookbinding #papercrafts #howtomakeanotebook #howtobindabook