Make a notebook with only 3 holes (pamphlet stitch)

Learn how to make an easy pamphlet stitch notebook with only 3 holes in this beginner-friendly bookbinding tutorial. In this DIY notebook making video, I’ll show you how to create a simple handmade notebook step by step using basic tools only — no glue, no guillotine cutter, and no expensive equipment. We’ll fold the pages, punch the holes, sew a classic pamphlet stitch / saddle stitch binding, trim the edges by hand, round the corners, and press the finished notebook. This papercraft tutorial is perfect for beginners, handmade journal lovers, even kids, and anyone interested in simple bookbinding and paper crafts. Board & paper grain: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l0eZi4e2gIY&list=ULxiVu34rtURk DIY wooden book press: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=axlErJWbdjU&list=ULxiVu34rtURk DIY brick book press: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LM14I-K1Rig&list=ULxiVu34rtURk -------------------- Please let me know how I can improve the video quality or leave a comment on what you would love to see from my channel and little bookmaking studio. 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 00:08 welcome & what you'll learn (making pamphlet stitch notebook) 01:37 tools and materials 02:18 folding the pages and the cover 04:15 assembling the notebook 05:00 punching the holes 06:25 sewing the notebook 09:46 trimming the notebook by hand 11:59 rounding the corners 12:48 pressing the notebook 13:07 final flip-through & 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 #pamphletstitch #handmadejournal #papercraft #diynotebook #howtomakeanotebook #howtobindabook