Book Binding Using Thread

The most common thread that new bookbinders start with is.
Book binding using thread. Make sure you don t tie a knot on the sewing thread. The knot should be on the side of the paper that faces up not the edge. Thread your needle piercing the thread 1cm from the end and pulling tight instead of tying a knot.
Books by hand beeswax view on amazon. Kingso 284 yards leather sewing waxed thread diy craft beige view on amazon or just purchase beeswax and wax your thread on demand. Traditionally unbleached linen thread is the preferred material for bookbinding but unbleached long staple cotton will do almost as well.
Books by hand linen thread 50 yards view on amazon you can go for the waxed version to save some time. Bring your thread around and tie a knot in the thread against itself. Put your binding needle and thread through the first hole on the bottom page.