Stab bookbinding

Stab binding is an ancient method of book binding.  It is often referred to as Japanese Stab Binding, though variations of this method are practiced in China and Korea.  Basic 4 hole stab binding is a simple and economic way to bind many pages of paper together.  You can also use complex stitching patterns and special papers to create beautiful books.

I decided to use this method to bind smallish paper scraps left over from other projects.  I also experimented with using some Vintage postcards as covers.  I used the Japanese Tortoise shell and Hemp leaf stab binding patterns.