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Archivists, S. o. M. (1984). 'The Effects of Environment on Paper.'CBBAG Newsletter
2(1): 19-24
The authors describe the environmental conditions that can be harmful
to paper. They suggest remedies to keep archival material safe from environmental degradation.
Archivists, S. o. M. (1984). 'Methods of Dry Cleaning Paper.'CBBAG Newsletter
2(2): 11-17
The Society of Mississippi Archivists outline methods for dry cleaning
paper articles indicating which methods will produce the best results with the least damage,
Muma, R. (1984). 'Conserving the Leather Spines of Old Books.'CBBAG Newsletter
2(2): 3-9
Robert Muma describes a procedure for gently removing old leather
spines on a tight back by coating the old spine with PVA for removal and then removing
the PVA from the surface.
Ziem, G. (1984). 'Silk Screen Printing and Heart Attack.' CBBAG Newsletter 2(2):
9-1
Dr. Ziem describes a patient who suffered a heart attack immediately
after using toluene to clean a silk screen and comments on the seriousness of toluene's
effect on the heart. She suggests mineral spirits as a suitable low toxicity cleaner.
Archivists, S. o. M. (1985). 'Cleaning & Preserving Leather Bindings.' CBBAG Newsletter
3(1):22-27
The authors outline methods for cleaning and restoring vellum, alum
tawed and leather bindings if they are in good condition.
Eldridge, B., S. Smith, et al. (1985). 'Don Etherington's Board Preparation.' CBBAG
Newsletter3(1): 16-19.
A report on a workshop on sanding boards, paring leather and preparing
turn-ins. Diagrams support each of the procedures.
Taylor, D. (1985). 'Modifying a Spokeshave for Paring Leather.' CBBAG Newsletter
3(1): 20-21
Don Taylor outlines a procedure for modifying a spokeshave for paring
leather. Both the blade and the blade holder need to be adjusted to accommodate a 10 degree
angle for the blade.
Archivists, S. o. M. (1985). 'Pictures that Last: Archival g Processing Techniques for
Black and White Materials. CBBAG Newsletter 3(2): 7-9
Processes are outlined to assist in the archival preservation of
black and white photos.
Cote, J.-L. (1985). 'The Simple Press.' CBBAG Newsletter 3(2): 4-6
Jean-Luc Cote outlines the procedure for making a Horton press with
diagonal brass edges for rounding and backing text blocks and with offset metal-edges.
Toller, S. R. (1985). 'A Homemadeater.' CBBAG Newsletter 3(2): 11-12
S. R. Toller describes the construction of a heater for finishing
tools made from an old electric frying pan. The simple, but elegant design, has a built-in
thermostat.
Cote, J.-L. (1986). 'A Sewing Frame - Making your own Equipment and Tools.' CBBAG Newsletter
4(1): 14-15
Jean-Luc Cote outlines a method of making your own sewing frame.
A series of diagrams is provided to assist the construction.
Miller, R. (1986). 'Distributing Type.' CBBAG Newsletter 4(1): 16-19
Richard Miller leads us through the mysteries of distributing type
safely and accurately back to their cases. He demystifies a number of terms.
Smith, A. (1986). 'Some Notes & Elementary Procedures for Marbling Paper.' CBBAG
Newsletter 4(1): 26-29
Adam Smith outlines some of the procedures in marbling: preparing
the size, aluming, applying colour and laying down the sheet on the bath.
Taylor, D. (1986). 'John Holmes on Repair of a Leather Binding Using New & Old Materials.'
CBBAG Newsletter 4(1): 9
Don Taylor reports on a workshop placing a new leather spine, dyed
to match, under the original damaged leather layer.
Willmot, J. (1986). 'Richard Horton Archival Album Mat-Leaf.' CBBAG Newsletter 4(1):
30-31
Richard Horton outlines a method for producing an album with embedded
photographs and integral mats.
Cote, L. G. (1986). 'Dai Juko Cho' The Notebook of Great Happiness.' CBBAG Newsletter
4(2):18-19
Louise Genest Cote provides a well-illustrated account of a Japanese
binding technique. V. 4, #3, pp 22-24 contains a correction of the name of the binding
style to Dai Fuku Cho. Both articles have clear illustrations sufficient to make
books of this type.
Fisher, P. (1986). 'A ...Procedure for Photographing Artwork.' CBBAG Newsletter 4(2):
32-33
Peter Fisher outlines a simple, efficient, and cost-effective procedure
for photographing your art work using the out-of-doors and a repeatable procedure.
Kyle, H. (1986). 'The Origami Book.' CBBAG Newsletter 4(2): 21
Hedi Kyle provides a brief description accomp-anied with illustrative
diagrams of the making of an oragami book. There is sufficient information to make the
book.
Smith, A. (1986). 'Papermaking.' CBBAG Newsletter 4(2): 9-16
Adam Smith outlines the chemisty affecting the cohesion of paper.
While this is a technical article the concepts are delivered in a concise and clear style.
Smith, A. (1986). 'Some Notes from Katherine Clark's Workshop.'CBBAG Newsletter
4(2): 16-17
Adam Smith produces his point-form notes on a technical workshop
on papermaking.
Cote, J.-L. (1986). 'Making Your Own Standing Press.' CBBAG Newsletter 4(3): 17-19.
Jean-Luc Cote diagrams a method for making your own standing or
nipping press.
Miller, R. (1986). 'Setting Type for Proofing.' CBBAG Newsletter 4(3): 3-8
Richard Miller describes proofing ais a way of determining if any
of your a newly acquired typeface is damaged and allowing you to see the typeface in action.
Gerlach, K. (1987). 'Binding a Book in Parchment or Vellum.' CBBAG Newsletter
5(1): 3-8
Kathryn Gerlach outlines a method to make full parchment covers
for a book. There is sufficient information plus diagrams to make this book.
editor (1987). 'The Manufacture of Gold Leaf.' CBBAG Newsletter 5(3): 5-6.
The editor outlines gold leaf production.
Rosenberg, B. (1987). 'Sally Lou Smith's Advanced Forwarding Workshop.' CBBAG Newsletter
5(3): 3-5
Barbara Rosenberg describes the full leather binding forwarding
techniques of Sally Lou Smith.
Greenfield, J. & J. Hille (1988). 'French Double Headband.' CBBAG Newsletter6
(2): 9-12
The authors outline a method 6for making a double headband similar,
but different, to the method outlined in 'Headbands, How to Work Them'. The descriptions
are sufficient (plus diagrams) to make the headband.
Smith, F. (1988). 'The Runic Alphabet.' CBBAG Newsletter 6(2): 24-25
Franklyn Smith describes the history of the runic alphabet from
its development to its replacement.
Kinross, R. (1988). 'What is a Typeface?' CBBAG Newsletter 6(4): 3-12
Robin Kinross offers an introduction to types. In his article analogies
are used, terms are described and origins and problems of faces discussed. An interesting
article on the history of typefaces and their uses.
McCann, M. (1988). 'Flammable/Combustible Liquids - Safety Checklist.' CBBAG Newsletter
6(4): 24-25
Michael McCann provides a checklist of precautions in storing, transferring,
and disposing of flammable and combustible liquids. He also asks questions about the safety
precautions in your workshop.
Turnell, K. (1988). 'The Endpaper Story: Part 1 (of 3).' CBBAG Newsletter 6(4):
13-15
Keith Turnell introduces the terminology, functions and construction of endpapers in this
introductory article. He goes on to outline the ways of attaching endpapers and comments on best
practices.
editor (1989). 'International Paper Sizes: A Series.' CBBAG Newsletter 7(1): 14-15
The editor demystifies paper sizes with a brief article.
Lera, D. (1989). 'Work in Progress 1 - Repair and Restoration.' CBBAG Newsletter
7(1): 14-15
Daphne Lera starts a series of five articles on specific techniques and problems. This first article
starts with repairing paperbacks that have fallen apart at the spine.
Smith, S., & B. Rosenberg (1989). 'GBW Standards Seminar.'CBBAG Newsletter 7(1):
3-9
Four different techniques are explained with diagrams: Japanese side-sewn bindings, techniques of
Western through-the-fold sewing, the use of letterforms in bookbinding design, and gouge-less
French onlays.
Turnell, K. (1989). 'The Endpaper Story: Part 2.' CBBAG Newsletter 7(1): 20-21
The second part of Keith Turnell's description of endpaper installation. A short written section
followed by 10 careful diagrams.
Lera, D. (1989). 'Work in Progress 2 - Backing.'CBBAG Newsletter 7(2): 22
Daphne Lera outlines the processes of rounding and backing.
Turnell, K. (1989). 'The Endpaper Story: Part 3.'CBBAG Newsletter 7(2): 7-9
Keith Turnell completes a three part series on endpapers. This article explores 'made' endpapers
with more complicated structures than in previous articles. Diagrams accompany the text.
Lera, D. (1989). 'Work in Progress 3 - Making the Case and Casing In.' CBBAG Newsletter
7(3): 26-27
Daphne Lera outlines the making of a case for a finished book block.
G*., J. (1989). 'Confessions of a Marbling Addict.' CBBAG Newsletter 7(4): 13-15
James G, the newest member of Marblers Anonymous, describes his encounter with Adam Smith's
marbling workshop and his subsequent spiral into the depths of marbling addiction.
Lera, D. (1989). 'Work in Progress 4 - Labels.'CBBAG Newsletter 7(4): 23-24.
Daphne Lera outlines methods for preparing leather labels for a spine: tooling in place and gold
tooling prior to attachment.
Lock, M. (1989). 'Linda Sutherland's Exhibition Stands.'CBBAG Newsletter 7(4):
16-18
Margaret Lock describes and illustrates the talk given by Linda Sutherland on exhibition textblock
supports.
Patterson, D. (1989). 'Bookish Travels: of Libraries and Librarians.'CBBAG Newsletter
7(4): 3-6
Diana Patterson, recounts an engaging story about the marbled pages inserted into copies of
Tristram Shandy, a serial adventure story that was a great hit in the 1760's. The sheet was designed to
discourage forgery in an era where there was no copyright and lots of counterfeit publishing going on.
Willmott, J. (1989). 'Alternative Book Structures II - a report on Hedi Kyle's
May 28-29 CBBAG Workshop in Toronto.'CBBAG Newsletter 7(4): 6-12
Jill Willmott describes the construction of six books made in a Hedi Kyle workshop: a concertina
book, a four-needle sewn book, the WAG book (a strapped book), a tacketed book, a four-piece slot
book, and a strip-hinge book. With precise descriptions and a number of fine diagrams there is
sufficient information to make these books.
Beck, F. A. (1990). 'The Ancient Book: Part 1.'CBBAG Newsletter 8(1): 3-6
F. A. Beck's two-part series traces the origins of books and reading from Mesopotamia through
Egypt, Crete, Mycenia and Greece to Rome. The article highlights literacy, libraries, use of books,
and the book trade.
Lant, D. J. (1990). 'Setting and Getting Your Fee - a review of 'How To Set Your Fees and Get Them': by Kate Kelly.'CBBAG Newsletter 8(1): 17-18
Jeffery Lant highlights steps involved in fee setting and some of the traps free-lancers need to be
aware of.
Beck, F.A. 'The Ancient Book: Part 1' CBBAG Newsletter 8(2): 3-9
F. A. Beck completes his two-part series on the ancient book with developments from clay tablets
through papyrus to vellum, papyrus making, embellishments to the roll for readability, artistic design,
and safe storage. He speaks briefy of the codex. The codex is handled more completely by Ronald
Dunlop in the next issue - The Book, 400-1500. (V. 8 , #3)
editor (1990). 'Carpel Tunnel Syndrome.'CBBAG Newsletter 8(2): 17
Pertinent information from an article in 'Arts Hazard News' on carpel tunnel syndrome, a repetitive
strain injury to the wrist.
Lera, D. (1990). 'Work in Progress 5 - The Spokeshave.'CBBAG Newsletter 8(2): 35 &17
Daphne Lera outlines the technique for paring leather with a spokeshave and for keeping the blade
sharp.
Dunlop, R. (1990). 'The Book: 400-1500: Part 1 The Medieval Book.'CBBAG Newsletter 8(3): 3-14
Ronald Dunlop outlines the history of the book from 400-1500 touching on rolls and codices,
manuscript illumination, binding styles, the role of the monasteries, the development of secular
printing, and the influence of moveable type.
Corrigan, S.V. (1990). 'Chris Clarkson's 'The Safe Handling and Display of Rare Books' CBBAG Newsletter 8(4): 16-18
Susan Corrigan reports on a Chris Clarkson lecture on using his design of cradles for displaying rare
books and protecting a variety of book structures.
Smith, W. (1990). 'The Ferguson Slipcase.' CBBAG Newsletter 8(4): 11-12
Wendy Smith describes the slipcase designed by the National Library of Australia to provide an
inexpensive and quickly made box for library conservation.
Dunlop, R. (1991). 'The Book: 1500-1830 - Part 2: a short account of significant changes.' CBBAG Newsletter 8(4): 3-8
An informative article by Ronald Dunlop outlining the relationship between the volume of book
production and the methods of binding.
Corrigan, S.V. (1991). 'Dancing Inks -Eileen Cannings' CBBAG Workshop.' CBBAG Newsletter 9(1): 5-6
Susan Corrigan reports on a three-day advanced marbling workshop.
Doslov, N. (1991). 'Corners: Their Types and Applications.' CBBAG Newsletter 9(1): 32-3
Nick Doslov diagrams eight types of corners with a set of drawings for their construction.
Rosenberg, B. (1991). ' French Onlay Technique and Gilding - GBW Standard's Seminar (from notes
by Tini Miura).' CBBAG Newsletter 9(1): 16-17 Barbara Barbara Rosenberg reports on the Tini Miura demonstration of French onlay technique, consisting
of blind & gold tooling, onlay and second gilding.
Rosenberg, B. (1991). 'Rebacking of Leather Bindings.' CBBAG Newsletter 9(1): 10-11
Barbara Rosenberg reports on James Brockman's leather rebacking technique incorporating linen
spine linings embedded in split boards. The report is precise and sufficient to complete this type of
repair.
Rosenberg, B. (1991). 'Vellum Binding Over A Split Board Construction: a report on a workshop with James Brockman.' CBBAG Newsletter 9(1): 7-9
James Brockman forwards with vellum over split boards in a workshop reported by Barbara
Rosenberg. Barbara's explanations are clear and precise with lots of caveats for potential problems.
The descriptions will allow you to complete the project.
Smith, S. (1991). 'German Bookbinding Techniques - GBW Standards Seminars.' CBBAG Newsletter 9(1): 12-14
Shelagh Smith reports on a workshop by Frank Mowery on the German technique for forwarding in
full leather. The report is quite detailed with diagrams and sufficient information to make this kind of
case.
Smith, S. (1991). 'Edge-to-Edge Doublures - GBW Standards Seminar.'CBBAG Newsletter 9(1):15-16
Shelagh Smith leads the reader through a demo given by Monique Lallier on leather and suede
doublures, with sufficient detail to makethe doublures.
Spencer, G. (1991). 'Books as Books or Books as Things.' CBBAG Newsletter 9(2): 3-6
Geoff Spencer fires a broadside at book artists in general and certain book artists in particular.
Summarizing his views: book artists are indifferently trained, see themselves as superior to
craftspersons, caught up with confections rather than real book design fitted to textual material, all
trompe l'oeil and no substance. Mr. Spencer writes as if he likes the classics, but not jazz.
Stock, B. (1991). 'Leather Treatment.' CBBAG Newsletter 9(2): 7-9
Beatrice Stock describes the steps in leather preservation: the order of treatment and the group of
treatment materials that she uses in her work. There are detailed notes on the chemical properties of
the materials and their expected effects.
Douglas, L. (1991). 'Creating Voids in Marbling.' CBBAG Newsletter 9(3): 10
Lorraine Douglas describes a series of techniques for creating voids in marbling to allow the
underlying paper to show in the finished design.
McDowell, W. T. (1991). 'A Canadian Bookbinder: from Bookbinding Trades Journal, 1914.'CBBAG Newsletter 9(3): 6-7
An account by Wm. McDowell of the work of Thomas Lynton, a binder in the Parliamentary
Library in Ottawa in the later part of the 19thand early 20th centuries.
Rempel-Mroz, T. (1991). 'The Book Snake.' CBBAG Newsletter 9(3): 16-17
Terry Rempel-Mroz describes the construction and useof a book snake, a cloth-covered flexible
weight to keep books open without straining the book structure.
Smith, P. (1991). 'Understanding the Differences.' CBBAG Newsletter 9(3): 13-16
Philip Smith uses several analogies to make the case that traditional bookbinders and book artists
can occupy the same planet. This is a reply to Geoff Spencer's article, 'Books as Books or Books as
Things' (V.9, #2)
Carson, A. (1991). 'Alphabetic Edge.' CBBAG Newsletter 9(4): 3-6
Anne Carson writes a lyrical account of the development of the Greek alphabet, characterized as a
phonetic system (constructing symbols from sound rather than pictures). She traces its development
and briefy about its application to writing media.Her theme throughout is the beauty of the letters, and
that writing was an emotional response to their world.
Barrios, P. (1992). 'A Structure for Storing Loose Newsletters.' CBBAG Newsletter 10(1): 33-34
Pam Barrios produces a structure which holds newsletters and magazines upright. The open-ended
file box can be made easily out of a single sheet of 20-point folder stock based on the pattern in the
article.
Desmarais, E. (1992). 'Conservation at the National Archives of Canada: First of two parts.' CBBAG Newsletter 10(1): 3-8
Ellen Desmarais outlines the general work structure of the National Archives, the department
breakdown into task groups with their responsibilities, the method by which treatment tasks and
conservation time is allocated and the results of the ongoing work.
Roberts, B. A. (1992). 'Letter to the Editor - concerning PVA and glue pots.' CBBAG Newsletter10(1): 34-35
Dr. Roberts leads us through his choices for PVA finding several that meet his needs and a Canadian
supplier - Syndey Stone. He also describes glue pot modifications he has made for PVA use.
Smith, S. (1992). 'Covering Hard Board Vellum: Notes from Sonnfriede Scholl's Demonstration.' CBBAG Newsletter 10(1): 9-12
Shelagh Smith describes, with diagrams, a vellum case with a bonnet, bradel attachment, hard board
vellum covers, yapp and strap.
Desmarais, E. (1992). 'Conservation at the National Archives of Canada: second of two parts.'
CBBAG Newsletter 10(2): 3-6
Ellen Desmarais describes decision-making at the National Archives of Canada, devising a
treatment plan determining the degree of restoration required with an emphasis on minimum
intervention.
Roberts, B. A. (1992). 'Herstellung der Einbanddecke - German case.' CBBAG Newsletter 10(2):
10-14
Dr. Roberts describes the procedure he uses for making a German-style case binding. The
directions are detailed and complete with photographs and diagrams sufficient to use this binding
style.
Anderson, T. (1992). 'A (New) Method of Sewing Single Sheets.' CBBAG Newsletter 10(3): 11-13
Tony Anderson provides a method for sewing single sheets and using reinforced endpapers that
produces a stable, strong text block ready for case binding,
Lester, M. (1992). 'Two Helpful Hints for Continuous Oversewing.' CBBAG Newsletter 10(3): 13
Michael Lester adds two tips to Anderson's continuous oversewing technique used for perfect
bindings.
Conroy, T. (1992). 'Exposed Structure.' CBBAG Newsletter 10(4): 30-31
Tom Conroy discusses the problems of integrity with both exposed structured books and the
people who make them taking particular aim at the work of Philip Smith. Philip Smith answers in the
next issue.
Lester, M. (1992). 'Binding Thin Books for Heavy Use.' CBBAG Newsletter 10(4): 9-11
Michael Lester describes a method for producing thin strong books that are going to be heavily
used. The description is adequate for the construction of the case.
Rosenberg, B. (1992). 'Millimetre Binding - a report on John Hyltoft's workshop.' CBBAG
Newsletter 10(4): 3-6
Barbara Rosenberg describes millimeter binding of a thin exhibition catalogue. Barbara's
instructions are thorough with sufficient information and drawings to make this binding style.
Braude, F. (1993). 'Adhesives - from the book of the same title.' CBBAG Newsletter 11(1): 6-7
An extract from Adhesives by Felix Braude catagorizes the various types of glues.
Brockman, J. (1993). 'The Great Glue/Paste Controversy Continued.' CBBAG Newsletter 11(1): 7
James Brockman experiments with wheat paste and edible gelatine for covering in. He finds the
gelatine far superior on spines and reversible without damage.
Smith, P. (1993). 'Imposed Stricture.' CBBAG Newsletter 11(1): 22-23
Philip Smith answers Tom Conroy's charges (V. 11 #1) about his visible binding structures and
explores some of the concepts about book hinging. An interesting and balanced response.
Farrelly, R. O. (1993). 'Adhesives - part one: basics.'[Ital]CBBAG Newsletter 11(2): 7-8
R. O. Farrelly outlines the basic chemistry of adhesives in the first of four parts.
Jacobi, N. (1993). 'Of the Great Fire.' CBBAG Newsletter 11(2): 14-15
Nancy Jacobi tells the story of the paper salvaged from the fire at the Japanese Paper Place,
Toronto, 1993. Betsy Eldridge's expert advice and CBBAG members assistance were very helpful in
saving through treatment water and smoke damaged paper.
Sloan, C. (1993). 'Letters -sewing single sheets and a note on the weaver's knot. CBBAG Newsletter 11(2): 10-11
Carl Stone describes a method of secure sewing of single sheets without damaging them ( see also
Tony Anderson in V. 10, #3) and describes a problem with the weaver's knot if it is not properly
executed.
Upshall, J. (1993). 'Type Terminology - a lexicon of common jargon.' CBBAG Newsletter 11(2): 8-9
Juta Upshall defines a number of terms used in printing.
Farrelly, R. O. (1993). 'Adhesives - part two: paste and glue.' CBBAG Newsletter 11(3): 6-7
R. O. Farrelly outlines the reasons for the adhesive properties of starch pastes, cellulose pastes and
animal glues in part two of a series on adhesives.
Russell, J. (1993). 'Avoiding Legal Problems - a short guide for craftspeople.' CBBAG Newsletter 11(3): 10-11
Jim Russell outlines the legal issues that affect the work of craftspeople. In simple language he
traces the Copy-right Act and Industrial Design Act to explain how copy-right law works. He
describes penalties for infringement and remedies under the Acts if rights have been violated,
intentionally or unintentionally.
Smith, S. (1993). 'Grant Applications - basic tips on their preparation.' CBBAG Newsletter 11(3): 11 &14
Shelagh Smith discusses some practical issues in pre-paring a grant application: accurate
description of the project, balanced budgets, and the importance of your curriculm vitae and good
slides etc.
Eadie, R. (1993). 'Simple Wrapper.' CBBAG Newsletter 11(4): 28
The first in a series of prompt sheets (annotated dia-grams) outlining the making of a simple book
wrapper.
Farrelly, R. O. (1993). 'Adhesives- part three: synthetics - general.' CBBAG Newsletter 11(4): 9-10
R. O. Farrelly speaks about the synthetic adhesives outlining four different ways synthetic
adhesives can achieve a coherent adhesive film between two surfaces.
Horton, W. B. (1993). 'A Simple Two-Piece Book Box.' CBBAG Newsletter 11(4): 24-5
Bill Horton outlines a two-piece book box. A series of diagrams accompanies the brief text with
sufficient information to construct the box.
Smith, S. (1993). 'So You Want to Run an Exhibition and Survive to Tell the Tale: a beginners how-to-do-it.' CBBAG Newsletter 11(4): 3-6
Shelagh Smith leads the reader through the forest of running exhibitions with the mastery of
someone who is very familiar with the terrain. This is an important, succinct guide for those who dare
to tred her path.
Corrigan, S.V. (1994). 'Fine Paper Binding': Monique Lallier' workshop.CBBAG Newsletter 12(1):
10-11
Susan Corrigan reports onan economical and attractive fine binding technique, in full paper or in
paper with leather spine and corners, describing the process with sufficient detail to make the books.
Douglas, A. (1994). 'Asian and Western Papermaking: ' CBBAG Newsletter 12(1): 12-13
Ann Douglas reports on a hands-on CBBAG work-shop with Timothy Barrett providing
instruction on Asian and Western papermaking. Ann's article also reviews the changes in the
processes over time.
Eadie, R (1994). 'Tackets. CBBAG Newsletter 12(1): 40
Ron Eadie diagrams tacketing in Part 2 of the series of prompt sheets on binding techniques.
Farrelly, R. O. (1994). 'Adhesives - Part 4: Synthetics - PVA.' CBBAG Newsletter 12(1): 31-32
R.O.Farrelly leads us gently through the chemistry of PVA suggesting that PVA might be more
useful to con-servation binders than we thought.
M'Closkey, K. (1994). 'Craft as Metaphor.' CBBAG Newsletter 12(1): 7-8
Kathy M'Closkey summarizes the perceptions of Art as being aesthetic, mental and decorative and
the perception of Craft as utilitarian, manual and functional. She suggests that it has been a bifurcation
in Western thought carried to an extreme and in need and process of a more balanced view.
Palmer, D. (1994). 'The Baby & the Bath Water: Is Letterpress Still Valid?' CBBAG Newsletter
12(1): 3-6
David Palmer explores the issues around letterpress printing preservation. What qualities does this
craft have that give credence to its continuing value? He answers some of the questions his article
raises.
Eldridge, B. P. (1994). 'Sewing Variations.' CBBAG Newsletter 12(2): 15-16
Betsy Eldridge outlines a variety of sewing patterns that can be applied to a textblock. The article is
a summary of her workshop on sewing variations during which she demonstrates sixty different
versions.
Fabian, N. (1994). 'A History of Type Design in Canada.' CBBAG Newsletter 12(2): 3-4
Nicholas Fabian outlines the history of Canadian type design beginning with James Evans and a
spelling book for Crees in 1841 and ending with his own current work.
Smith, S. (1994). 'Thread, Paper, Leather & Type: GBW Standards Seminar.' CBBAG Newsletter 12(2): 9-1.
Shelagh Smith outlines demons by Betsy Eldridge on sewing variations, Claire Maziarczyk on paste
paper production, Kevin Hayes on hot stampling press, and Sun Evrard on simplified binding
technique, all in detail with some diagrams.
Trask, K. (1994). 'CONTINUUM/unfolding: A story of Hands.' CBBAG Newsletter 12(2): 17-19
Karen Trask writes a lyrical account of her work with the concepts that hands can bring to three
dimensional work such as artist's book, boxes, lithographs, poetry, diptyches and scrolls. She
explores the relationship of artist and work, books as vessels of experience and the self as a container.
Wilson, D. M. (1994). 'Cobden-Sanderson's Book-bindings: A preliminary evaluation of their
Aesthetic Characteristics and their Influence - Part 1.' CBBAG Newsletter 12(2): 5-8
Morgan Wilson begins a two-part series on Thomas James Cobden-Sanderson, a member of the
Arts and Crafts Movement. His life is chronicled in Part 1 up to the time he started the Doves Bindery.
Brender, G. (1994). 'Letter to Minister of Canadian Heritage re Bill C-26.' CBBAG Newsletter 12(3): 8-9
Gerard Brender a Brandis makes the case for the book artist community with the National Library
legal deposit legislation (requiring that a producer of any edition greater than four copies must send a
copy to the National Library or face a heavy fine). He speaks logically and forcefully about the harsh
impact on the private press and producers of small editions.
Corrigan, S.V. (1994). 'Pop-ups: a workshop by Carol Barton.' CBBAG Newsletter 12(3): 26-29.
Susan Corrigan gives a description of Carol Barton's introduction to the engineering of pop-up
structures. There is sufficient information in the article to begin your own work on these interesting
structures.
Eadie, R. (1994). 'Long-Stitch Conservation Binding.' CBBAG Newesletter 12(3): 36
Eadie's prompt sheet diagrams a long-stitch binding
Fabian, N. (1994). 'Early Masters of Type Design.' CBBAG Newsletter 12(3): 20-21
Nicholas Fabian leads us through the early typefaces of the post-Guttenberg period from 1455 to
1550, the creators and their work.
Horne, A. (1994). 'Letters to Ottawa: responses to Bill c-26.' CBBAG Newsletter 12(3): 7-8
Alan Horne outlines the problems of Bill C-26 on Legal Deposit.
McNicol, J. (1994). 'Handy Hint: removing sticky tape.'CBBAG Newsletter 12(3): 30
June McNicol looks at methods for removing sticky tape from paper.
Walker, G. (1994). 'Free: Handmade Limited-Edition Books Bill C-26 and the Legal
Deposit.'CBBAG Newsletter 12(3): 6-7
George Walker even-handedly discusses the dilemma of Legal Deposit regulations and the book
artist, and suggests some solutions.
Wilson, D. M. (1994). 'Cobden-Sanderson's Bookbindings: A Preliminary Evaluation of their
Aesthetic Characteristics and their Influence: Part 2. CBBAG Newsletter 12(3): 11-16
The second part of a biography of T. J. Cobden-Sanderson by Morgan Wilson. The author explores
the elegant bindings produced at the Doves Bindery and the influences and innovation of Cobden-Sanderson. There is an extensive bibliography.
Corrigan, S.V. (1994). 'Japanese Paper Decorating with Richard Flavin.' CBBAG Newsletter 12(4): 8-10
Susan Corrigan reports on a weekend workshop with Richard Flavin where a group was taught
some of the techniques of decorating paper in the Japanese manner.
Eadie, R. (1994). 'Chain Stitch Conservation Binding.' CBBAG Newsletter 12(4): 32
Ron Eadie prompt sheet diagrams a chain stitch binding.
Fabian, N. (1994). 'Some Notes on Designing Type.' CBBAG Newsletter 12(4): 19-20
Nicholas Fabian speaks eloquently about the nature of type design and its artistic and practical
origins.
Miller, R. (1994). 'An Album Mat-Leaf.'CBBAG Newsletter 12(4): 26-27
Richard Miller explores an album structure developed by Richard Horton for storing a group of
block prints. Diagrams assist in the structure of the album as Mr. Miller modifies the album first
described in CBBAG Newsletter V.4,#1. He suggests several options for binding the sheets into an
album.
Eadie, R. (1994 (1991). 'The Ten Minute Slip-Case.' CBBAG Newsletter 12 (9)(2 (1)): 40 (35)
Ron Eadie's prompt sheet diagrams a quick slipcase.
Brandt, C. A. E. (1995). 'The Making of the Nuremberg Chronicle and Its Restoration 500 Years
Later.' CBBAG Newsletter 13(1): 3-7
Father Brandt offers his story of repair of a copy of the Nuremberg Chronicle. In the telling he
spends a good deal of time on the history and origin of the edition. Several novel techniques are
described in the repair and cleaning of the text.
Corrigan, S.V. (1995). 'Long and Link Stitch Bindings with Pamela Spitzmueller.' CBBAG Newsletter 13(1): 10-14
Susan Corrigan outlines the steps in producing non-adhesive bindings using long stitch and link
stitch methods with several variations of each.
Fabian, N. (1995). 'Digital Tools of Type Design.' CBBAG Newsletter 13(1): 14-15
Nicholas Fabian describes basic font-producing soft-ware packages, two for commercial printers
and two for the personal computer. He describes the origins, uses and features of each font-producing
system.
Johnson, A. W. (1995). 'Mull.' CBBAG Newsletter 13(2): 14
Arthur Johnson explores the role of mull, jaconette, archival cloth, fine linen and book cloth in
providing strengthening material for hinging. There is a brief history of the hinging of early books.
Wilcox, M. (1995). 'Merchant Navy Book of Remembrance: A Method for Binding Vellum Leaves.'
CBBAG Newsletter 13(2): 3-13
Michael Wilcox created a structure to manage vellum text sheets in exhibition. A semicircular
wooden spine piece and other structural modifications allow the book to open flat with the two facing
pages open at equal height regardless of their location in the book. The article is accompanied by
many excellent diagrams of the details of the binding.
Corrigan, S.V. (1995). 'Carol Barton's Tunnel and Carousel Books: a workshop report.' CBBAG
Newsletter 13(3): 30-34
Susan Corrigan reports on the making of tunnel and carousel books. There is sufficent information
and diagrams to make the structur.
Johnson, A. W. (1995). 'Three Endpapers for General Use.' CBBAG Newsletter 13(3): 24-26
Arthur Johnson discusses three different endpaper designs: common made endpapers, hidden-jointed endpapers and exposed-jointed endpapers. He outlines how each is used and discusses their
relative merits, emphasizing D.Cockerell's zig-zag endpaper.
Roberts, B. A. (1995). 'Large Photo Album.' CBBAG Newsletter 13(3): 14-15
Dr. Roberts suggest an album structure developed for large albums without visible heavy guards to
strengthen the leaves. Diagrams lead through the process.
Smith, F. (1995). 'The Elements of Typographic Style by Robert Bringhurst.' CBBAG Newsletter
13(3): 35
Franklyn Smith's brief review states that the book is a 'virtual encyclopedia of typographic lore'
that no one interested in typography should do without.
Johnson, A. W. (1995). 'Putting Down Endpapers.' CBBAG Newsletter 13(4): 19-21
Arthur Johnson outlines the methods for installing endpapers in case bindings, tight backs with
sunken and raised cords, library bindings and the French groove. He discusses types of adhesives and
the sequence of steps, installing, pressing, and trimming them to the book.
Johnson, A. W. (1996). 'Leather Jointed Endpapers and Doublures.' CBBAG Newsletter 14(1): 8-11
Arthur Johnson describes methods for attaching doublures and leather jointed endpapers to a book.
He provides a step-by step account for trimming and paring leather hinges, and putting down sewn
and unsewn leather joints.
Cavasin, R. (1996). 'Parchment vs Vellum: What's the Difference?' CBBAG Newsletter 14(2): 11-13
Rick Cavasin outlines the differences in usage of the terms parchment and vellum. He outlines the
technique for producing different types of parchment (vellum?).
Johnson, A. W. (1996). 'Paper: Part 1 - an introduction for bookbinders.' CBBAG Newsletter 14(2): 13-16
Arthur Johnson explains the types of paper and their methods of production, comments on their
appropriateness for bookbinding, and outlines a few instances where inappropriate materials have
damaged the work. Part2 CBBAG Newsletter14(3).
McLean, W. (1996). 'Bloom on Leather.' CBBAG Newsletter 14(2): 10-11
William McLean offers solutions to two identified types of bloom on leather, microbial and mineral.
He outlines the possible causes of problems and suggests a number of solutions to rectify them.
Hecautions readers about safe work practices with some of the materials.
Miller, R. (1996). 'A Brief History of the Roman Alphabet.' CBBAG Newsletter 14(2): 3-9
Richard Miller gives a succinct account of the evolution of the roman alphabet as a medium of
communication as it was developed for use with pen . He outlines the important first steps and the
final consol-idation of forms into the modern roman typefaces.
Patterson, D. (1996). 'Coffee Stains Tell a Tale.' CBBAG Newsletter 14(2): 23-24
A story about a Welsh manuscript written by Aneirin about 650 and transcribed to the only existing
edition in 1250. The 32 page book contains about 100 obituary poems of the Welsh soldiers who died
in the battle of Catraeth. Diana Patterson discovered a stain that extends through the second half of
the leaves, Coffee?
Gaylord, S. K. (1996). 'Bookmaking and Kids.' CBBAG Newsletter 14(3): 11-12
A binder demonstrates the value of working with school children in designing and making simple
books.
Johnson, A. W. (1996). 'Paper: Part 2 - an introduction for bookbinders.' CBBAG Newsletter 14(3): 26-28
Arthur Johnson focusses on handmade paper in Part 2. He examines the process of making
handmade paper, identifies some of the terms and equipment used and ends with a description of
paper sizes and weights.
Riley, D. 'Woodtalk.' CBBAG Newsletter 14(3): 3-8
Dominic Riley outlines the use of wooden boards with a historical perspective. He describes some
binding attachments of wooden boards to the textblock. He talks about the material used to cover the
boards and how some of the books were decorated.
Cavasin, R. (1996). 'Parchment Making.' CBBAG Newsletter 14(4): 24-27
Rick Cavasin outlines the process of making parch-ment using a 12th century recipe. He explains
each step in detail, providing a "how-to guide".
Horne, A. (1996). 'Fine Printing: The Private Press in Canada.' CBBAG Newsletter 14(4): 6-11
Alan Horne's talk given at the CBBAG Conference in 1996, lists and discusses Canadian private
presses from the 1930's to the present.
Roberts, B. A. (1996). 'Screws and Presses.' CBBAG Newsletter 14(1): 3-7
Dr. Roberts describes how he constructed a nipping press and a lying press economically.
Instructions are sufficient for do-it-yourself woodworkers.
Johnson, A. W. (1997). 'Leather.' CBBAG Newsletter 15(1): 11-17
Arthur Johnson describes many aspects and features of leather binding: types of leather, the tanning
process, quality of skins, colouring leather, paring and polishing leather books, storage of skins and
some simple embell-ishments to the final product.
Lallier, M. (1997). 'The History of Bookbinding in Quebec.' CBBAG Newsletter 15(1): 3-5
Review of the history of bookbinding in Quebec. Monique Lallier highlights the important
personages in the development of the craft from 1776 to the present.
Smith, S. (1997). 'Marbling: Fad or Passion: a talk for a CBBAG Conference.' CBBAG Newsletter 15(1): 6-10
Shelagh Smith offers insight into the history and future of marbling. She describes types of
marbling, Japanese (Suminagashi), Swedish (oil marbling), acrylic marbling and Turkish (ebru) which
uses watercolour. She sur-veyed existing marblers as to their type of work and income from the craft.
Snider, E. H. T. (1997). 'Cranberry Corner - first in a series about papermaking: raw materials and preparation.' CBBAG Newsletter 15(1): 32
Ted Snider introduces a series on papermaking. The first step is the reduction of the raw material to
the fibres to be used. This is done chemically and mechanically.
Snider, E. H. T. (1997). 'Cranberry Corner - second in a series about papermaking; western
papermaking, pulp, screening and the vat.' CBBAG Newsletter 15(2): 32
Ted Snider outlines the delivery of pulp and its subsequent preparation for papermaking.
Taylor, W. T. (1997). 'The Temper of the Present.' CBBAG Newsletter 15(2): 3-9
Mr. Taylor outlines the value of private presses in the history of printing. Until the turn of the
century (1900) they were the primary source of publication, but since then have foundered.
Struggling to find a way in which small presses now contribute to the larger stock of human endeavor
he feels that many poets got their start with private presses and continue to do so, but that letterpress
now spends its primary efforts on antiquarian writing and just 'doesn't matter any more'.
editor (1997). 'The Ascona Knot.' CCBAG Newsletter 15(3): 12-13
A description with diagrams of the ascona knot, a replacement for the kettle, (kettel) stitch.
Komendant, K. (1997). 'Parchment and Vellum Preparation.' CBBAG Newsletter 15(3): 6-11
Kristina Komendant outlines the steps in obtaining, preserving, fleshing, dehairing, stretching,
scraping and storing animal skins (deer and sheepskin) in preparation for their use as parchment or
vellum
Snider, E. H. T. (1997). 'Cranberry Corner - third in a series on papermaking: The Mould, the Deckle
and Watermarks.' CBBAG Newsletter 15(3): 24-25
Ted Snider describes the mould and deckle used to collect paper pulp from the vat to form the wet
paper. He explains the purpose and structure of a watermark and some of the terms used in this stage
in papermaking.
Hutchins, E. H. (1997). 'Guerrilla Bookmaking: Preserving your Community's Heritage.' CBBAG Newsletter 15(4): 3-8
Edward Hutchins outlines a methodology for 'guerilla bookmaking', preserving community
history by making simple books about their experiences. Using the library as a base, courses in simple
book-making can become a way of recounting and preserving local history. Simple techniques,
inexpensive materials and creative designs foster enthusiasm for the craft. A good bibliography
follows the article.
Snider, E. H. T. (1997). 'Cranberry Corner - fifth in a series about papermaking: forming the sheet
and paper uniformity.' CBBAG Newsletter 15(4): 21-23
Ted Snider describes the method by which the pulp is distributed uniformly in the mould.
Thomas, P. (1997). 'Point of View.' CBBAG Newsletter 15(4): 31-32
Peter Thomas compares the book to a musical score, to a painting and to a sculpture. He feels a
book can be an art form if it has aesthetic appeal, visual impact, quality craftsmanship and a worthy
text.
Jackson, N. R. (1997). 'Penmaking in Bivalve.' CBBAG Newsletter 15(4): 9-12
The author makes pens from the stalks of Phragmites communis, a common reed. She describes
how the pen is cut and shaped for best results, with beautiful accom-panying diagrams. She compares
the processes of quill pen and reed pen making in some detail and finishes with a brief comparison of
their value for calligraphy.
Bannister, T. (1998). 'Papermaking Dyes and Pigments - from Hand Papermaking Newsletter Jan
'98.' CBBAG Newsletter 16(1): 10-11
A brief description of the issues that must be considered when dying pulp for papermaking. The
author describes the various dyes that can be used for the purpose.
Rash, D. (1998). 'In Memoriam: Fritz Eberhardt, 1917-1997.' CBBAG Newsletter 16(1): 21-23
A biographical sketch of Fritz Eberhardt, a noted binder and teacher of bookbinding.
Smith, P. (1998). 'Some Thoughts on Book Production.' CBBAG Newsletter 16(1): 12-14
Philip Smith, the inventor of the Lap-Back book binding, offers his comments on current book
construction with emphasis on the short grain bindings made currently in Britian for cheap books. He
describes the effects such poor workmanship has on the durability and asthetics of the book.
Snider, E. H. T. (1998). 'Cranberry Corner - sixth in a series: Couching - transferring the wet sheet
onto the press felt.' CBBAG Newsletter 16(1): 34-35
Ted Snider outlines the transfer of pulp from the mould to the felt to begin the drying process.
Snider, E. H. T. (1998). 'Cranberry Mills Meets daVinci. ' CBBAG Newsletter 16(1): 8-10
Ted Snider outlines a project for the Folger Shakes-peare Library requiring a 90 lb., laid,
watermarked, smooth, internally sized, archival handmade paper, made from buffered cotton rag in
the required shade.
Betteridge, M. (1998). 'A Traditional Method of Edge Gilding.' CBBAG Newsletter 16(2): 6-7
A precise and concise step-by-step methodology for edge gilding. The article comes with a list of
equipment.
editor (1998). 'A Purse-Shaped Book.' CBBAG Newsletter 16(2): 27
A purse-shaped book with a concertina insert and a ribbon closure is detailed with diagrams.
Snider, E. H. T. (1998). 'Cranberry Corner - seventh in a series: Wet Pressing.' CBBAG Newsletter 16(2): 25-6
Ted Snider outlines the presswork required for a wet-press of freshly made paper. The process is
designed to remove the excess water from the paper and begin the process of consolidation before
drying.
Updike, D. B. (1998). 'Style in the Use of Type.' CBBAG Newsletter 16(2): 3-6
An essay on the use of simplicity, proportion and modest decoration to form the basis of good
typographic style with examples and reflections from the Italian, French, English, German and
colonial schools from the fifteenth century to the present.
Johnson, A. W. (1998). 'Sewing.' CBBAG Newsletter 16(3): 24-29
Arthur Johnson outlines the various methods of sewing, the equipment and materials required, the
cautions for a properly sewn product, the variety of sewing on cords and tapes and a manuscript
binding made by creating stubs to attach the manuscript leaves without encorporating them into the
binding structure.
Snider, E. H. T. (1998). 'Cranberry Corner - eighth in a series: Wet Sheet Handling.' CBBAG Newsletter 16(3): 30-31
A description of the methods of drying 'post', the sheets eased from the press after wet pressing.
Ted Snider outlines three methods of drying and the apparatus used in each technique.
Tribune, E. W. C. (1998). 'Book Fungus Can Get You High.' CBBAG Newsletter 16(4 (nb: listed as 3 on the cover)): 7-8
A brief article indicating that books can harbour fungi that may be hallucinogenic.
Snider, E. H. T. (1998). 'Cranberry Corner - ninth in a series: Surface Texture.' CBBAG Newsletter 16(4 (nb: listed as issue 3 on cover)): 6-7
Ted Snider discusses the grades of paper defined by their surface texture: rough, medium and
smooth. He describes how these effects are obtained in papermaking.
Landon, R. (1999). 'An Essay on Designer Bookbinding.' CBBAG Newsletter 17(1): 3-10
Richard Landon's article about the history of design bookbinding l and, one in 1894 and the next in
1994 where binders from around the world were asked to submit a binding for a specific book. The
author elaborates the features of many of the bindings exhibited in great detail.
Pickwoad, N. (1999). 'Onward and downward: how binders coped with the printing press before
1800 (part one).' CBBAG Newsletter 17(1): 18-32
Nicholas Pickwoad's three part series on the history of binding focusses on the growth in economy
and expediency as the motivating factors in producing functional bindings for a larger and larger
readership from 1500 to 1800.
Snider, E. H. T. (1999). 'Cranberry Corner - tenth in a series : Paper Basis Weight / Grammage.'
CBBAG Newsletter 17(1): 34.
Ted Snider oulines the names given in the English system for the variety of sizes of paper by weight
and updates the units in the metric system.
Johnson, A. W. (1999). 'Workshop Gadgets and other Innovations.' CBBAG Newsletter 17(2): 23-35
Arthur Johnson describes some inexpensive gadgets he has seen or made to assist in binding. The
list includes bone folders for corner work, a trimming-out knife from a hacksaw blade, flexible files,
band nippers, measuring gauges, a board edge trimmer, an inexpensive finishing stove and a gilding
frame.
Pickwoad, N. (1999). 'Onward and downward: how binders coped with the printing press before
1800 (part two).' CBBAG Newsletter 17(2): 3-17
Pickwoad continues his presentation of the long history of binders' simplifying and economizing on
their work to increase production and reduce the time taken to complete their projects.
Roberts, B. A. (1999). 'Sharpening Leather Knives.' CBBAG Newsletter 17(2): 22-23, 30
Dr. Roberts outlines a method of sharpening skiving knives (leather paring knives). He uses
products from Lee Valley Tools to maintain a constant angle for sharpening and for honing his knives
to a mirror finish.
Snider, E. H. T. (1999). 'Cranberry Corner - eleventh in a series: Physical and Optical Properties of
Paper and Their Interrelationships.' CBBAG Newsletter 17(2): 17-20.
This final article on the physical properties of paper defines physical properties and characteristics:
weight, caliper, density, bulk, tensile strength, tear strength, stiffness, roughness, smoothness,
brightness, printing opacity and colour.
Johnson, A. W. (1999). 'Good Books, Sound Binding.' CBBAG Newsletter 17(3): 24-30
Arthur Johnson was given the task of repairing a group of old, damaged books (1550 to 1840). In
the article he explains the techniques involved in a descriptive manner and why materials and methods
were used for each step. His task was to provide a durable acid-free volume that could handle the
normal usages of a library volume over time as well as an attractive book. After fifty years the books
were examined and found to be in very good con-dition. They had stood the test of time very well.
Lapidow, A. (1999). 'Tyvek.' CBBAG Newsletter 17(3): 34
Amy Lapidow briefly discusses some of the properties of Tyvek as a book cover and repair
material.
Pickwoad, N. (1999). 'Onward and Downward: how binders coped with the printing press before
1800 (part three).' CBBAG Newsletter 17(3): 3-14
Nicholas Pickwoad continues his presentation of the long history of binders' simplifying and
economizing on their work to increase production and reduce the time taken to complete their
projects.
Smith, S. (1999). 'Watercolour Marbling.' CBBAG Newsletter 17(4): 3-7
Shelagh Smith compares the efficacy of using W & N watercolours, gouache and acrylic paints to
marble paper. She discusses concentration of media, wetting agents and the type of paint to establish
what can be used successfully.
Hutchins, E. H. (2000). 'The Fate of Books on an Electronic Age.' CBBAG Newsletter 18(1): 25-6
Comments on the future of bookbinding in the electronic age.
Johnson, A. W. (2000). 'My Life So Far.' CBBAG Newsletter 18(1): 3-12
The life of Arthur W. Johnson, an autobiography of his work as a bookbinder and teacher.
Sobotova, J. (2000). 'A Trip to France.' CBBAG Newsletter 18(1): 13-14
A report of Jarmila Sobota's trip to the Bookbinding Competion at Saint Jean de Luz in France to
collect her prize for best original book object.
Johnson, A. W. (2000). 'Cosmetic Bindings.' CBBAG Newsletter 18(2): 10-12.
Using the example of a book given him by a binder for critique, Mr. Johnson comments on the
craftsmanship of good design and binding techniques vs. poor design and mediocre craftsmanship. He
ends by extolling binders to preserve the contents, not to demonstrate their craftsmanship.
Mathew, M. (2000). 'An Interesting Book Box.' CBBAG Newsletter 18(2): 13.
A Central Asian book box design to hold a stack of single sheets. It is similar in design to a clamshell
box but with flaps and ties.
Sazonoff, J. (2000). 'Missing Books & Manuscripts.'CBBAG Newsletter 18(2): 3-9
A listing of the world's most expensive books (7) and an extensive list of missing books and
manuscripts with sites for further information about them.
Davies, R. (2000). 'A New Bookbinding Technique (1982).' CBBAG Newsletter 18(3): 27-8
A tongue-in-cheek response to the stiffness of machine-made perfect bindings in paperbacks.
editor (2000). 'Suminagashi.' CBBAG Newsletter 18(3): 14-15
A how-to guide to Suminagashi, a Japanese marbling technique using water and Japanese ink sticks
Johnson, A. W. (2000). 'Preparation of a Book for Binding.' CBBAG Newsletter 18(3): 3-9
A general overview is given by Arthur Johnson of the procedures for the repair of a damaged text
block to bring it to the point of reattaching the boards. He describes the project from the discussion
with the owner of the volume to the final pressing before forwarding.
McCurdy, W. H. (2000). 'In Memoriam - Robert MacGregor Dawson.' CBBAG Newsletter 18(3): 12
Biography of Robert MacGregor Dawson
Barlee, R. (2000). 'Grading Leather.' CBBAG Newsletter 18(4): 5-6
An article explaining the reasons for different grades of leather as well as a brief description of types
of leather for binding.
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