Bookbinding Tutorial & Kids Activity | Make a Mini Coptic Journal using the Coptic Binding Method

Here's another great holiday craft activity for the kids and family! It's also perfect for anyone who would like to learn how to create a coptic journal using the ancient coptic binding method!

These little books are fast and easy to make (they take less than 60 minutes per book if you've made one before) and will help you use up extras in your craft room while creating memories and items that'll last a lifetime. If you're brand new, it might take just over an hour to complete.

This tutorial will show you how to make mini coptic bound journals sized 3x2 inches, perfect for stockings and birthday gifts. Each book requires minimal materials due to the size, so you should be able to use up some of your craft room extras!

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• Barn Red 3-ply waxed linen thread
• Jade 403 PVA
• Newsprint
• Small paste brush, 1/2 wide
• Utility Knife
• Bone folder
• 6 inch tapered awl
• Scissors
• Ruler, 8 to 12 inches
• Steel spacers
• Curved binding needle
• Corner jig
• Binder clips, 3/4 wide OR
• Large metal clamp
• Pencil

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