EXPERIMENT: traditional book binding using tape and cord

Folding paper with a bone folder, to create signatures made up of 2 sheets of paper.
Measuring the stitch pattern, i then need to use the awl to punch the holes in the spine of the signatures to form the book block.
Using the finishing press to draw on the sewing pattern and press the sheets flat.
medieval cord stitch
Sewing on linen tapes. Using a sewing frame

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