Digital tutorial: Decorative techniques for the pixel binding

Do you want to go further with the pixel binding? Discover ways to add texture, ornament, colour to your bindings in ways which are uniquely suited to this particular style? In this digital add-on to the pixel binding tutorial, Ben gives you all the keys to take your pixel bindings to the next level.

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• 74 page downloadable PDF
• a mix of step-by-step instructions and case studies
• practical tips + tricks
• thoughts and advice on bookbinding design

Techniques covered :

• Blind stamping pixel by pixel
• Foiling pixel by pixel
• Foiling across pixels
• Powders (graphite + pigments)
• Cold foil

Included also :

• a list of suppliers (Europe + USA) for anything unusual (or usual) used in these techniques

Who is this for?

• people who have studied the pixel binding and want to go further
• skill level: all levels
• some techniques require no bookbinding- specific equipment at all, some require foil-blocking equipment
• for those with no experience with foil blocking but considering giving it a go: a short introduction is provided, with practical tips on what basic ingredients are and where to get them

Note: Does not contain information about the forwarding of pixel bindings, only decoration! This is a digital file to download. Please also read our conditions of use:

Conditions of use

I encourage you to apply these decorative techniques in your bookbinding practice, whether you are an amateur or a professional. By bookbinding practice I mean the creation of bindings and related items in exchange for money (professional), or not (amateur). You do not need to ask my permission to do so. 

I want to remind you that any reproduction or distribution of this publication, in whole or in part, is strictly prohibited, by virtue of copyright law.
I also ask that you do not disclose the how-to of these techniques on social media or elsewhere. Feel free to publish results, but please keep the recipes to yourself. 

If you intend to teach these techniques please ask me first.

Respecting these conditions is crucial to the sustainability of our business and allows us to continue publishing quality content. If you have any question of doubt regarding these conditions of use please email me at ben@elbel-libro.com

I thank you in advance, 

Benjamin Elbel

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