How to Coptic Stitch + Cross Stitch - Double Needle Style Bookbinding Tutorial

Learn how to combine double needle Coptic stitch bookbinding with cross stitch embroidery to create a unique open-spine book. In this step-by-step tutorial, I'll show you how the binding works, how the cross stitches are incorporated into the spine, and tips for keeping everything aligned as you sew ***This style of double meedle stitch makes use of an added kettle stitch to lock in the signatures. However, feel free to adjust and substitute a loop for the kettle stitch if you like. ***This tutorial is just one of the many wonderful ways that cross stitch may be incorporated into your bookbinding. As always, have fun and feel free to adapt this method to others you enjoy! If you have never sewn a Coptic Stitch binding, check out this easy to follow tutorial!    • How to Coptic Stitch - Step by Step Bookbi...   It will be easier to learn with just one needle! If you would like to create a simple Double Needle Coptic Binding :    • How to Double Needle Coptic Stitch with Ke...   Extra info on How to Kettle Stitch -    • How To Kettle Stitch - Both Directions! St...   Suggested supplies: 2 prepared book covers An even number of signatures (4 or more prepared signatures) 4 Curved or straight needles for Double Needle Coptic Stitch (I find curved needles easier to use for this sewing) 1 straight needle for Cross Stitch section Strong thread (In this tutorial, I am using synthetic bookbinding thread) Beeswax (optional) Awl or other sharp tool to punch holes Surface to punch holes on Ruler Pencil Scrap paper Small clips are helpful to hold signatures Bean bag or other smooth weight (optional) ***Patience 😄 Chapters: Supplies - 00:08 Creating a Template for your design - 01:28 Preparing signatures & covers - 03:10 Double Needle Coptic Stitch - 06:33 Adjusting Cross Stitch design if needed - 37:17 Cross Stitch section - 37:40 Done! :) Hi, I'm Christine Guenard. I am an artist and an art teacher who loves to create and share ideas to empower your own creative journey! This is all just for fun and a way to share my love for the process. There are zero affiliated links. The materials and processes used are ones l've learned through reading books, learning from others, trial, error, sweat, success, and time. Feel free to make substitutions and build on any process or idea you find here. Even though I teach, l consider myself an amateur - always learning and growing - just someone who strives to create every day and find joy in learning the craft. Be blessed! Have fun creating! And as you go aim to remember that the journey is the prize! #Bookbinding #CopticStitch #CrossStitch #HandmadeJournal #BookbindingTutorial #JournalMaking #HandmadeBooks #SlowCraft #bookbinder #DIYBookbinding