Books

Washi: The World of Japanese Paper

by Sukey Hughes (out-of-print) This copy is a 1st edition in fine condition.---$125.00
Having lived and studied with Japanese papermakers, the author introduces us to every detail of the Naga-shizuki tradition.

Plant Fibers for Papermaking

by Lilian Bell --- $30.00 / pb
An excellent recipe style resource.

Papyrus, Tapa, Amate and Rice Paper

by Lilian Bell --- $30.00 / pb
An historical guide with instructions on how to make these papers today.

Paper - Art and Technology

19.95 / pb
Published by the World Print Council. Chapters by the participants of a 1978 international paper conference, this book contains good essays on paper conservation, chemistry and history.

Papermaking with Garden Plants and Common Weeds.

by Helen Hiebert --- $14.95 / pb
A fine guide to processing your own fibers for botanical papers as well as an excellent introduction to papermaking in general.

Art and Craft of Papermaking

by Sophie Dawson --- $19.95 / pb
This very popular introduction to papermaking gives you clear, detailed instructions with more than 200 step-by-step color photographs to guide you through from start to finish. Ms. Dawson also discusses many project ideas.

A Guide to Japanese Papermaking

Momigami

both by Donald Farnsworth
A brief, step-by-step guide to the process of making Japanese-style sheets.-- $15.00 /pb
Momigami is the wrinkled, crumpled paper used to cover books,boxes or to make bags,clothing,etc. This guide includes chapters on Japanese paper wallet making. -- $15.00 / pb

The Art of Papermaking

by Bernard Toale --- $19.95 / hb
An informative book geared toward the artist using paper as an art form. We highly recommend this book as a basic text for all papermakers.

The Art and Craft of Paper

by Faith Shannon --- $19.95 / pb
This beautifully illustrated book describes uses for handmade paper. Includes: marbling, stenciled papers, binding, screen making and more.

Maskmaking

by Carole Sivin --- $19.95 / hb
Instructions for making the basic, unadorned mask structure that progresses from simple to complex such as masks molded from people's faces out of plaster or clay.

Papermaking for Basketry and Other Crafts

by Lynn Stearns --- $18.95 / pb
This book focuses on seventeen artists working in basketry and papermaking, discussing their individual techniques and unique approach to this sculptural combination .

The Papermaker's Companion

by Helen Hiebert --- $18.95 / pb
A guide that includes instructions for making equipment and for usung unusual fibers for pulp. Both Western- style (European) and Eastern-style (Japanese) papers are covered. An excellent reference manual for the novice and experienced papermaker.

Monotype - Mediums and Methods for Painterly Printmaking

by Julia Ayres --- $29.95 / hb

Papermaking: History and Techniques 
of and Ancient Craft

by Dard Hunter --- $20.95 / pb
The best book on the history of papermaking traditions around the world, written by the author recognized as this country's leading paper historian.

Cover to Cover

by Shereen LaPlantz--- $16.95 / pb
Learn to make simple pamplets,Japanese stab bindings,traditional codices,complex fold books,and many others.

Japanese Bookbinding

by Kojori Ikegami --- $34.95 / hb
Here for the first time in English are easy-to-follow instructions for making all the major historically important styles of Japanese bindings and traditional book cases.

Non-Adhesive Binding: Books Without Paste or Glue

by Keith Smith --- $30.00 / pb
Not only about how to bind a book, but about developing an approach to binding;includes detailed instructions, with drawings, of 32 simple to complex bindings. Describes covers, straps, flaps, tabs, turn-ins and spine-pleats. Has an up-to-date reference of 250 sources.

Making & Decorating Your Own Paper

by Kathy Blake & Bill Milne --- $14.95 / pb
This book offers a wonderful assortment of techniques to decorate homemade paper and to create stationery,unique boxes, unusual portfolios,gift wrap,greeting cards, plus a host of other appealing projects.

Lamps and Shades

by Juliet Bawden --- $17.95 / pb.
A wide collection of lamps from today's top designers are featured here; also included are 15 practical projects using fabric,paper,decoupage,applique,papier-mache,stencils,stained glass,mosaic and myriad ideas for decorating shop-bought shades and bases.
 

Japan Crafts Sourcebook

Introduction by Diane Durston --- $39.00 / hb
The first book to present today's traditional crafts under one cover and the only guide to the contemporary craft centers of Japan. With over ninety items from all genres-- textiles.ceramics,
wood,bamboo,lacquer,paper,and metal-- and a wealth of illustrations, the Sourcebook provides the
perfect introduction to this cherished but vanishing world.

Suminigashi, The Japanese Art of Marbling

by Anne Chambers --- $24.95 / hb
The first definitive work in English on Japanese marbling. Lovely illustrations..

A Practical Guide to Marbling Paper

by Anne Chambers --- $14.95 / pb
An informative how-to book on the intricacies of European marbling

How to Marbleize Paper

by Gabriele Gruneboum --- $2.95 / pb
Step-by-step- instruction for 12 traditional patterns. A simple and inexpensive guide to Turkish marbling.

Books, Boxes and Portfolios

by Franz Zeir --- $39.95 / hb
This extensively illustrated introduction gives step-by-step explanations of how to make boxes, portfolios, book covers, albums, and sewn and adhesive-bound books.

Marbling Paper and Fabric

by Carol Taylor --- $12.95 /pb
For the first time a colorful, complete guide extends the full range of ways you can use marbling for contemporary projects, whether they are made of paper, fabric or wood. A visual delight; showcasing twenty exquisite marbling patterns.
 

Hand Papermaking

Magazine --- $20.00 /pb
A biannual publication with fine articles about papermaking around the world. Each issue includes at least one article with a handmade paper sample. Back issues half price.