The Concept of Stitching and Cutting for Printed Albums, Books and Periodicals

The Concept of Stitching and Cutting for Printed Albums, Books and Periodicals

The side where books are used for binding is called the binding port. Excellent binding design can fully protect books from page loss or damage due to flipping. Here, the design is mainly focused on achieving functional value. In some bare back books, the binding style of the binding mouth can be clearly seen, and specific forms need to be designed according to the thickness and purpose of the book.

The incision refers to the three edges of a book, except for the stapled edge. The upper edge is called the "upper incision", also known as the "heavenly head"; The lower edge is called the "lower incision", also known as the "book root" or "foot"; The incision opposite to the binding opening is called a "flip opening" or "book opening". The design visible at the incision has burrs, which are not cut after being bound into a book. "burrs" refer to books that are not cut after being bound, that is, three sides are left as they are, without cutting, while retaining the top, bottom, and mouth of the book.

The raw edge book is simple and natural, without any carving, just like a child's attention, and is most favored by collectors. Cultural people who enjoy collecting edge books call themselves the "Edge Party". Collecting edge books, as a cultural phenomenon, reflects the leisurely and elegant spiritual life of the May Fourth style literati, adding a literati style interactive atmosphere to reading. Different edge processing methods such as edge (images, neat edges, rounded corners, natural tears, ladder shaped, wavy shapes, image distribution, etc.) can also be used for coloring, also known as color mouth.

Through scientific and accurate calculations, the artistic design of incisions is the result of a combination of craftsmanship and technology. With accurate printing, folding, binding, and cutting, different artistic aesthetics can be created. In addition to increasing aesthetic appeal, it can also make readers happy and create a lingering visual enjoyment.

The Concept of Stitching and Cutting for Printed Albums, Books and Periodicals