Online sources for tools and equipment:
Thread – look for “top stitch” or “extra strong”
Bookcloth from Ratchfords
General bookbinding supplies J Hewit
Greyboard – look on eBay (eg) for 2mm grey board
Pricking cradle – make your own
For specialist papers try Shepherds or Lawrences of Hove
Calico for making your own bookcloth like this one for example
Suppliers of Vegan Leather www.createandcraft.com Creative faux leather www.fredaldous.co.uk Faux leather paper www.frumble.co.uk Happy hide original vegan leather
Bookbinders of Lewes
They may be able to help you by making books for you or helping with edge cutting. Appointments only until further notice
Telephone: +44 (0)1273 486718
http://www.bookbindersoflewes.co.uk/
