Six new coptic journals with covered spines now on Etsy . The coptic binding is nowadays mostly known as an exposed spine binding, with the chains of stitches visible on the spine. Originally the coptic bindings often had a leather covering, also on the spine, and the modern non-adhesive bindings t
This Ethiopian Coptic Cross is made by the Christian community of Ethiopia and would make a beautiful necklace...all you have to do is run a chain through it! This artisanal cross is made with a silver alloy. The design on the back of the cross is similar to the design. Large crosses measure APPROXIMATELY 50mm wide and 85mm in length. Each pendant is unique and may vary slightly from picture. Pendant Size: 50 x 85mm Hole Size: 2-3mm ***** MORE ETHNIC BEADS AVAILABLE ***** Browse our Etsy store for thousands of other ethnic beads. We are fully stocked, and prepared to accommodate wholesale requests as well. ***** BUY MORE AND SAVE ON SHIPPING ***** Pay shipping on your first item, and receive free shipping on all additional items. FREE EXPEDITED SHIPPING on USA orders $99 or more. Use coupon code FREESHIP99 during checkout. --------------------------------------------------- ABOUT THE BEAD CHEST We work with developing communities throughout Africa to bring you some of the most beautiful, handmade beading treasures in the world. All items that we source direct are fair trade. Our unique business model enables us to support creative jewelry designers with quality beading supplies, while supporting developing communities at the same time. QUESTIONS? Just ask! We're here to help :)
I was not able to find good instructions on making a two color coptic stitch, so I decided to make my own. This stitch can be used to make edge decoratons for self-bound books. I used some cardboar…
How to Remove Book Binding Without Damaging Pages. Bookbinding is almost a lost art. Learning bookbinding skills is a great hobby, plus it allows you to have personalized bindings on your favorite books. One of these important skills is how to remove the original binding without damaging your books.
This Ethiopian Coptic Cross is made by the Christian community of Ethiopia and would make a beautiful necklace...all you have to do is run a chain through it! This artisanal cross is made with a silver alloy. The design on the back of the cross is similar to the design. Large crosses measure APPROXIMATELY 50mm wide and 85mm in length. Each pendant is unique and may vary slightly from picture. Pendant Size: 50 x 85mm Hole Size: 2-3mm ***** MORE ETHNIC BEADS AVAILABLE ***** Browse our Etsy store for thousands of other ethnic beads. We are fully stocked, and prepared to accommodate wholesale requests as well. ***** BUY MORE AND SAVE ON SHIPPING ***** Pay shipping on your first item, and receive free shipping on all additional items. FREE EXPEDITED SHIPPING on USA orders $99 or more. Use coupon code FREESHIP99 during checkout. --------------------------------------------------- ABOUT THE BEAD CHEST We work with developing communities throughout Africa to bring you some of the most beautiful, handmade beading treasures in the world. All items that we source direct are fair trade. Our unique business model enables us to support creative jewelry designers with quality beading supplies, while supporting developing communities at the same time. QUESTIONS? Just ask! We're here to help :)
You know me, pretty determined about finding and using the best practices for all sorts of things... This week I'm writing about a little detail regarding attaching covers to a Coptic bound book - the hidden diagonal stitch (for the lack of a better term). Have you noticed how the sewing thread in
The coptic stitch bookbinding method is another way to bind your book with a spine that opens up completely, so you can lay your book flat. Sometimes it’s also called chain stitch in bookbinding, but more often it’s called coptic stitch binding. I think it’s a great method for when you have book covers that […]
synthetic turquoise and copper-colored freshwater pearls with cast bronze mask from Ghana, West Africa. 16.5 inch choker with a 3.5 inch 14k gold-filled extension chain The cast bronze focal mask drops 1 1/2" from the center of the choker. Like this design? Check out other, similar designs: Howlite Coptic Cross Set - http://www.etsy.com/listing/12543952/coptic-cross-set Round Turquoise set - http://www.etsy.com/listing/10640490/round-turquoise-set-turqcoin Synthetic Turquoise set - http://www.etsy.com/listing/77477692/synthetic-turquoise-earrings Synthetic Turquoise Peace earrings - http://www.etsy.com/listing/77324731/synthetic-turquoise-a-little-peace
An ancient Christian oracle book of mysterious origins has been recently translated and found to contain a collection of encouragements, warnings, and cryptic divinations.
This original block print is hand pulled from the carved block using an antique proof press. The image is 6”x4” and comes in an warm white mat 10”x8”. OPTIONS: - black ink on Stonehenge light tan paper - $25 (currently not pictured) - painted, watercolor on Stonehenge light tan - $65 - painted with printed mat in black worn wood frame $195 Note: The painted pieces are individually done, and as such, will have unique differences from the photo that you see. However, the color scheme will be similar. “Abba Poemen said one day, “A man may seem to be silent, but if his heart is condemning others he is babbling ceaselessly. There may be another who talks from morning till night and yet he is truly silent; for he says nothing that is not profitable for the soul.”
ETHIOPIAN CODEX. SEWING AND ENDBAND BREVE HISTORIA El cristianismo llegó a Etiopía en el siglo IV, probablemente a...
This original block print is hand pulled from the carved block using an antique proof press. The image is 6”x4” and comes in an warm white mat 10”x8”. OPTIONS: - black ink on Stonehenge light tan paper - $25 (currently not pictured) - painted, watercolor on Stonehenge light tan - $65 - painted with printed mat in black worn wood frame $195 Note: The painted pieces are individually done, and as such, will have unique differences from the photo that you see. However, the color scheme will be similar. “Abba Poemen said one day, “A man may seem to be silent, but if his heart is condemning others he is babbling ceaselessly. There may be another who talks from morning till night and yet he is truly silent; for he says nothing that is not profitable for the soul.”
