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11-Continue as above, laying the 3rd page on top, inserting the needle through the hole from the top, while exiting between the 3rd and 2nd pages. But then, for the locking stitch, go two pages down (which puts the needle between the second page and first page this time), exiting to the left as usual. Remember to gently tighten the threads. Repeat for the next two stations to finish the 3rd page.

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a-go thru the top cover as usual, exiting between the cover and last page, then go down two pages to and do the locking stitch; but next: put to finish the sewing: run the needle from the top of the cover to the inside of the cover and last page (and stay there).

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c-Then tie a knot close to the hole in the cover, and tie one-two more knots to completely secure it, and tighten all the knots.

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Do the same for the next two stations, then trim the ends.

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14-To increase longevity, I glue cloth binding tape over the spine to protect the spine stitches during shelving and patron use.

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d-With the score still closed, press it under a book or two, until the binding glue has set permanently.

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1615. Finally: Measure out a strip of archival clear book tape and press over the threads on the inside front cover and inside back cover to protect the knots and the starting and finishing threads.

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