Introduction
If you have a treasured volume or
favourite book which deserves to be brought back to its former glory, or
given a boost with a fabulous new binding, talk to Paul Delrue.
Paul C Delrue is widely acknowledged as one of the worlds most prolific and successful design bookbinders
as well as a highly proficient traditional hand binder, repairing and
restoring damaged and worn bindings and favourite volumes.
Using both traditional and
contemporary bookbinding techniques, Paul has created stunning and
evocative bindings for over five decades and his award winning work
graces collections around the world.
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Click Here to see a revealing 10 minute YouTube video about Paul, his work and how he is influenced by his childhood memories. Produced by David Sheppard.
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'MY SOUL HAS NO FRIENDS'
A Childhood Remembered
By Paul C Delrue
 An intimate and revealing portrait of Paul's early life and his road to starting out in bookbinding. This is a collection of fascinating stories and rememberances as told in Paul's irrepressible style - moving, amusing, poignant and heartfelt. Join him on an exploration of his background and begin to understand how one of today's most respected and accomplished bookbinders came to his craft. Price: £20.00
Contact Paul to order a copy.
(Limited edition)
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Albums and Personalised Books
He also applies the same level of care and skill to produce special occasion books - retirement books, watercolour albums, presentation volumes, photograph albums and other types of personalised stationery for example. Click Here for more information and a range of quality gift ideas. |
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Gallery
For the first time, a number of Paul's exceptional fine bindings are available for sale online. To see these and to explore a selection of Paul's previous bindings, please go to the Gallery page. |
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Repairs & Commissions
For information on book and Bible repairs, re-binds, presentation boxes and other commission work see the Repairs & Commissions page, which includes a price guide for repair work. |
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Develop your Bookbinding Skills
If you are interested in learning more about bookbinding from a world renowned bookbinder, or would like to further devlop existing skills, take a look at the Courses & Teaching page or contact Paul directly.
You may also find it of interest to take at look at one or two of the bookbinding techniques and approaches Paul has developed over the years. Please refer to the Techniques page, under 'Courses and Teaching'. |
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Book and Bible Repairs
Do you have a book or Bible in need of some TLC?
Whether it is a beautiful old leather bound book, a family heirloom, a treasured volume or even an old scrap book which need some care and attention, Paul Delrue should be able to help!
As these photos suggest, it doesn't matter what condition your book is in, there is almost always something that can be done to restore it. Sometimes the book block itself is split and needs resewing. Sometimes the boards are attractively decorated and need to be repaired and retained, and sometimes you may just want an entirely new binding.
You may have a tatty old binding and want to create something really special - a full or partial leather binding for example. Or you may want to keep the look of the old book as near to original as possible.
Old books and journals can be very special things and are often handed down through the generations. Breathe new life into your old books and Bibles and pass them on to future generations in good, strong and beautiful shape!
Call Paul on 01824 707044 for an informal chat
about your repair or re-binding needs.
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Design Bindings
See the Gallery page for a selection of Paul's amazing Design Bindings
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Paul C Delrue
Traditional Hand Bookbinder
Book Repairs and Restoration
Fine Bindings
Family Bible Repairs
Wedding and Photograph Albums
Notebooks and Journals
Presentation Books
Artist's and Watercolour Books
Scrap Books and Portfolios
Presentation Boxes and Slip Cases
Telephone: 01824 707044
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