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Are there websites where i can buy jut a dust jacket. First, follow steps which tell you how to choose and cut the paper for the book jacket. Id like to point out that the method that i employed creates jackets that do not cover the top and bottom edges of the book. Ive always loved everything about books the textures, words, and colors. Next cut a piece of paper large enough that it extends about 4 inches on all sides of the book. Step 3 making the book jackets this is the step in which you will begin making the book jackets. Real hardcover books with no dust jackets some books are new, others show wear.
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Polyester is a chemically inert, durable material that is archivalsafe and will not stretch. Spread out the dust jacket on the protective covering to measure how much covering you will need. In addition to its promotional role, the dust jacket protects the book covers from damage. Juniper books also offers jackets only for approximately 30 book sets, allowing customers to transform the books they already own with the addition of its high design jackets.
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