Kettlestitch.—A stitch used in all types of sewing but especially in sewing all along. b, Fig. 14.
Laying on.—Attaching the casing to the book.
Limp Cover.—Cover without boards.
Library Binding.—The type of book which is sewed on tapes, has a French Joint and double boards. Page [22].
Overcasting.—Method of sewing books which are badly torn and cannot be dealt with in sections.
Plate.—Picture or other special matter on a separate leaf which is fastened into the book.
Plow and Press.—The plow is for cutting the edges of books. The press holds the book while the cutting is in progress. Plate II, P. [28].
Pressing Tins and Boards.—Small pieces of tin and board to protect the book while in press. Nos. 11 and 12, Plate I.
Punctures.—Holes sawed or punched in the book for sewing or tying.
Rounding.—Process of making the back of a book curved.