• About SB&P

      After graduating from the University of Texas with a library MS and a certificate in the conservation of library and archival materials,

      I opened a conservation lab in Central Georgia to provide museum-level repair of fine binding, art on paper, antique documents, and much loved heirlooms.

       

      I also do hand bookbinding, typically for one-off gift books.

       

      If the cover or spine has fallen off your personal study Bible, heirloom cookbook, or too-loved children's book, don't be shy - I welcome those as well.

       

      Kathryn Wright,

      owner & conservator

    • Latest Projects

      Here's recent work that I've shared to Facebook.

    • Conservation Video Series

      These videos are examples of my work that I've uploaded to my YouTube channel

      This is a series of 13 very short videos showing a reback and relining of this 1880s volume.

      This large family Bible also needed a reback and relining.

      I discuss why I made certain decisions about this book's treatment

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      Portfolio

    • 1602 Geneva Bible

      This Bible had already undergone an interesting and unfortunate repair, perhaps around 150 years ago.

      1602 bible, previously and poorly repaired
      before
      before
      before
      humidified, flattened, and lined pages
      separating previously glued title page in a bath
      lined title page
      rebuilt, cleaned, and ready for sewing
      resewn and reattached to case
      after
      after

    • Late 1800s United States Compendium

      This book required sections to be rebuilt and resewn as well as a new toned spine piece.

      before
      before
      after
      after
      after

    • 1920s Bible

      This Bible was an heirloom that needed a new cover. I inset the original cover which was embossed with her mother's name.

    • Early 1800s manuscript

      One of the most challenging aspects of modern conservation is the removal of pressure sensitive tape. First the plastic carrier is removed, then the adhesive itself.

    • ca.1900 pen & ink schematic

      This oversize drawing had to be surface cleaned before it could be mended.

    • 1890s Hymnal

      This repair required stabilizing the end bands for reuse. The text block also contained cellulose-carrier tape with water soluble adhesive, which is much easier to remove than modern tape.

    • contact

      I look forward to assessing your treasured book and paper items.

      I work with individuals and institutions, locally and via shipping.

      Text or leave a voicemail at 478.283.8659 to set up a complimentary appointment.

      Also, feel free to text or email me pictures of your damaged item -- I can usually provide a ballpark estimate based on pictures.

      You can also reach me at southernbnp@gmail.com.
       

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