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Some of the technologies we use are necessary for critical functions like security and site integrity, account authentication, security and privacy preferences, internal site usage and maintenance data, and to make the site work correctly for browsing and transactions. Reinforce the fold at the leading edge with your bone folder, then slide the front cover of the book into the resulting pocket. Our book cover maker allows you to choose from hundreds of layouts, making it easier than ever to create a memorable cover. With notable exceptions, most bibles printed after 1800 in america and after 1700 in europe are actually not worth very much money. Dec 29, 2018 this year, i asked 27 designers to share their favorite book covers of the year, with a bit about whyand they came back with a whopping 75 different covers of note. Bella taylor allie bible book cover from vhc brands victorian heart. The country porch features bible book covers from victorian heart. Leighton worked with many publishers, all of whom had london offices, or were. This could be a way to spruce up that drab bookshelf and use up any left over yarn. John e potter bible leather bound illustrated antique family book leather book. Repeat the same procedure for the back of the cover, making sure to leave a bit of wiggle room dont fit the paper too tightly to the dimensions of the book, as this will interfere with the closing of the book. This crochet bible cover would be greatly appreciated by all of us book lovers. Heres a reminder of things your kindle will never, ever do. Place the spine of your book along the mid section of the paper you want to center it as best you can.