Our Services

  • I can bind printed works of your own. Custom binding includes a book cloth hardcover, HTV cover design, and plain color end pages (the decorative pages at the beginning and end of the book).

  • I can rebind any published books, whether they're new or your own copies; you may send me your copy, or I can purchase a brand new copy to rebind for you.

    Rebinding includes a book cloth hardcover, HTV cover design, and plain color flyleaves (the decorative pages at the beginning and end of the book). Give your well-loved novels a fresh lease on life with a brand new, custom-made cover and binding.

  • If you have a unique request, please reach out via the Get in Touch button at the top of the page. I’d be more that happy to work with you to make your ideas come to life!

Materials & Labor Costs

Our pricing structure covers both materials and labor for your custom book project. Here's what you need to know:

  1. Initial Deposit (via Etsy or this site): Covers estimated material costs. Adjustments may be made for add-ons, upgrades, or customizations.

    • For Etsy, I will send you custom listing to purchase for the exact cost of materials.

    • If purchasing through my website, the deposit will be a flat $100, but:

      • Refunds will be issued for the difference if total material costs are less than deposit.

      • If material costs are greater than the deposit, the remaining amount is added to the final invoice.

  2. Final Invoice: After completion, you'll receive an invoice for billable hours at $50/hr and any additional material charges.

  3. Shipping: Orders ship after full payment is received.

Process:

  1. Purchase deposit to secure your spot

  2. Discuss details, receive proof and estimate.

  3. Approve final design and costs via estimate.

  4. Project completion and shipping.

NOTES:

Rush Orders: 50% surcharge applies for same-month completion (limited to 4 per month).

Final cost may vary from the estimate depending on labor costs.

Feel free to inquire about progress updates during production!

Pricing

Add-ons

  • Solid or speckled book edges - $10 + labor

  • Metallic book edges - $15 + labor

  • Gold, silver, or copper foil book edges - $25 + labor

  • Real gold or silver leaf book edges - market price + labor

  • Ribbon bookmark - $10

  • Ribbon bookmark w/ charm - $12

  • Metal book corners - $5

  • Dedication - FREE

  • Raised Spine bands - $5

  • Typesetting - labor

Upgrades

  • Custom designed flyleaves - $10 + design time

  • Premium quality paper and printing (Print & Bind ONLY) - $0.20/sheet + printing time

  • Laser engraved cover (faux or real leather ONLY) - labor

  • Dust jacket - $25 (standard) or $50 (large) + design time

  • Faux leather book cover - $20

  • Genuine leather book cover - $50

  • Premium leather - market price

Testimonials

  • Kenyatta V. | Dissertation Print & Bind

    I wanted to quickly thank you for your hard work. My friends spoke so highly of you and the time you took to bind my dissertation.

    When I received it, I was speechless. I'm honestly still without words and I'm struggling to express how much this means to me. This means a lot to me and I want you to know that I am forever grateful for this.

    See my work bound so nicely reminded of the beauty of the work that I put into my research. While I don't know anything about book binding, it is so apparent how hard you worked on this and I cannot thank you enough for the time and effort in putting this together. There is so much beauty in science and I think you encapsulated that so nicely.

  • Jessica M. | Custom Print & Bind

    Absolutely incredible work, Jess is undeniably a master of their craft. I requested a fully custom book, and not only did they go above and beyond with their service, collaboration and feedback, the final product is one of the most beautiful books I've ever seen. I'm in awe! highly recommend to anyone who wants to have a book dream come true, a jaw-dropping gift or add an irreplicable collection piece to their bookshelf.

  • Hannah M. | Restore & Rebind

    Jess (JesterBindingCo) is a professional, talented, and creative book binder and a delight to work with. I worked with Jess to rebind my wedding guest book that's full of precious Polaroid photos. Like many brides, I have a personalized wedding guest book that isn't designed to include Polaroid prints, so Jess rebound my wedding guest book so that its hardcovers now lay flat. Jess is an excellent communicator (she diligently replied to all my messages during her very busy holiday season); she's creative (she came up with the solution to add a ribbon to tie the hardcovers together to ensure they laid flat); and she's trustworthy (I trusted her with my wedding photos and her excellent communication re: shipping and binding built and maintained that trust). I'll be returning to Jess for all future book binding!

Books with lifetimes longer than your TBR list.

Our books are like that loyal friend who always has your back, ready and waiting whenever you need them. Just like a trusty sidekick, our books are tough and dependable, with a lifetime warranty to boot.

Disclaimers & Other Info

Fanfiction Binding

I will NOT bind fanfiction unless you are the author and would like it bound for personal use only, or if you have explicit proof the author allows you to commission me. Otherwise, please see my fanfiction binding kit, which supplies all the instructions and materials needed to make it yourself.

Commission Limits

To maintain my sanity, I only accept a limited number custom orders per month. This is my hobby, not my career, so I'd like to maintain a good work/social life/school/hobby balance.

Thank you so much for your understanding!

Invoicing

Please schedule either an in-person or online consultation to discuss your ideas. If you would rather just communicate over email, that’s alright too! Once all the details are settled, I will send you an email estimate that explains all the discussed details of the project. Once accepted, I will send an email invoice. Invoices are due upon receipt unless otherwise discussed.

Every piece is handmade…

…so, in spite of my best efforts, some small human errors are bound to happen.

While I do my best to keep them at bay, if there are any significant issues, don't hesitate to reach out to me. I'll do everything I can to make it right.