Holding the pages of your perfect bound book together while you glue everything together can be frustrating. This simple DIY tabletop bookbinding jig is an easy way to get the job done.

Here are all the supplies you need:

• 1″x2″ board about 4 feet long – poplar is a good option
• 1″x2″ board about 2 feet long
• 4 adjustable clamps
• Table with a straight edged top that overhangs the base

The exact dimensions of the wood are not critical, so simply find wood that is close enough and start binding.