A how-to guide for the finishing touch to a successful design

　　 Hundreds of attention-giabbing elements with no gimmicks Invaluable advice for printing on unconventional surfaces, unique bindings, embossing, cut work, add-ons, and more Inspiration and innovation from the world's foremost designers Designers love to incorporate special features into their designs to make them stand out. Often these special treatments are the elements that make the audience really connect with the design. The challenge, however, is that these particular embellishments are usually expensive, and getting them right can be extremely difficult.

　　Mastering Materials, Bindings, & Finishes is a complete reference to hundreds of special treatments, with information on how to approach them in reference to your design challenges. You'll learn essential considerations, challenges, pitfalls, and the inside scoop from experienced designers who have both successfully, and not so successfully, implemented each of the effects featured.