Getting a book bound as a gift (in Dublin)

hoolio · 2005-11-28 13:20:40

Hey,hopefully this is in the right place, i'm posting for a friend. Basically they want to find somewhere in Dublin where you can bring a book off the shelf (paperback) and have it bound fancily,hardcover, most likely in leather, maybe with an inscription, to give as a gift. Is this feasible? Any ideas? Not only on where…

28-11-2005 02:20PM

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hoolio

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Hey,hopefully this is in the right place, i'm posting for a friend.

Basically they want to find somewhere in Dublin where you can bring a book off the shelf (paperback) and have it bound fancily,hardcover, most likely in leather, maybe with an inscription, to give as a gift.

Is this feasible? Any ideas? Not only on where to get it done and also how much it would likely cost.

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#2 28-11-2005 02:24PM

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Try the Thesis Centre on Camden St in Dublin. Ph. 4753616. I'm sure they can modify it for a paperback.

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#3 28-11-2005 02:35PM

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Thanks for the quick reply, i'll pass it along, might pop in myself actaully,i'll be passing near Camden.

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#4 28-11-2005 08:34PM

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There's a top quality bindery in Kerry, at Muckross House. I know you said Dublin, but I presume this could be done by post.

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#5 28-11-2005 11:41PM

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Really? Never knew that actually, and one of my parents is from practically right beside the place. That opens up whole other avenues,thanks.

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