Use chipboard or heavy cardboard for a rigid feel, or a standard composition notebook for a ready-made structure. Covering Media: Paper: Heavy cardstock or patterned scrapbook paper.

This technique mimics a softcover book and is ideal for quick projects:

Clear contact paper or transparent book covers to shield designs from wear and tear. Adhesives: PVA glue, glue sticks, or double-sided tape. 📖 Construction Techniques 1. The Simple Paperback Method

Flannel or cotton scraps for a softer, more flexible spine.