A variety of structures and local traditions embody Islamicate bookbinding. There is a wide range of development in technique and material over the centuries. Binding techniques from this structure below have been in use since the 13th century.

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These models were inspired by a handout by Yasmeen Khan.

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Key Features (exceptions apply)

• ​Two-part cover attached with overlapping leather at spine

• Back cover has pentagonal envelope flap that sits under the front cover

• No squares

• Unsupported link stitch sewing (usually 2 sewing stations)

• Primary endband sewn over leather core and through every section

• Secondary v-shape chevron endband over primary (vertical or diagonal stripes also found)

• Textile or leather (adhered grain to spine) spine lining

• Leather tabs (fringed tabs more common with East Asian volumes)
• Vegetal, rather than animal adhesives are more common