Kristin Dunn Bookbinding and Design

I don’t quite understand how come everyone here is gushing about her service, I had experienced pretty much the opposite. I called, and wanted to discuss my project, asked if it’s ok I come by. She was not in the most pleasant tone, and pretty much told me I should just email, not try to stop by her shop. Even I said it probably will be only 30 minutes, she said she can’t take a break for 30 minutes. I had few questions, and was not sure about what I want, so I would really appreciate short conversation, or collaboration to set a direction for my project, but she does not seem to like to offer advises.
Two issues here that I am unsettled:
1)With such custom made and detail oriented business as she claimed, how can you possibly not want to spend few minutes to communicate with your client, or with material in front of you, and make sure the understanding from both side is evident and sufficient? Totally disappointed, specially her attitude.
2)If your are not a business open to the public, please specify clearly you are by appointment only, or address it’s a private studio, no visit.
I came home, then prepare very detailed images, and description for her as she requested.
I am in the design service business too, I did not remember when I ever demanded my client in such way with almost saying, «you don’t organize in certain way for me, I won’t bother to look at your project» Understand maybe you are established business, and you want to only work with your rules. Then its only fair that your customer can not give you stellar review.

Quality & service were wonderful. I was working on a very tight deadline, and Kristin was able to accommodate me from start to finish. She even got me my book a day earlier than expected. Right on! I am very happy with the final product, and would totally recommend her services.

I had to create a book for a school final, and I couldn’t have found anyone better than Kristin to make the covers and bind my work. Her craftsmanship is flawless, and she was very helpful and easy to work with. When I brought in my pages to be bound she even re-​trimmed them for me so they were absolutely perfect. Kristin has great designer instincts that can’t be beat, I highly recommend her services.

I love Kristin’s artistic abilities! She designed and hand crafted some boxes for me which I display in my living room and everybody always compliments them. They are really sturdy and made with the finest quality materials. I also love her line of books which I purchased through her online store. She is really easy to work with and has a really great artistic eye. Her products are absolutely FABULOUS!!! Highly recommended!!!

Kristin Dunn’s work is beautiful and her craftmanship is impeccable. She uses imported paper, fine fabrics and gorgeous color schemes. I ‘ve given her handmade books, photo albums and custom boxes as gifts to friends and family and everyone loves them! I will be having her do my wedding invitations and wedding album soon. I can’t wait to see them!