My family bible repair under a deadline shifted my thinking
Most folks say you should always hand stitch for a repair that lasts. I had to fix my family's old bible before a reunion this weekend. I used a strong adhesive and clamp method to save time. It was done in a few hours and looks solid. I know it won't hold like sewing, but it met the need right now. Maybe it's just me, but waiting weeks for a perfect bind isn't always practical. Sometimes a fast fix that works is better than no fix at all.