I'm not sure how to even word it, but here it goes.
When making a tallybook/notebook/legal pad cover etc., I get it cut out and finished up and even though I have excess leather on both sides past where the book sits, when I insert the book and close it to use as the cover was intended to be it won't fold right and it's like I didn't cut it wide enough.
So, what should I do to account for the fold? How much extra should I give myself? Is there a general "rule of thumb" you more experienced guys use?
More generally- Layout and design wise- what's the process you use for doing any kind of book cover?
Any help or insight is much appreciated!
-Roper