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The Cinch Version 2 is like the original Cinch in that it punches perfectly round holes without measuring, offers customizable punching... Full Description & Details.
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I have been obsessed with blank books since I was a little girl. I've collected them for years, and always look for ones with interesting covers, pages with special designs, and spiral bound pages is a MUST! I've always had a problem though - I leave the books I buy "blank" because they become imperfect after I write in them. So I have a whole drawer full of beautiful - but forever blank - books.
After finding this tool, I had to give a sigh of relief - FINALLY! I can build my own books to my own specifications, and not be afraid to write in the pages! The tool works cleanly and smoothly and I've had so much fun creating books for any reason!
I had a few "beginners" problems:
1) the first few sheets I punched got a weird yellow oil around the holes - I'm assuming this was an oil from the inner mechanisms. It went away after the first few punches, but I mention it so that anyone with a new machine makes sure to punch a few test sheets first.
2) On my first book, I forgot that the cover's holes would need to be lined up a bit differently so that the inside pages are "centered" when the covers are a bit taller than the internal pages.
After these mistakes, I've been whipping right through creating new books for all my needs - books full of graph paper for drawing out scrapbooking and card floor plans, books with list pages I print out on the computer to make custom grocery lists, etc. I highly recommend this tool for those like me that love to have the perfect book for any purpose.
This tool is really aptly named - it makes spiral bound book making a "cinch"!
Several years ago I reluctantly sold the Ibeco Binding Machine I used for making albums, report covers and flip charts for my family and school. I knew I'd miss it but we were downsizing our home office and it was too big for the space we'd allotted for equipment. I was sure that I find another machine -- someday.
I've been searching for a substantial, user-friendly, consumer-size binding machine since then and was optimistic when Tricia, the buyer at Scrapbook.com told me WeR had come up with a new binding system. WeR's reputation for sturdy, long-lasting tools added to my optimistic hope.
Well, the Cinch is here, I've used it and I am sold on this amazing product. I reminds me of my old Ibeco but it's better. Here's how:
1) Instructions are printed on the machine so you have help at your fingertips
2) Measuring is simple and effortless (shown in inches and centimeters)
3) Lightweight construction but the unit is sturdy and stable when punching and binding
4) Affordable - it will last for years and I can save $$$ by making my own albums, journals or diaries
5) Wire binders are a "cinch" to install (O-rings from other companies line up with the round (not square) holes too.
6) The mechanism is quite, I can use it at night and not wake up family members.
7) It folds up to fit (on it's side) on my 12.5" high by 10" deep shelf and takes up 5" of space (width).
8) It's pink...I'm not a pink-kind-of girl by nature but I enjoy the look of this tool.
Thanks WeR. I'm back in business after all these years!
Received the cinch about 2 weeks ago and really enjoy this product. Yes, it is simple to use to make journals and other book type crafts, but at first you need to get rid of the oil that is on the inside of the machine. You just keep puching scrap paper for awhile (all 12 pegs) until you don't see anymore oil. It sounds like a long drawn out procedure, but it's not. After that, you're good to go. Always practice with leftover paper before you punch the real thing. Once you get the hang of lining up the holes it's easy. I'm making a 6x6 , 8x8 journal right now and it's really fun. It's like making a smash journal, you can add whatever you want to it to personalize for yourself or for gifts. I'm going to make a few for Christmas gifts this year. Everyone likes a journal. Try this product, it's fun and creative !!! If you do get stuck and need advice about using this, go to you tube. The videos will help you if you need it. Thanks :) Have fun with it !!!
I bought the cinch after reviewing dozens of binding tools and machines. I have never used any of them but wanted to be able to take my craftyness to a new level of fun. I love this tool. It is now on my crafters "must have" list. It was so easy to use. All the instructions are right on the Cinch plus after watching the youtube video that was right there on the page where I ordered it, I felt like a master book binder. I have made 2 baby books, several recipe books for family and friends and am still working up new ideas. So for anyone looking to expand there craftness to a whole new level this is the tool for you, and your friends, and your mother, and your mothers friends ok well you get my drift.
I have the Bind it all, but wanted the Cinch because of seeing how easy it is to use on HSN, and having the instructions on the machine itself is great. I find it so much easier and better to use and understand than the Bind it all.
I love having the rack on the side that I can hang the wire on and put the paper in as soon as I punch the holes. I think its more organized that way. It makes book making simplier to me.
I loved the fact that I could use the Bind it all wires that I already own for my new Cinch machine also!! I find it lining up the book is better to me than the BIA, so I would recommend if you like making books, get the Cinch, you'll be glad you did.
