A quick and easy way to bind an album is to use binder rings. Moreover, this allows us to adapt without problems to different shapes, sizes, thicknesses... And that's why we want to dedicate a post to this type of binding.
Ring bindings are one of the most used and, they are, maybe, the first ones we learn to do. Besides being an easy way to bind, it adapts to all our designs and allows us to bind them in a fast and effective way.
To make a binding with rings we simply make a perforation in one end of the pages we want toĀ bind, andĀ then we join them with the help of some rings.
There areĀ manyĀ sizes of rings, so we can choose the one that best suits the thickness and size of our project. In addition, there are thousands of differentĀ coloursĀ so that we can combine it with the colours of our album. The wide range ofĀ coloursĀ that are currently on the market, also allows us to combine the rings with each other to add a different and original touch to our bindings.
-Rings: once you know the thickness of your project, it's time to choose the rings. Look at the size you want and choose theĀ colourĀ that best matches your project. AtĀ CraftelierĀ Basics, we have recently added a wide range ofĀ coloursĀ in different sizes. You can find, from pastel shades like mints, pinks or baby blue to metallic shades like turquoise, rose gold, silver or gold in 30 mm, 45 mm or in 60 mm. Plus, our rings and buttonholes match!
There areĀ manyĀ sizes of rings, so we can choose the one that best suits the thickness and size of our project. In addition, there are thousands of differentĀ coloursĀ so that we can combine it with the colours of our album. The wide range ofĀ coloursĀ that are currently on the market, also allows us to combine the rings with each other to add a different and original touch to our bindings.
Materials you need for ring bindings
We just need our album, rings and a Crop a Dile and if we want to give an even more polished look to our creations, some eyelets. -Crop A Tell: this tool is the one that will allow us to make the holes in our papers and cardboards. If you're not sure how to use it, take a look at our post, where we explain everything about this machine: Crop A Tell. -Eyelets: it's the perfect complement to the rings, and they will make a difference. It gives a more polished and professional look to the bindings. The Crop A Dile will also help you to place them so that you only have to add the rings later. We have also our own eyelets line, available in many colours, so the hardest part is choosing just one.
-Rings: once you know the thickness of your project, it's time to choose the rings. Look at the size you want and choose theĀ colourĀ that best matches your project. AtĀ CraftelierĀ Basics, we have recently added a wide range ofĀ coloursĀ in different sizes. You can find, from pastel shades like mints, pinks or baby blue to metallic shades like turquoise, rose gold, silver or gold in 30 mm, 45 mm or in 60 mm. Plus, our rings and buttonholes match!
How to make a ring binder
As we have already told you, it is one of the easiest bindings. Once you have the pages of your album and decided on which sides you want to include the rings, make some holes with the help of the Crop A Dile. The number of holes will depend on the size of your album. There are projects that only require one ring, while for others, it is convenient to put more. The next step is to put the eyelets. Again, with the Crop A Tell, place the eyelets in the holes you've just drilled. Take your rings and put them in your album. In just a few minutes you've got your album ready.Easy ideas for ring bindings
Mini albums
WhenĀ we have an album of small dimensions, we often find ourselves in the position of not knowing which is the most suitable binding for our project. In these cases, we like to opt for binding with rings. It's easy, fast, useful, it gives a casual touch and it's not too much for a small album.
Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā @aadhiz.creationsĀ Ā /Ā Ā @gordejudos.scrapbooking
Don't give up to beautiful spines
MakingĀ a ring binder doesn't mean you have to give up the spine of your album. If you want to bind with rings but you think it'll give a too casual touch to your project, don't worry, you can combine the elegance and robustness that the spine brings and the functionality of the rings in the same project.
Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā @scraptipsĀ Ā /Ā Ā @sylvia_scraptulinas
Large albums
Of course, ring bindings aren't only suitable for mini albums, we can also use them for our larger projects. You just have to put more rings, or at least put two of them, one on the top and one on the bottom, so that it holds all the contents of your album and everything stays in place.
@mimariaestebandoĀ Ā /Ā Ā @rincondescrapbook
Shaped albums
If we are very sure we want to make a ring bindery, we can allow ourselves the pleasure of being creative and give an unexpected shape to our projects. For example, we can cut or die-cut the sheets of our album in the shape of a heart, star, circle, or, as we see in the following photos, in the shape of a tag or a shell. The rings adapt perfectly to any shape, which translates into great creative freedom.
@lifetime_by_aidaĀ Ā /Ā Ā @xeniacrafts
Don't forget to decorate the rings
Don't give up a great opportunity offered by the rings. Easily, you can add an extra decorative touch by adding bows or brads to the rings. It'll give an even more polished finish to your project and allows you to be very creative because you can put a thousand different things on the rings. Play with the colours of the rings and eyelets to create your decorations.
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As you can see, this binding can be used to make albums of different sizes, shapes, thicknesses... there are no limits. The best thing of all is that with this binding we can add and remove pages easily and without having to destroy our project, everything is an advantage! Do you also like working with this type of binding? Tell us what your preferences are when it comes to ring bindings, we always read you :) Meanwhile, until the next post!
