Gratitude Journals: We R Memory Keepers Cinch Binding Tool Learn how to make these paper pieced gratitude journals using the We R Memory Keepers Cinch Binding tool.  Keeping track of special moments, things that worked out and little tender mercies is such a good way to focus on the positive parts of life rather than the dreary. This is one of my favorite crafts, these notebooks are easy to make and make a great handmade gift. We had a church activity with about 20 ladies and we made gratitude journals. They were a big hit--and everyone wanted to make more than one! Supplies Needed for Gratitude Journals: We R Memory Keepers Cinch Binding Tool Cinch Wires ( I get mine in bulk here --you need 2:1 pitch, 3/4") Scrapbook Paper Cardstock Paper ( Mine is from Cardstock Warehouse ) Laminator and Plastic Sleeves Tape Runner Gun or Glue Stick Stickers (made with my Cricut) Ream of White Paper   Paper Cutter Wire Cutters Step 1: Scrapbook Paper Piecing Begin by cutting a sheet of card...

Watercolor Floral Notebooks with The Cinch! I love making notebooks, journals, diaries, or sketchbooks and The Cinch Binding Tool is the perfect way!  I'll show you how to make your own notebooks for a great handmade gift, keeping track of wonderful doodles, journaling or just because! Make a wire bound notebook in just a few minutes. Three years ago I found The Cinch at my local thrift store for 15 bucks! I wasn't sure if it worked...that's the risk you take when you buy second hand.  I debated a bit...but then knew I could return the device for store credit if it didn't work out. I bought it and have never looked back!  Here's a video of the  Cinch Binding Machine  in action from a previous post: The best part is that notebooks can be made however you want. Pick the size, pick the paper filler, mix it up! Get different size binding wires and make them as thick or thin as you like. I started with the 4 main books in the center, but after trimming down papers,...