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Re: HELP!
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Reply to: #881622 by Mommy Mouse
Dec 26, 2014 8:03am
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When I first got my BIA these videos really helped. http://binditall.com/VideoGuide.html

It also helps to have a logbook to look at when I'm binding one. It keeps me from putting the coils in the book backwards.

I use the 1/2 inch coils for logbooks that will be put in letterboxes. My books are usually about 3x5 inch or smaller and about 40-50 pages.
Re: HELP!
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Reply to: #881622 by Mommy Mouse
Dec 26, 2014 9:49am
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I was pretty sorry when I first started with mine. I 'm not at all a crafty person so if I can get it, you will too! It was a lot of trial and error. The more I messed up the more determined I was to do it right. Don't feel bad if you have a hard time at first. Just keep at it. And don't be shy about asking for help. I did and everyone was great.

My favorite sizes are 1/2 inch (inside plants logbooks) and I also like the 3/4 inch and 1 inch for logbooks for use out in the field. I bought some 3/8 inch wires and to me, they are basically useless--too small. The 1 1/2 inch size is way too big to be practical to me, at least.

Good luck! You will enjoy it! It's a lot of fun.
Re: HELP!
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Reply to: #881622 by Mommy Mouse
Dec 26, 2014 10:47am
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For small logbooks for small containers: 1/2 inch. For larger containers (thicker and 2" deep) , I say 3/4 inch. The 1/2 inch only holds about 30 pieces of card stock.

I make a lot of large logbooks, so I use a lot of 3/4 inch. Depends what you are making...

You can always bind with ribbon or leather cord if you need a different size.
Re: HELP!
Board: BIA Addicts
Reply to: #881622 by Mommy Mouse
Dec 27, 2014 11:16am
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welcome to the world of easy logbook making. Here's a message number with some photos to get you inspired.
Msg: 617088

deniserows
a turquoise BIA
Re: HELP!
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Reply to: #881754 by deniserows
Dec 28, 2014 6:28pm
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Message 617088

When I enter that number on the Boards/Message # search I get Message #881830. What am i doing wrong?
Re: HELP!
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Reply to: #881924 by CTEagleEye
Dec 28, 2014 6:51pm
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Reply to: #881927 by Explorin Orren
Dec 28, 2014 7:54pm
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Thanks! Bookmarked it!