Cinch vs. mini cinch: a full comparison

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Жыл бұрын

In today’s video, I compare the regular-size Cinch binding machine with the mini cinch. I will cover all the details you need to make an informed decision: which sizes of notebooks each one makes, their pros and cons, the sizes of binding wires they use, how many pages of paper they punch, and much more.
I also go over the other kinds of cinches you might find, including the one that uses discs and the new mini Cinch, which comes with seven cartridges.
If you are interested in buying a Cinch binding machine, find the links below to all the types in the market.
Want to watch more videos with the Cinch and the Mini Cinch? Check my playlist: bit.ly/43uLbdp
Have fun!
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1. Heidi Swapp Cinch (regular size, square hole): shrsl.com/40yja
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3. The Mini Cinch (square hole): shrsl.com/40yj8
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6. The Multi Mini Cinch (discs, hearts, spiral, circle, coptic, band, and square holes):
7. We R Memory Keepers Cinch Wires 5/8" 16P Value Pack, Multicolor:
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@edmmori2636 20 күн бұрын

Just when I was looking for reviews in google I realized yt is better then your vid showed up. Thanks a lot.

@craftingwithpaula 20 күн бұрын

@@edmmori2636 hope it helped you decide. 😉

@LaviniaNova 7 ай бұрын

I was debating which one to get when I saw this video. But then I watched your video on how to punch 4 holes using the mini cinch. I like the look of the spacing on the sides, even with the 6 holes. So I bought the mini today 😊. I'm planning on making smaller books so it should work fine😄

@craftingwithpaula 7 ай бұрын

It sounds like it’s the perfect fit for you then. Hope you have a lot of fun making those Lavinia.🎄😉

@amyt6254 10 ай бұрын

This was very helpful. I have a tendency to buy small versions of craft items to save money only to eventually prefer the larger size, and then end up with spending money on both. Your video helped me to decide the larger one is more what I would prefer to own. Thank you!

@craftingwithpaula 10 ай бұрын

I totally relate to you. It actually happened to me regarding the the Cinch 😀. Nowadays I use both interchangeably.

@superluckystudio2297 11 ай бұрын

Absolutely the best tutorial for the Cinch, thank you.

@craftingwithpaula 11 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@ms.tgrayson5826 10 ай бұрын

I'm so glad that your video popped up on my screen. Thank you so much for the tutorial. 😊

@craftingwithpaula 10 ай бұрын

You’re welcome ☺️

@kathrynbates4274 Жыл бұрын

You are an incredible teacher. Just found your channel. Subscribed and enjoying all of your videos 😊 Thank you !

@craftingwithpaula Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome, Kathy! 💕

@sallysnowball1866 20 күн бұрын

You are a very good teacher. Thank you.

@craftingwithpaula 20 күн бұрын

@@sallysnowball1866 you’re welcome, Sally!

@yvonneking7193 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for explaining both cinch machines. X

@craftingwithpaula Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome!

@samanthabyrd1402 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful books and thank you😊

@craftingwithpaula Жыл бұрын

you're welcome!

@KathysScraps Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for explaining in detail. I had thought I would want the mini, but now I know the larger one has so much more to offer for a variety of my mini albums. Also, this is my 1st time here. Can't wait to watch more 😊

@craftingwithpaula Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome, Kathy 🌷

@KahdijaImari 6 ай бұрын

Very informative comparison. Thank you Paula🙂

@craftingwithpaula 6 ай бұрын

You’re welcome!

@jeanmayo4076 8 ай бұрын

Perfect timing, I am trying to decide between these two machines! great, informative video! Thank you!

@craftingwithpaula 8 ай бұрын

Which one did you get?

@jeanmayo4076 8 ай бұрын

@@craftingwithpaula I’m getting the full size one as it will make both large and small books

@ladypseudocode7444 11 ай бұрын

Thank you. I've been researching which one to buy. This helped me heaps. Thank you. 😊

@craftingwithpaula 11 ай бұрын

Have fun

@aricaice6447 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video! I'm indeed thinking whether I go with regular or the mini ❤

@craftingwithpaula Жыл бұрын

Hope it helped you decide 😉

@kristyscardino787 11 ай бұрын

Thank you🎉 I was so indecisive of which one I wanted. thank you for the explanation!

@craftingwithpaula 11 ай бұрын

You’re welcome

@mwilliamssolorzano9112 8 ай бұрын

Thank You Thank You I have been looking for so long for someone to explain this machine only.😃😃😃😃😃

@craftingwithpaula 8 ай бұрын

you're welcome, Williams@

@marthaalvarez214 8 ай бұрын

Gorgeous work!

@craftingwithpaula 8 ай бұрын

Thanks Martha 😀

@sarahanderson4402 Жыл бұрын

Everything I’ve been wondering 💭 about the Cinches. 💙🙏🏼. 😊

@user-gw2vo8ko1i Ай бұрын

Exactly like me😊

@marisolcorona5920 Жыл бұрын

Beautifully explained video, 🤞🏼hope my first book looks as pretty as yours!! Thank you for sharing your knowledge! 🤗♥️📒

@craftingwithpaula Жыл бұрын

I’m sure they will… if not, keep trying 😊

@marybrooks1080 Жыл бұрын

Very informative video. Thank you!

@teresadarriola Жыл бұрын

Best video on the cinch! Made my decision on which one to buy so much easier thank you!

@craftingwithpaula Жыл бұрын

have fun!! My next one will be teaching how to make notebooks with postcards, my new thing. I buy them when I travel and love the notepads. :) Enjoy!

@shellyp8731 8 ай бұрын

Which one did you purchase? And, why? I still can’t decide!

@LaurasPlansAndCrafts Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this review and demo. I’ve been looking into the new mini multi cinch but it’s out of stock with the extra cartridges that I would want. The large cinch looks so versatile! Love the notebook you made too. TFS, Paula ❤

@craftingwithpaula Жыл бұрын

Yes, it’s hard to find the new one! Hope you do, I love the mini.

@beamadeinbrazil Жыл бұрын

Hey Laura I just bought on hsn, it is on sale

@stephanielee1983 8 ай бұрын

What awesome instructions! Thank you 😊

@craftingwithpaula 8 ай бұрын

you're welcome!

@user-vm4wr2up1b 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for creating such a helpful video!

@craftingwithpaula 5 ай бұрын

You’re welcome ☺️

@jupu9608 6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for this great video! It was so very helpful ❤❤❤

@WhiteSwann 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for this information.

@christielogan5247 7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! I had to double check the mini cinch description on the website and the only place I found that said it used 5/8” wire was on the back of the package. To me, the fact that it only works with one diameter of wire is the most important factor, and I wouldn’t have thought about it if I hadn’t seen your review. I guess you could close the wire by hand but that defeats the purpose of buying a binding machine. Thanks again!

@craftingwithpaula 7 ай бұрын

I agree with you. I think that’s the main disadvantage of the mini cinch. And as you said, closing with your hands, doesn’t make much sense. 😊

@user-sb6ro8uh4w 3 ай бұрын

Excellent video. Thank you!

@craftingwithpaula 3 ай бұрын

You’re welcome

@lorraineday1052 10 ай бұрын

New subscriber here. This is the absolute best demonstration and instruction on exactly how to use the regular New subscriber here. This is the absolute best demonstration and instruction on exactly how to use the regular Cinch that I have seen on KZfaq. I love how you continually focus the camera on the specific area of the machine you are working with. I now know why I am not getting perfectly round holes! Thank you so much for this video!

@craftingwithpaula 10 ай бұрын

You’re so welcome, Lorraine!

@nkent1865 7 ай бұрын

Great tutorial thank you!

@monicasosa4566 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for the great review!

@craftingwithpaula 10 ай бұрын

You’re welcome Monica 🌞

@marvy7118 9 ай бұрын

Thank you

@maryanncontreras3376 8 ай бұрын

Thank you! The larger Cinch is the one I am leaning on purchasing.

@craftingwithpaula 8 ай бұрын

You’re going to love it 😍

@bernieb2542 Жыл бұрын

Paula. Thank you for this beautiful detailed tutorial. You have given me inspiration and confidence to use my big Cinch that I got at a resale shop years ago. Your instructions and tips are so valuable. I plan on making journals this summer. Your videos bring me so much joy and are a blessing. ❤ Bernie

@craftingwithpaula Жыл бұрын

You made my day, Bernie! Thanks

@ivdavilar1505 6 ай бұрын

Muchisimas gracias por esta explicación sobre ambas maquinas. Es el mejor video que he visto sobre las cinch, aclaró todas mis dudas.

@craftingwithpaula 6 ай бұрын

De nada!

@terristephens9820 3 ай бұрын

I am delighted to have found your video. This video answered my questions about the different cinch machines, and it was very thorough. I plan to make photo scrapbook diaries of the family and friends of our twice-a-year gatherings. Thank you very much for taking the time to make this video. I appreciate it,

@craftingwithpaula 3 ай бұрын

You’re welcome, Terry. I’m glad this video has been helpful because I myself had so many questions and it took me forever to make the decision. I’m sure your friends and family will love your diaries. Which one are you going to buy?

@terristephens9820 3 ай бұрын

@@craftingwithpaula I will buy the Cinch Version 2. I think I will have a better format for larger books I would like to make.

@craftingwithpaula 3 ай бұрын

@@terristephens9820 makes sense if you are creating photo diaries.

@terristephens9820 3 ай бұрын

@@craftingwithpaula After watching your video a few more times, I have decided that I would like both machines when my budget allows. Here's why: the mini Cinch has the option for a disc punch. This particular one I think would be the most efficient, as it allows the ability to add pages.

@craftingwithpaula 3 ай бұрын

@@terristephens9820 I get it!! Make some journals, diaries, whatever, sell a few and then use the money to get the second. :)

@shugsbug Жыл бұрын

Great review, thanks

@craftingwithpaula Жыл бұрын

you're welcome!

@Jacbean10 5 ай бұрын

Great video. Thanks for sharing

@craftingwithpaula 5 ай бұрын

You’re welcome!

@deniellepodraza7781 5 ай бұрын

I have the mini but now I want the regular. Haha

@craftingwithpaula 5 ай бұрын

Sounds like a crafter to me 😂😂

@deniellepodraza7781 5 ай бұрын

@@craftingwithpaula I just got the thermal also. Hahaha

@user-gw2vo8ko1i Ай бұрын

Thankyou 😊

@craftingwithpaula Ай бұрын

You’re welcome ☺️

@thebudgetbee9694 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for showing how to squish the coils shut! I have the same machine you have and when I tried to close the coils I botched it badly. Thank you!

@craftingwithpaula 5 ай бұрын

It’s a small details that can be frustrating if you don’t know right? You’re welcome!

@traceybartlam7737 4 ай бұрын

Very informative video

@craftingwithpaula 4 ай бұрын

Thanks

@Maria-cy7xd 4 ай бұрын

Thank you for this super informative video! You are very detailed. 🥰 Now I know what I need to buy. Do you have a video on which paper and covers are the best to use?

@magnanorth4713 Ай бұрын

Thanks!

@craftingwithpaula Ай бұрын

Thank you!!🙏

@patriciamaeanthony3838 11 ай бұрын

This video and the one about the mini, are very, very helpful. I am wondering if the leftover sections of the wires can be used by putting them together to form a longer wire for larger notebooks? If so, can wires be intentionally cut in sections so as to make a multi-color binding? Also, I like to make refillable items for myself and to give away. Once the paper is used up, can the cover and any dividers be removed and put together with another stack of papers for cinching with a new wire?

@StellasScrappyCrafts 6 ай бұрын

great tutorial

@craftingwithpaula 6 ай бұрын

Thank you, Stella! I have a new Cinch tutorial coming up next week!

@StellasScrappyCrafts 6 ай бұрын

@@craftingwithpaula I am buying one this week but before I buy anything I always do reviews first. Your video is better than the ones the companies put out. So thank you. I do like the square holes. I already have a binder for coils and one for spirals but I like the look of the wire coils on the cinch. It looks more professional

@craftingwithpaula 6 ай бұрын

I agree with you. I believe the square holes look way more professional than the round ones.

@surgicaltechcrafter2169 11 ай бұрын

Awesome. Thank you. I have all 3 cinch, mini and multi with cartridges. I am getting started on books. Do you have a tutorial on the Valentines Book? What paper did you use on the final notebook?

@craftingwithpaula 11 ай бұрын

All my cinch tutorials are in my Cinch playlist. Sorry, the paper used on the Valentine’s were just loose sheet I bought at the time. Have fun!

@surgicaltechcrafter2169 11 ай бұрын

@@craftingwithpaula sorry, not the paper for the Valentines one the paper for the notebook you put together at the end of the video using the big cinch. You mentioned it was heavy. Just curious what it was.

@lllpearlslll 8 ай бұрын

Thank you for this informative tutorial . Does the punches on the cinch machines except regular spiral wires ?

@craftingwithpaula 8 ай бұрын

There are two kinds of regular cinch. One of them accepts the spiral, because it punches a round hole, but the one I showed is the one that only excepts the other kind of wires. Be careful when you buy them because you need to know which kind of wire you were going to use.

@ThreeGsHomeschool 6 ай бұрын

Love your video!! Would you mind sharing how you made the cover of your notebook?

@craftingwithpaula 6 ай бұрын

In a future video I will.. 😉check my playlist, it shows how I make covers

@karenblack7341 6 ай бұрын

Hi Paula, wonderful video as usual. When you demonstrated the 3 and 3 hole with the middle missing, how to you cinch that? 2 separate pieces of wire? I like the look of that but confused on how to use the cinch wires. Thank you .

@craftingwithpaula 6 ай бұрын

Two pieces with 3 parts each. 😉

@amyhopkins8862 8 ай бұрын

Thank you for this! How do covers work? Is there a standard of material, thickness, etc?

@craftingwithpaula 8 ай бұрын

Check my playlist called Cinch and Mini Cinch tutorials. You will see me making some covers. There is no specific material. When it’s a larger notebook, it’s good to use chipboard, but other than that you can use cardstock you as long as it’s sturdy.

@nisestarmin 2 ай бұрын

Do you have any recomendations for a 2:1 square hole binding machine that allows you to make gaps between holes like the heidi cinch?

@craftingwithpaula 2 ай бұрын

I don’t know any other… it’s the only one I know.😉

@lynnrooney5719 Жыл бұрын

Hi I have the large cinch I understand the 2.1 rule but I don’t understand what size wires to buy .. I have wasted money on some very small ones and my cinch does not clamp them because they are so small … help what size should I buy? Thanks in advance for any replies x

@craftingwithpaula Жыл бұрын

Hi, did you see that the Cinch has the proper sizes printed on it? I only buy the 5/8 inch and one inch. I never use the smaller ones because they don’t really fit much at all.

@veronicajuarez3684 Жыл бұрын

Hi! What about the difference on 2:1 and 3:1 that matter’s?

@craftingwithpaula Жыл бұрын

Yes it does. If you buy a 3:1 it will not work because that’s the distance between the holes. For the Conch you always buy 2:1.

@samanthabyrd1402 Жыл бұрын

How did you make your covers? they are beautiful

@craftingwithpaula Жыл бұрын

I used cardboard on the big one and just created using a paper pad. I also used a border paper punch. Maybe next time I'll show how to create the covers too, but in this case it was not the focus of the video. :)

@samanthabyrd1402 Жыл бұрын

@@craftingwithpaula that would be amazing 😊

@gloriakdesigns1385 5 ай бұрын

Hi just found your video about the cinch.. I'm not a scrapbook person.. Saw some journal books on Poshmark someone made and selling.. what cool craft..One question.. will not the pages the come out when being used a lot... It looks like it doesn't close all the way... I like doing different unique crafts and sell on Poshmark.. so what would you suggest which one to get... i guess it's what I make.. thanks😊

@craftingwithpaula 5 ай бұрын

It never really comes out, it’s a very sturdy notebook. As for the size of the Cinch, it depends on the size of the books you want to make. If there are any or small, get the mini Cinch. I explained everything the video call it should help you.

@thebudgetbee9694 5 ай бұрын

Do you have any thoughts on the multi cinch vs mini cinch?

@craftingwithpaula 5 ай бұрын

It all depends on on your use and preferences. I only use the coil so I see no reason to buy it but if you like the other options, it’s great!

@smugglinpuppies 6 ай бұрын

The regular cinch that’s out today 1-2024 does it do what yours does ? Time : 23:02 in your video ? Thank you ❤❤

@craftingwithpaula 6 ай бұрын

I haven’t seen the new one. But as long as they have these buttons, they will do it. From what I know, the regular sized always have them. That is the basic difference between the large one and the mini.

@sueallen952 5 ай бұрын

Hi, just got my cinch but the wire size is confusing me, when I've gone on amazon UK they are all in mm so for example 19.0mm, then pitch 2:1 and really expensive. I want to make A4 ART JOURNALS but my heads spinning can you help please

@craftingwithpaula 5 ай бұрын

2:1 is what the Cinch uses… Amazon should have affordable ones, that’s where I bui mine. It doesn’t have to be the Cinch brand, thise are ridiculously expensive

@BettyMullins Жыл бұрын

Are your wholes spaced evenly with regular cinch or are they off like the mini cinch? When making with mini cinch the end wholes are not evenly spaced on the paper. Do you have any tricks for the mini cinch?

@craftingwithpaula Жыл бұрын

Soon I’ll publish a video showing how to center it perfectly on the mini. 😉

@BettyMullins Жыл бұрын

@@craftingwithpaula I bought the multi mini cinch with all the cartridges and have trouble getting my ends even.

@craftingwithpaula Жыл бұрын

I have not noticed my holes being off as they always work perfectly with the wires.

@sweetyclayart 5 ай бұрын

Hi, how much inches from the left side of the paper untill end of the gaps? I mean, I want to design something on computer but I have to know where the gaps would be, so my design fits perfectly. Hope you’ll answer🙏🏻

@craftingwithpaula 5 ай бұрын

Send me an email with the precise question… I don’t understand it clearly… then I could send you a picture with all the measurements 😉 craftingwithpaula@gmail.com

@sweetyclayart 5 ай бұрын

@@craftingwithpaula thank you so much, I’m preciated that you answered so fast :) I mailed you about my question of my designe’s frame size, so my design wouldn’t be cut off when I punch it.

@josephKEOarthur 9 ай бұрын

can it do spiral coil? the spring looking binding ..

@craftingwithpaula 9 ай бұрын

There is a regular cinch that uses spiral, so you have to pay attention about which one you buy. If you look at the box, you will know.

@josephKEOarthur 9 ай бұрын

i saw a new one that has a swappable circular hole punch, it seemed new. but there is a dedicated spiral cinch? i would love a link or know the specific name please :) @@craftingwithpaula

@craftingwithpaula 9 ай бұрын

the MINI Cinch now has a version that can do round, square and other types of bindings, it's called the Multi Cinch, here you will find it: shrsl.com/49rzo@@josephKEOarthur

@BettyMullins Жыл бұрын

What is the largest size paper you can bind with the regular cinch?

@craftingwithpaula Жыл бұрын

In a way, there is no limit because you can always move the paper and continue punching. The limitation comes with how long you binding wire is.

@49lucky 11 ай бұрын

I'm having problems getting the right binding wires for the mini cinch..

@craftingwithpaula 11 ай бұрын

here they are: amzn.to/45ncs1K

@eternalsquanch8445 7 ай бұрын

so I have the mini one and 3/4 wire would that work?

@taberwacky 5 ай бұрын

It has to be .625 only.

@eternalsquanch8445 5 ай бұрын

@@taberwacky I made it work. Thx

@elizabethp2040 4 ай бұрын

Just to clarify; can I make the small books with the smaller coils with the larger cinch?

@craftingwithpaula 4 ай бұрын

The coil is the same for either size. 😉

@elizabethp2040 4 ай бұрын

@@craftingwithpaulathanks. I guess I’ll be buying the bigger cinch instead of the mini. Although the mini is cuter 😊

@craftingwithpaula 4 ай бұрын

@@elizabethp2040 isn’t it funny that we’re always attracted to cuteness?😂

@elizabethp2040 4 ай бұрын

@@craftingwithpaula😂 so true. The struggle is REAL.

@BettyMullins Жыл бұрын

I thought mini cinch was a 3:1 pitch....And regular cinch is 2:1 is that correct?

@craftingwithpaula Жыл бұрын

They are both 2:1.

@BettyMullins Жыл бұрын

@@craftingwithpaula ok thanks

@mariebibeyron3137 9 ай бұрын

Amazing tutorial 😅...all i wanted to understand about this incredible cinch...😅 👍💙🩵😅😁🩵🩵🙏🏽

@craftingwithpaula 9 ай бұрын

Thank you! I love it. 🌹

@sharonmicter8608 Жыл бұрын

Thank you