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I noticed you say to use waxed thread above. Can I use waxed dental floss, which is made from polyester?

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You can use dental floss if you wish, but bear in mind some dental floss is stretchy, not to mention minty.

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Can I use double sided tape instead of staples?

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Yes, but staples are much stronger. It's unlikely your book will stay together very long if you use tape.

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How long does this project take (approximately)?

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It depends on which method you choose to use. The taping method is the shortest and easiest, and each method takes progressively more time, with the single sheet binding method taking about half a day.

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How can I make a book with a lock?

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Cut or drill two holes in the cover and reinforce it with metal. Then you can stick a lock through it.

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How can I add new pages to the book after binding it and adding a cover?

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You can't, unfortunately.

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How do you make a book hardcover?

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You can make a book hard cover by using the single sheet binding method. Just make sure your cover is thin enough to pierce with an awl.

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What type of thread do I use?

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Wax thread is the strongest, but also the most expensive. You could use sewing thread instead, though it's best if you double-thread it. If you don't double-thread, it's unlikely your book will stay together for long.

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What is the best binding for a children's book that is printed using card stock?

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Sewing the book would be easier since you used harder paper. Using wax thread would be the best, but it is also expensive. You can also use regular sewing thread, but you would have to double thread. If you don't double thread, it is likely your book will fall apart.

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Is there any way I can bind a book so that the pages are normal printer size, with stuff pre-printed on them?

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Yes, that is possible. Just make sure that your typed/printed content has a 1-inch (2.5cm) indent, so that you can sew/tape the book together.

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Can you use cardboard for a hardcover book?

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Yes, cardboard is definitely the best material to use for a hardcover book. You can either print or draw your cover content on a piece of paper and then glue it to the cardboard, or you can glue on blank paper. You can also use fabric or leather to cover the cardboard.

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What is the best binding method for a homemade junk journal?

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The tape method is the best, fastest, and easiest method for binding a junk journal.

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