Binding Posts Guide: Multi-use, Leather & Paper Handmade Projects
Binding Posts — Your metal accessory for versatile binding in paper and leather crafts
A binding post, also known as a Chicago screw or screw post, consists of a hollow metal barrel and cap. It provides a robust, reusable fastening method by pressing or tapping the two parts together
🌈 Multi‑Purpose Applications
Paper Binding: Ideal for accounting ledgers, document organization, notebooks, and archives—binding large stacks of paper neatly and securely, more durable than glue or thread binding
Leather & Handcraft: Leather hobbyists can use binding posts to design seam‑free leather bags, notebook covers, phone cases, and accessories, adding both strength and aesthetic appeal
🎨 Creative Use Features
Varied Material Options: Available in aluminum, stainless steel, copper, etc., with different finishes or colors to match your design vision
Flexible Head Styles: Heads can be made in slotted, Phillips, hex, Torx or custom shapes—functional and decorative for creative crafts
Expandable Design: Extensions allow for additional thickness without dismantling pages or materials, enabling flexible adjustments for DIY projects