How to Print and Bind Your Digital Colouring Books
How to Print and Bind Your Digital Colouring Books
Step-by-step instructions for printing and binding your digital downloads at home.
Make your digital colouring or activity books feel like real, professional materials. Here’s how:
- Choose the Right Paper: Use bright white, medium-weight paper (120–160gsm) for vibrant colours and minimal bleed-through.
- Set Print Quality: Use the “Best” setting and choose “Fit to Page” or “Actual Size” depending on the design layout.
- Print in Batches: To avoid printer jams or ink waste, print 5–10 pages at a time.
- Binding Options:
- Staple along the edge and cover with coloured tape
- Use a 3-ring binder for flexibility
- Try a thermal binder for a polished look
- Add a Cover Page: Download one of our free printable covers to personalize your book.
Start a Colouring Club for Kids | Free Guide
Everything you need to run a fun, weekly colouring club for kids at home or school.
- Pick a Weekly Theme: Animals, outer space, holidays—rotate to keep things fresh.
- Print in Advance: Use our pre-designed printable packs for each session.
- Create a Club Wall: Display kids’ work proudly on a bulletin board or fridge.
- Incentivize Participation: Offer stickers or small rewards.
- Invite Others: Encourage friends, classmates, or siblings to join.
Download the Starter Kit Printables
Eco-Friendly Tips for Printing Digital Colouring Books
Learn sustainable ways to print and reuse your colouring pages.
- Use Recycled Paper: Available at most office stores; eco-friendly and effective.
- Print Double-Sided: Reduce paper usage while keeping books compact.
- Use Soy or Eco Inks: Many modern home printers support them.
- Digitally Colour: Load PDFs into apps like Procreate or Adobe Fresco.
- Repurpose Pages: Use coloured pages as gift wrap, bookmarks, or decorations.
See Our Sustainable Print Packs
Fun Ways to Use Colouring Pages Beyond the Basics
Discover unique activities to repurpose your colouring pages for decor, games, and mindfulness.
- Wall Art: Frame your favourite designs or mount them on colourful cardstock.
- Memory Games: Print two copies of mini pages and play match-the-pairs.
- Mindfulness Moments: Set a timer and colour quietly for 10 minutes a day.
- Seasonal Crafts: Turn coloured pages into festive garlands or cards.
- Story Starters: Colour a character and write a story around it.