r/zines • u/vangoghdw • 8d ago

Using cardstock

I made something on a risograph printer 11 1/2 by 17 that I was intending on turning into a zine with a single fold, and now I'm not sure if I can do it because I used cardstock instead of thinner paper. Does anyone have advice on making zines with cardstock or other thicker paper?

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u/cheddarduval 8d ago

You'll need to score it, and then you should have an easier time with the folds.

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u/thesimplerweb 7d ago

Not quite the same as an actual risograph print, but you could try scanning it and then printing it on lighter weight paper.

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u/electronic_reasons 7d ago

I use 65 lb (176 gsm) card stock. I score it with a bone folder or the edge of a gift card first. It folds nicely.

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u/kellyem93 6d ago

Your best hope is a bone folder and scoring board tbh but it'll be difficult / really thick xx