how I make my zines

Long awaited, this is a how-to on zines! I decided to include a short speed-paint to open up the video so y'all can also see how I scan in my illustrations.
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[@ser-eniteapot]

For anyone confused, here's a breakdown of the process as I understand it (as someone relatively new to zinemaking) 1) (not pictured) Find a theme or concept for your zine. The amount of planning you do will vary from person to person - I like to plan out every little detail before I take my pen to paper, but others just need a general theme to work with before starting. 2) Begin creating the illustrations! These can be done digitally or by hand. 3) Begin creating the text you want! Some people do steps 2-3 at the same time, others do step 3 then step 2, I like to do step 3 in the planning process. It all depends! Some zines might not even have text. 4) Import your images into the zine template. If you draw traditionally like her, you'll need to scan your images first. If you don't have a scanner at home, most libraries have one, or you can use a scanning app! I recommend CamScanner, it's on IOS and Android and creates crisp images. The watermark can easily be cropped out as well, if you don't want to pay the subscription fee. 5) Organize your images and text. This is honestly one of my favorite parts, getting to see how everything falls together is so satisfying. 6) Print out your pages. Cut them to the proper sizes, if needed. 7) Bind the pages together! Depending on the type of zine, this may vary - Some zines are made by folding a single sheet of paper, and require little to no tap/glue. Others are sewn or stapled together, like this one! There's all sorts of methods. 8) Enjoy your new zine!

[@shawnasanimes3636]

What kinda paper? She's using

[@shawnasanimes3636]

Moreover what type of binding wire she's using

[@dubshelb]

I know this video is 4 years old, but I used your tutorial to bind my first zine! Thank you.

[@NicolasSequeira]

Excellent guide here. Zine-making is a time-honored tradition and it really stands the test of time

[@Oshyano]

Zines are so much fun to create. Your style is so good, love it

[@riverjuniper]

this is one of the most inspirational videos I've ever seen thank you! :)

[@lindsayryan2734]

Watching this made my whole week! So lovely, dayi. Keep doing what you’re doing and hope that you’re enjoying the craft!!

[@ouch.tattoos]

Lindsays Books tysmmm 🥰

[@gumbi001]

Thank you so much for this video! So excited to make my zine by hand this time!

[@jadawong4120]

Thank you for sharing your process! I love this and your art so much! 👍🏼

[@ouch.tattoos]

Jada Wong yay thank you!!!

[@CR-sg7bt]

Thank you for sharing! I’d love to make a zine one day! As much as I want to, i dont have anyone to share it with or anyone to show it to so I feel like no one will ever get to see my work except for me

[@lovelyotter8390]

That’s always a concern, but even then, I think you should go for it!

[@arnoldbarnet4161]

Make them any way, and leave them in public places. And walk away.

[@tudibelle]

Your drawings are beautiful, and the video was really useful, thank you.

[@sabrinaartlife3766]

Thank you for sharing, Awesome ❤

[@mortimerwhitey2108]

Such good art and good eye for layout - love everything!! ❤❤

[@felichiebiancalaroya5244]

I'm really confused abt how you do the placement before printing heheh bc the pages are back to back right? Hehehe i hope you can do a detailed tutorial abt it.. thank you!

[@gabrielstjernberg]

She's using a program called InDesign, which solves that stuff for you! Hope that helped!

[@gabesgabesgabes]

@@gabrielstjernberg What format do you need save the archive for print like that?

[@AskJeaves]

Your process is incredible

[@yomantrav]

this is mad dope🔥

[@luchoazulreyes6082]

MUY Bello Trabajo y Obra de ARTE, me encanta lo hermoso que queda

[@aya_illustration]

Thank you so much for sharing the process, I have never done a zine before but would like to try. Can I ask what printer did you use for your zine pls? Many thanks!

[@mozamozi8637]

This is so gorgeous! 😭❤️✨

[@shawnasanimes3636]

This video is awesome

[@fridaescatell]

What program is being used? Thanks for the video!

[@LadySlabriella]

Stunning

[@lavadelablue1244]

this is amazing! thank you for sharing

[@thesoftalpha]

you’re so talented. glad i came across this video & your channel! as someone who is a novice to creating zines, can you share where you purchased your tools? (the thing to stab the holes and the other tool?)

[@rivasheart5112]

They sell paper craft tool kits on amazon. I would love to know what program she used-some have commented adobe.

[@ouch.tattoos]

Hi ! I haven't been checking comments for like a year lol -- I used an awl (pointy thing) and a bone folder. Both can be found at any craft/arts supply store. :)

[@prakashvaishale252]

I just love your creativity 😍😍😍😍😘

[@dreamsandpromises5564]

wonderful

[@by.naomiliz]

Love your videos!!!! 😍

[@shawnasanimes3636]

What kinda materials are you using? Please inform. Kindly 😊

[@lachybillington9294]

can you make a tutorial on how to print them like that from Indesign please!!!!

[@abelardarossi3806]

What's the program you used to create the layout of the zine? It is actually great tho

[@raniaabdalla9716]

Abelarda Rossi i think it’s Adobe InDesign but i’m not 100% sure

[@gabrielstjernberg]

@@raniaabdalla9716 It is!

[@breathethruart1040]

hi, what kind of paper did you use for the zines? did u use a different paper for the cover? thank you!

[@booger8807]

:( I wished i could get this jdhdhdhd this is just soo prettyyy

[@ouch.tattoos]

milky peach !!! It is on my online store if you’re interested 🥰

[@artwhisps312]

I really love your work! I saw the video that said that you go to cooper union. I’m really interested in applying there next year, but I don’t have high hopes of getting in. So I’m wondering if there’s anywhere I can contact you (instagram, email or anything) about improving what I have of my portfolio so far and what I should work on and focus on for cooper union?

[@ouch.tattoos]

Art Whisps dm me on insta ⭐️

[@artwhisps312]

Dayi Tofu ok, thank you!

[@juliastephaniec3146]

are you drawing the outline with a color pencil and then filling it in with watercolor?

[@oscarestrada8477]

What software are you using

[@Fledgelingelk]

Hi there! I know this was made many years ago, but I am still interested in your process. I am making a zine right now on indesign, and I am confused on how to print foldable zines. Everyone online besides you seems to be paying someone to print their zine for them, but I want to just print mine at home. Would you be able to show me the template you use for your zines and how you export to print?

[@ch1pdrawz]

@brattyxbre has a 'how to make a zine on an ipad' video. She shows how to lay it out in general so you don't need to specifically follow it, but she has some great tips for zines in general 😊 I know this comment is a few months ago but I hope you still get something from this lol.

[@ouch.tattoos]

I design and print everything from indesign, which is a program set up to make/print booklets easiily!

[@SolidBoy82]

Thank you for sharing!

[@annelieselong7448]

really inspiring

[@ritambharasingh3187]

Which paper did you use?

[@irminabenson2134]

What is the needle tool called

[@thehiddentiger2199]

Awesome

[@agitageral]

e cade a historia do seu zine? eu vi mais um livro de ilustrações e nao um zine com quadrinhos e historia

[@shangb4106]

What's the red pencil used for outlining? :)

[@tatezimmer6477]

What kind of sketchbook is that?

[@rokafka]

🖤

[@Gertyprunes69]

What Watercolours are these?!?!

[@maikeannamohr2119]

😍😍😍

[@egashofiyani497]

is it she used corel apps or what?

[@murderballad1154]

L♥ve this.

[@Oshyano]

Zines are so much fun to create. Your style is so good, love it