HOW TO BE A ZINE MAKER ✔ (5 *FOOLPROOF* Steps)

[@brattyxbre]

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[@lunarvoyages]

my biggest flex is that i taught my 77 year old father in law about zines by showing him a bunch of my collection and he just started making his own

[@khiclark31]

That is cool👍🏾

[@salishanmusic]

That's lovely

[@rhiannonseabolt9340]

Wow! I bet he has some really cool stories!

[@MariannesStudio]

On the topic of making art for yourself first and not with an audience in mind: I find that the more honest you are with your expeession, the more it resonates with people. If you create what you THINK people want, you end up with a watered down, middle of the road kind of thing that could half resonate with a lot of people, but doesn't end up really connecting with anyone deep down.

[@FunkyLittlePoptart]

"I'm saying community a lot." Well, yeah. Community is the whole point. I was obsessed with punk rock and zines when I was in high school eleventy-billion years ago and I'm so glad to see you here telling people to make something that is so inherently not digital! There's a reason perzines still exist and personal blogs mostly don't. It's because in a zine you can see the hand of the maker. It's imperfect and weird and real- you don't get that online. I don't know how, but the internet and in particular the specific formats of social media compress everyone down to the lowest common denominator and then you can"t tell anyone apart.

[@brattyxbre]

Agreed! ❤️❤️

[@unwrittenbook]

Finding Zines in rural Japan is a bit of a challenge, so online zines are really great for me. I know there are some festivals, but language barriers are an issue, but I guess I am working my way through those as well 😂 I also use Zine making in my lessons (language classes) and while it is a bit more guided and specific, it is a great way to introduce zines to younger people. And lastly I technically wrote a zine…but I am stuck with the spell check😅 so let‘s see when this one gets finished.

[@natrod1012]

would be open to helping you edit your zine

[@unwrittenbook]

@@natrod1012 thanks so much for the offer. For now it is alright :) I might be able to rope my friend into it…

[@thejackalman]

I checked all of my messaging apps so many times while having this on my 2nd screen and listening 😂 ya got me

[@RandomSyaf]

Hello from Malaysia 🇲🇾. Your videos have inspired to create my own zine! Printing one by the end of the week.

[@brattyxbre]

Malaysia! Hello! Let’s gooooo new zine!! ❤️❤️

[@maxinelives]

i love your ideas, and i love that you took a second to speak up for Palestine-- this is the first video of yours i watched and you got a subscribe for that for sure. thank you thank you thank you

[@brattyxbre]

🥰🫶🏽

[@soft.jungle]

BABE, BABE WAKE UP NEW BRATTYBRE VIDEO DROPPED💖✨️

[@brattyxbre]

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[@escher3209]

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[@astraldeer]

For step 4, the mindset I have when making zines is: create a KZbin video-like situation in text. What colors do I associate with the mood? What's engaging without overstimulating the visual work? Also... Thank you for these videos. I'm working on my first zine about video games because of them. (Slow but steady process, and I'm enjoying it a LOT)

[@brattyxbre]

Your process is neat and so intuitive. I like how you ask yourself those questions so you can be more intentional with your work, thank you for sharing this 🙏🏽 Let me know how your video game Zine goes!! Happy international zine month 🫡

[@rvgenaille]

Hi. Thank you for the video. I actually just started making zines in June, as I was looking for a way to give my grade six students something to help them remember poetic devices and ended up making a one page mini-zine which was fun to make. I made some more just for me and am kind of obsessed. I worried about being a 49 year old making this but, you’re right, it is for me, no one else, necessarily. I am looking at making a little zine library in my classroom next year and maybe using them as a way for kids to show their learning on topics and such.

[@brattyxbre]

🥰❤️

[@StayCuriousArtist]

Thnx Bre !! I learned about zines from you a year ago at least and now I’ve gone to multiple zine workshops, traded zines, and made 4 of my own zines. Kinda obsessed with them now ❤️‍🔥

[@brattyxbre]

IM PROUD OF YOU 🥹

[@ferragottiart]

I love adding tactile bits in my zines! pop-ups and pull tabs are so fun to do! When I tabled, I also had a section where I showed my originals so people could see the collage and paint elements of them as well, and people seemed to really like it :)

[@jayceebutler1458]

BRE! I just wanted to say you have inspired me SO much to make zines and get out of my creative funk! I was making lots of alter books during the pandemic and so learning about zines from you really made me excited for the endless possibilities of what I can make! I’m so glad I found your channel 🤍 thank you for all of the tips and tricks!

[@brattyxbre]

I LOVE HEARING THIS!! I’m happy to be in this zine community with you and just so stoked my content has been helpful in your creative journey. Keep going ✂️❤️

[@PorschaWrites]

The reason I adore your channel is because it's so real! Ugghh I'm a writer and I have some bylines and trying to write and not publish with places and spaces that will censor over edit and destroy what I'm trying to convey as a Black woman. It's challenge. I'm trying to step into putting out my own zines. I'm also heavy into collage so it's perfect and not having to wait 6-12 months for something I wrote to come out.

[@brattyxbre]

This is such a great example of why zines rule. Thank you for sharing (and watching!) It’s a beautiful thing, to give yourself permission to create anytime you want without the censorship or dismissive microagressions of others ♥️ Let me know how making your zine goes, you got this!!

[@Artfully_J]

Hi Bre, I've watched a few of your vids, and have decided to take the plunge. I am about 75% done with my third perZine. The experience is quickly becoming a new passion, for me. So far, I've done two 8 x 5.5 sixteen page zines with poetry and art; and an eight page mini-zine of Haiku. As an art-hobbyist, zines are a perfect outlet, and complement for my artistry. So, thanks for sharing your vids, and spreading enlightenment about zines.

[@also_perhaps_art]

i found Bre's channel a few months ago and i too have been cranking zines to complement & support the way i make art 👏🏽

[@brattyxbre]

YES!! 💃🏽🪩🎊 *I’m happy dancing*

[@brattyxbre]

🫂❤️

[@aielianna]

I’ve been seeing things about zines on tik tok but I didn’t really get “it” until now. This form of self expression seems perfect for me and I can’t wait to make my first one! Will be subscribing :)

[@brattyxbre]

I’m excited for you! Thank you for watching and subscribing, that really means a lot to me 🥰

[@NatashaLeecole]

I wanna make my first zine💚 a poetry zine. Idk when exactly I’ll get around to it, but when I do I’ll already know where to begin and how to complete the process👌🏽

[@brattyxbre]

I’m rooting for you, Natasha!!

[@idlerwheel]

@@NatashaLeecole do it. It's so rewarding. Make it and don't spend too long worrying if it's any good. Just make it and eventually you will make great things ❤️

[@raebae90]

Do it! I’m at a whopping two zines… it’s a great outlet!

[@NatashaLeecole]

@@raebae90 thank you! 🤍 What did you do your 2 zines about?

[@NatashaLeecole]

@@idlerwheel thank you!! That’s usually a big issue of mine, worrying about the process, worrying about if it’s any good, just worrying in general lol 😅

[@YarnsDIY]

1:35 this is a complete new concept I have came to you are totally inspiring!! I think i kind of resonate I do crochet fashion basically for a living and a Hobby

[@brattyxbre]

Ooo I’ve always wanted to learn how to crochet!! 🧶 I watch mrsmoonheaven a lot idk if you know her but I love ur crochet community!! Maybe you could make a crochet zine that would be legendary

[@YarnsDIY]

@@brattyxbre absolutely there's always inspiration somewhere

[@pongtrometer]

First time here…hi Bre and folks, this a great intro vid…I’m addicted to creating, so that’s why I clicked 😅. Your pop up zine is amazing…. I’m gonna checkout your link and your zines, so far your zines look like they are artefacts that could be in exhibition. Enjoy , cheers 🙃

[@brattyxbre]

You’re so sweet, thank you! I’m glad you’re addicted to creating…the world needs more of that. Never stop making things!! ♥️

[@kedrynevans6240]

Another great video and wonderful messages for creatives- of all kinds, really. Lots of your message works for so much more than zine making, love it. I really appreciate you- thanks for the note about Steamboat Willie- loved that you had read my message! I haven't made any zines yet- think I may try- especially since it's national zine month, but I bought your copyright zine because I teach some collage classes and I thought it would be a great way to let my students know a bit more about "safe" art practice. Wish you well and happy zining! :)

[@liquidplayhouse]

hi Bre!! in all the research i've done around zines, i've found your content to be among my favorite. i've been reading more and slowly making my own zines over the last few months largely because of your channel. right now i'm taking a swing at creating a straight forward perzine and it's kinda scary!! but still fun 😅anyway, thank you for all the work you put into this!

[@brattyxbre]

Perzine!! Yes, I love those they are my favorites. I think you'll find the end result incredibly rewarding. Let me know how it goes for you. I'm happy my channel can be part of your creative journey ♥

[@valisha.1111]

Now I just want to get started and make zines for myself !! If it turns out to readable I. will definitely send one to you! Thank you again for being so inspiring and being so authentically you 💗

[@deanna7522]

Yes I just decided this week to make zines!! I’m loving all this content 🙏🏻

[@brattyxbre]

You got this 💪🏽😎✂️

[@allitheanomaly]

I’m stuck in the expression vs. impression part 🫠 and I have to read more zines too!! I jumped into trying to make my own first without developing my taste around them.

[@brattyxbre]

That’s okay that you jumped in first before exploring zines around you, I did that too! If you find your style that way great, but if not reading more zines is always helpful. You got this!! Just keep exploring yourself with zines and you’ll unlock some pretty neat stuff. Thanks for watching ❤️ wishing you the best in your creative journey!!

[@lynnboartsdye1943]

I’m so excited!! I’ve been working a full time job and school at once with little time to work on my zines but I managed to get a chance to visit a zine potluck (so free food and zine trading) and It’s really inspiring to see a zine community in my own town. I can’t wait to see more of your videos coming up! That altoids zine was too cool! Would you consider a tutorial for flexagons? I haven’t seen them before your shop but they’re amazing to watch open and become new images

[@brattyxbre]

A zine potluck?? 🤯 Lucky! That sounds so rad. Oh I actually held a workshop last year on how I make flexagons. It’s in my free zine resources doc that I mention in the video! Check it out here, it’s a step by step walk through ⬇️ vimeo.com/878780564?share=copy I hope you find it helpful - let me know how it goes for you if you try your hand at it. Thanks for watching todays video ❤️

[@lynnboartsdye1943]

@@brattyxbre thank you!! I’ll hop over there right away! :D

[@GR8FLMD3AD]

Thank you for being so supportive!❤

[@brattyxbre]

It’s my pleasure ♥️♥️

[@dollfiend]

I had no idea I was doing these stuff when I was a kid, and did a little uring the pandemic. I might publish some soon wahahah

[@MariannesStudio]

Yayyy a new Bre video!

[@brattyxbre]

I hope you like it. Oh, and happy international zine month! ❤️✂️

[@myhandsaslanguage]

I’ve been meaning to make some zines this month, so thank you for this video to hype me up!

[@brattyxbre]

@@myhandsaslanguage anytime 😉

[@valasafantastic1055]

I want to make zines. The only one I’ve made so far is a business card one page zine. I really want to get and make more!

[@HikariSatou]

This video was so helpful! I've finally settled on a first zine and it's coming along, but I've been so stuck in my head.

[@jumies4056]

i was hoping to make the premiere yesterday but i was running late already so now i get to sit down with a cup of tea and watch it today!

[@carmenkern4307]

Thanks for the tips and for the ongoing inspiration you give me! And happy zine month!

[@brattyxbre]

Happy zine month! 🥰🙏🏽

[@taliacastelli6151]

OMG this is exactly the kind of think I've been looking for. Thank you!! I'm gonna do it today hehe.

[@brattyxbre]

Heck yeah!!! Have fun 🥰

[@carterevanroust]

You are such an inspiration! Thank you for all your videos.

[@little_racoon_boi]

i want to make a zine now :) thank you for the spark of inspiration!! ✨

[@blackfeathercrafts]

We did this in 6th grade. Keep in mind I graduated high school in 1986.

[@freckle_face2254]

Yesss love collaging like this!

[@QuesadillaWizard]

Thank you for making this video! I love zines!

[@Jasmine-ot8br]

Alright let me go ahead and start lol

[@pnksng]

SUCH A GOOD VIDEO!!

[@brattyxbre]

☺️♥️

[@yasmeenw7227]

Thank you for the lovely video 🍉💛

[@idlerwheel]

I maje zines and you inspired me to make a mini zine. Thanks.

[@brattyxbre]

I’m thrilled to hear this ❤️❤️ Keep going!

[@idlerwheel]

@@brattyxbre I'm in AZ...are you familiar with a community in the Phoenix area possibly. Just trying to find my people.

[@brattyxbre]

​@@idlerwheel Yes actually there is a PHX Zine Fest coming up near you... here is the link with all the info! Maybe you can make it to this, it will be in September ⬇ www.wizd-az.com/phxzinefest.html

[@idlerwheel]

@@brattyxbre I got a half table at PHX Zine Fest because you inspired me! Keep an eye out for godsfulcrum! #pzf24

[@khiclark31]

I'm not sure what kind of zine i want to make. I think i want to tell a story or make a manga. Thanks for this viodeo.

[@brattyxbre]

Those are great ideas 💡✨👌🏽

[@zonametroteve]

thank you for your video very helpful

[@brattyxbre]

☺️🙏🏽

[@PossumMedic]

Step 1 complete! 💪

[@brattyxbre]

HUZZAH! 😁

[@MrViscom78]

Very encouraging comments so far. You have found some success at this. What do you attribute that to?

[@brattyxbre]

My passion for what I do 🥰

[@charlieTtea]

in a shocking turn of events I remembered to post about my zines today LOL. I also need to film a video of the backlog of zines I've accumulated since my last haul/unboxing haha

[@brattyxbre]

I knew I wasn't trippin' that I haven't seen one of your infamous unboxings lately 🤔 I can't wait to see what you've collected and wanna show us! Happy international zine month, Charlie!!

[@thursdaygirl7]

Ughhh I really needed number 4. Perfectionism is kicking my ass and preventing me from finishing the zine I tried to make 😣

[@brattyxbre]

Be easy on yourself, friend! You got it 😼

[@matocajsa9096]

I want to make horror comic zines and fairy tale comic zines. But dunno how to improve my horror storytelling causd its not scary at all.😢😢😢

[@brattyxbre]

I’d suggest reading a lot more horror comic zines, if you haven’t already! This will show you different ways of implementing horror in your work. Also, try not to be hard on yourself…the more you practice making your zines the better they will get 🥰 The first couple may not come out the way you want it to, but if you keep chipping away at it you’ll get the zine you want eventually. It’s a process!

[@matocajsa9096]

@@brattyxbre thanks. And can those horror comic zines be found on Internet archive. Cause im from eu and Don’t have easy access to zine at all.

[@brattyxbre]

I’m not sure, you’d have to look through it! I typically only read the perzines. Maybe you could find some digital downloads with these horror zines down below ⬇️ www.etsy.com/market/horror_zines

[@matocajsa9096]

@@brattyxbre seems i found old creepy and eerie publications on internet archive. maybe that will help? cuz format is similar.

[@coreybananas]

When it comes to drawing spooky stuff I always try to take less from what is typically considered scary and more from what I find scary. For example I find large animals like horses intimidating and Im massively creeped out by sea creatures, so I might combine aspects of those while drawing a monster.

[@TheSeensca]

❤❤谢谢你。 马来西亚漫画家

[@FLUXUS-u2k]

when someone asked what are some steps to be a zine maker i said be mentally ill

[@brattyxbre]

Can confirm

[@simons6110]

cool video i did not know your channel before. a bit of contructive criticsm: i got pretty annoyed about how often you use the discord sound in this. less would have worked better imo

[@brattyxbre]

Thanks for watching 😁

[@19mduffy]

DO NOT USE DISCORD NOTIFICATION SOUNDS IN YOUR VIDEOS OMG WTF ARE YOU ON

[@19mduffy]

@@brattyxbre YEAH I CLICKED OFF BECAUSE I THOUGHT I WAS GETTING A MESSAGE WHY WOULD YOU WANT THIS, THIS IS A GENUINE CRITIQUE YOU SHOULD PROBABLY LISTEN TO IT.

[@brattyxbre]

Don’t talk to me like this

[@19mduffy]

​@@brattyxbre I'M NOT TALKING TO YOU I AM TYPING TO YOU, I'LL TYPE HOWEVER THE F I WANT. THIS IS NOT REAL LIFE, IT'S NOT THE SAME, I REJECT POST MODERN INTERNET HYPER REALITY. I REJECT THE ALGORITHM THAT MADE ME CLICK THIS VIDEO, I AM NOT A SLAVE TO MEDIA CONSUMPTION. I WILL MAKE A ZINE WITHOUT YOUR HELP. I AM LASHING OUT. AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA

[@Jsarmy87124]

​@@19mduffy😮😮😮

[@adorabao.studio]

I've always to create a zine. Good to know July is the perfect month to do it haha!

[@jesswellman6553]

I’m making one rn 🫶