If I Started Making Zines in 2025, I'd Do This

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I've learned many valuable lessons over the past 7+ years of making zines and in today's video I will share my top tips for beginners. From discussing the importance of being bored to why you should keep all of your trash, I hope this advice inspires you in your zine journey in 2025 and beyond.

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T I M E S T A M P S:
0:00 Intro
0:17 What is a zine?
1:08 Be Bored
5:50 Keep Your Trash
7:18 Support Zine Fests
9:50 Archive Your Zines
14:50 Trade
20:15 Leave a comment

[beebo]

A month or so ago, when the internet archive went down and then back up, it made me realize how fast vital information could be lost. I downloaded tons of books and zines which Im going to sift through for years to come

[miel-russell]

okay so I've been really itching to make something (a zine) for days now. with a mixture of exhaustion and late-winter blahs holding me back, I was actually kind of frustrated that no idea was actually sparking interest within me. HOWEVER! after watching this video (and I haven't even finished it yet) I am actually inspired to make something: when people are like "oh I don't want to be perceived, " that Really frustrates me for some of the same reasons you say in your video. Even outside of zine-making and other artistry, the idea that any PERSON exists in a vacuum is a little absurd to me because community and interaction is such a key core to how we thrive in our world. think of all the forces trying to isolate us, shame us, and so on. I think this is going to be my next zine. Thank you for the inspiration, Bre!!

[edawnpersonacc]

This is so real. I sleep-deprive myself so I don't have to be alone with my thoughts while waiting to fall asleep. Creativity... needs to be accessed through quiet boredom more instead of "scrolling for inspiration"

[hoodhippie]

You content helps me focus . I just made a whole zine while listening to you . Yesterday I did a whole half hour of guitar practice to your other video idk hearing you talk your positive ish in the background might be working ❤❤❤❤

[blu-]

The algorithm brought me here! I already collect (hoard) paper and like doing collage, Ill watch more of your videos and give Zines a try!

[TamaraNeil-wf]

I made my first zine after watching some of your videos. It is basic but I am so happy I just did it. Thank you for the inspiration.❤🎉

[pickles_andfries]

Journally has been my go to for so long because looking at the thoughts makes them feel small and power less yes it still bugs me but instead of thinking about everything I can see what it is and my feelings in words rather then over thinking that feelings and zines i love making them when I want to make art with that emotion :] any way love yall love your self have a great day

[wildsorcerer]

i’ve started making zines over the last few months and it’s been an amazing creative outlet

[idkanymore]

This is such a creative idea i love it. And it doesn’t revolve around being on the internet or something its just a hobby that’s accessible and creative

[satansatansatan]

so good advice, as always. i agree that the internet isnt going anywhere but aside from a few things i'm bored of it. thanks for all the videos and have a nice holiday season ✨

[pvtpivot_]

Love your videos and tips! this was my first year of zine making and distributing. Having your videos as a guide made things SO much easier! Keep creating 💕 Happy Holidays!

[dirtblort]

really informative and inspirational video! thank you! ✋

[igsamiru]

When she said keep you trash then a little bit after 'just like your friends' I tought she was going to say, 'couse your friends are trash and you still keep them right? AHahahhaha oh my head, just why 🤣🤣ahsuhaususahsau

[Bellingtn-]

You’re aggressively inspiring me rn and by that I mean my heart is racing with ideas of things to say and make and Ways to improve my life and creative output and suddenly I’m also sad we’re not able to be friends In real life !? Anyways, thank you and also hi! I’ll probably be watching you from here on out

[sofiaspeakman]

Such a cool video! I’ve been interested in making a zine of some kind, maybe with nature poetry. The idea of a zinefest sounds amazing. I’ll have to see if there’s any near me. Definitely subscribing :)

[artisticomens]

Oh you saying abiut driving around in silence, i don't drive, but i run a lot... I used to ALWAYS listen to music whilst running, if i forget my headphone, i don't go on a run... but I started running without them, and my god does it help. That's like the best advice you can give

[Biba]

I love zines! You can combine them with collage and short poems or thoughts

[FallenLamp]

Hey dude! I have a question, where's somewhere cheap or free I can copy my zines?

[matocajsa]

i write short stories in different language, so if i want to trade i will need to translate to english for global trades. Do you have any advice?

[HenriHodge]

the google drive with zine fests hasn't been updated since 2022 :((