Thanks for your interest! You’re amazing. Download my zine for free below. Print with your own paper. It’s an easy one page design. I’ll show you how to fold and assemble it.
Required: Printer and Paper (8.5 x 11" Letter Size)
Optional: Scissors, Pens, Markers, Bone Folder
Important: Choose to print “Actual Size” or 100% size. Usually this is a printer panel option right before pressing the print button. You do not want the printer to resize the page because the folds won’t line up nicely.
Step 3: Fold the page 4 times as shown:
The example above has green lines to highlight where you fold the paper. Basically fold the page in half the long way and in fourths the short way. Watch the video below for a visual example. All 4 folds should be sharp and precise, matching up corners as best you can. A bone folder or similar tool will help you flatten and smooth the crease of your folds.
Step 4: Make a single cut down the middle of the page along the printed black line.
The example above has an orange line to highlight where you cut the paper but on your page you'll see a thin black line. Use scissors, a blade, or tear along the black line with your hands like I do in the video below. Only cut along the black line, not beyond it.
Step 5: Fold your zine into a booklet. Video below. Color and decorate the pages with pens, markers, washi tape, or other creative ways you feel inspired. I used Posca paint pens to trace the rainbow.
I sincerely hope this message inspires you to take action making your dreams come true. If you're curious, read the newsletter that inspired me to design, print, and distribute this project. Please don't forget to share your love!
DISCLAIMER: This document is intended for personal use only. Not for distribution on other websites. If you plan to print and give away my zine please do not remove my credit or alter any of the content. Online useage should include a link to HelloBrett.com. For commercial inquiries, please contact me.
WHY DID YOU MAKE THIS? I've been a multimedia artist my whole life and my heart is always talking. What good is it to feel inspired, but do nothing? Some years I fall short, but in 2026 I've felt a renewed energy to let my heart speak louder. Making this zine is an act of love and sharing love I have inside. I write a lot about this from my Art & Inspiration Desk. I suspect you'll enjoy reading what I write there because I go into much greater depth about why I create the art that I do and it seems like you're interested. Sign up to receive my emails or simply read the posts.
WHAT DID YOU THINK? Not that art needs explanation, but I am curious and I know others are too. Where did you receive the zine? Did you feel inspired? Did you take action? Are you an artist too? I’d love feedback from nice people.
