Zine Printing
Creative Projects, Unique Designs, Publish yourself.
Zines are a creative way to showcase your group's project. Print custom Zines that include your groups Artworks, Personal Stories and Storytelling. Publish yourself and show the audience your message and work. You can choose between a variety of different papers and finishes, as well as sizes and quantities. Find the perfect combination to realize your project. If you are interested in more multiple page formats, also check out our Booklet Printing.
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Create Your Zines
Here you may select the desired type of binding for your calendars.
The ring binding, also called spiral or wire-O bond, is a classic and popular book binding method which is used for presentations in particular. With a metal wire, a twin spiral is formed, which runs through previously perforated sheets of paper. This is a cheap but also stable binding type. Depending on the book thickness or number of sheets, different spiral diameters are used. This enables the best possible turning over of your printed information.
Size is measured in inches (except for Banners).
Your artwork must be submitted in this size plus bleed. For more information please go to Bleed & Safe Area.
If your product includes folding, this is the size before folding.
Catalogs/Magazines and Calendars are not considered folded products. Their size refers to one page.
For catalogs and saddle stitched calendars, pages are available in multiples of 4 because sheets are folded over and bound in the middle, resulting in 4 pages per sheet.
For wire-o calendars, 13 or 14 pages are available.
One way or another, please always set up your print files as single pages and send them in multi-page PDFs.
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Each paper we offer is a good choice for the product. You often have the option between lighter and heavier papers. Papers also come with different coatings.
For more information, see our Paper Guide.
Note that some papers increase production time, as listed in Turnaround Times.
You can use a thicker paper stock for the cover sheet (front cover and back cover).
4/1 = Full color on front, B/W on the back.
4/4 = Full color on both sides.
1/0 = B/W on front, blank back.
0/0 = Blank
Production time depends on the product. You can find production times for this category in the description below (including additional turnaround times).
For your specific product's production time, please complete your filter selection or go to the product page — however you will have to add the additional turnaround times to these, too.
Please note:
Production starts on the day we have received your print-ready files before 10 AM EST (including your confirmed proofs, if any).
See Turnaround Time for more information.
Production time does not include shipping.
See Shipping for more information.
The quantity you select here is for one design only. To print several artworks you must add several items to the cart.
You can change the item quantity in the cart, if you want the same product for multiple designs.
High quantities may increase production time as listed in the category description or in Turnaround Times.
Your 8.5" x 11" perfect-bindingtemplate
About Zine Printing
Zines are a great and very creative medium to express your project. Publish a combination of your own Text, Images and Artworks that are created together. Start creative Storytelling to express your vision. We offer you high quality printing that will still include the DIY ( do it yourself) spirit from your project.
- Create your own unique Zine. Custom Zines are not bound by specific sizes, number of pages or Layout. You can freely design it to bring your vision to life.
- They are similar to journals or personal notebooks. Publish personal stories, artwork or even poetry. Their personalized message can build a connection to the reader that digital media can not reach.
- Zines create a personalized and self made feeling as they often cover specific topis and can include self made graphics or notes. Increasing their collectibility.
- Realize a professional booklet while still maintaining the independent Zine spirit.
- Our Team gladly helps out with choosing the right paper options. Whether you plan to print a small Booklet or a longer series, we help to bring your vision to life.
- Create a lasting connection with your readers.
Transform Your Vision into Tangible Art with Zine Printing
Zines are great to express your own creative vision. Share your own personal stories, show artworks or poetic pieces, creative your personal and self made Zine. Explore more creative print options in our Printed Publications section.
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Papers & Binding Options
| Saddle Stitch | Inside Paper | ||
| Gloss | Matte | Uncoated |
| 70 lb Gloss Book with Aqueous Coating | 70 lb Dull Book with Matte Finish | 60 lb Uncoated Writable Offset |
| 90 lb Gloss Book with Aqueous Coating | 90 lb Dull Book with Matte Finish | 80 lb Uncoated Writable Offset |
| 120 lb Gloss Book with Aqueous Coating | 120 lb Dull Book with Matte Finish | 100 lb Uncoated Writable Offset |
| Saddle Stitch | Cover Paper | ||
| Gloss | Matte | Uncoated |
| 70 lb Gloss Book with Aqueous Coating | 70 lb Dull Book with Matte Finish | 60 lb Uncoated Writable Offset |
| 90 lb Gloss Book with Aqueous Coating | 90 lb Dull Book with Matte Finish | 80 lb Uncoated Writable Offset |
| 120 lb Gloss Book with Aqueous Coating | 120 lb Dull Book with Matte Finish | 100 lb Uncoated Writable Offset |
| 120 lb Gloss Book with Gloss Lamination Finish on Outside Cover | 120 lb Dull Book with Matte Lamination Finish on Outside Cover | 100 lb Uncoated Writable Cover Stock Offset |
| 100 lb Gloss Cover / 12 pt with Aqueous Coating | 100 lb Dull Cover / 12 pt with Matte Finish | |
| 100 lb Gloss Cover / 12 pt with Gloss Lamination Finish on Outside Cover | 100 lb Dull Cover / 12 pt with Matte Lamination Finish on Outside Cover | |
| 14 pt Dull Cover with Matte Coating | ||
| 14 pt Dull Cover with Matte Lamination Finish on Outside Cover | ||
Frequently Asked Questions
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Tips for Creating Zines
Design Strategies for Zines
- Mixed Media: Create a unique Design by combining different design elements. Combine Photograph, Illustrations and creative Design elements to create a unique layout.
- Typography: use different fonts and settings to create a visually appealing design.
- Visual Hierarchy: guide your raiders through the Zine by combining text, colors and empty spaces.
Tips for Zine Printing
- Test Print: Consider to first print a smaller run as a test print. This will help to check difficult design elements to ensure the print comes out as intended. This will also help to decide on paper and finishes.
- Paper Weight: Choose paper weights that will fit. Also try to use slightly thicker paper weight for the cover to make the zines more durable. Lighter paper weight options are good for the interior pages.
- Image Quality: Make sure to use High Quality Images (300 dpi Resolution). This will help to get the best possible outcome and ensure that photos and images will print sharp.
- Page Transitions: Create a sample to check page transitions. This can help to see if the layout comes out as intended.
Low Cost Zine Publishing
- Sizes: Use standard booklet and zine sizes to avoid higher production costs.
- Bundle Orders: You can save shipping costs by combining multiple products in one order. You can also decrease the price per copy if you order higher quantities.
- Plan the Product: If you plan to Mail out the Zines, choose paper weight and sizes that will keep shipping costs low.
