ZINES

Here are zines I’ve made! They’re listed in the order they were created. I’ve included links to download printable files from Google Drive. You can keep them, share them with friends, put them in little free libraries, etcetera. Just don’t sell them, please. 🙂

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hopecore: some of my favorite tumblr posts as of november 2024

My hand holding a minizine with the title "hopecore: some of my favorite tumblr posts as of november 2024" and the subtitle "a zine compiled by danny jacobsen aka @frogcreates", in front of a grassy background.
A printable 8 page minizine of compiled hopecore Tumblr posts.

Click on this link for a PDF, or open the above image in a new tab and save it for a PNG.

Here’s an archived tutorial for folding 8-page mini zines like the one above from 1 sheet of paper. I recommend trimming the blank edges first (if your printer does that).

getting through winter (and maybe even enjoying it)

My hand holding a quarter page zine with the title "getting through winter (and maybe even enjoying it" and the subtitle "a zine by danny jacobsen", in front of a grassy background.
title text: getting through winter (and maybe even enjoying it) a zine by danny jacobsen. text is overlaid on an image of a pilot light of a house heater at night.
table of contents intro: 2 Wallachian Village by Bohumír Jaroněk: 3 cozymaxxing: 4 indoor hobbies: 5 Birken by Bohumír Jaroněk: 6 friends: 7-8 inner season: 9 Bee Hives by Bohumír Jaroněk: 10 movement: 11 seasonal depression-specific: 12 list of warm lines: 13 parting words in the form of a tumblr post: 14 there's also a picture of a painting from the kids' book goodnight moon.
intro this one goes out to all my homies with seasonal depression!!! i made this zine because often, winter is hard! the super early darkness & isolation from snowy roads seems to kick my butt annually (though it is getting better slowly as other factors in my life improve). i saw some tiktoks with tips for getting through and/or loving winter (by users @bad_art_every_day and @saltonseashorty) that were really helpful to me——they reframed winter as a period of rest, introspection, and planning. i incorporated ideas & a few screenshots from their tiktoks into the zine. this zine was made in canva. all photos (not illustrations or screenshots) taken by me, danny jacobsen. other images are from the book goodnight moon, from canva, and by the artist bohumír jaroněk. danny jacobsen (they/he/she) is 24, white, queer, and lives in the pnw. there are doodles of stars and scribbles on the page.
A painting of houses in a field at sunset called Wallachian Village by Bohumír Jaroněk. It's warm-hued and cozy, with sunflowers and a birch tree.
cozymaxxing increasing your coziness as much as possible. some methods: using lots of blankets and/or pillows to bundle yourself or create a nest turning on soft lighting making soup or a hot drink going from cold to hot——taking a bath or having a hot drink after being in the snow warming yourself in front of a woodstove, fireplace, or heater/radiator fluffy socks, slippers, robe: all optional but definitely ups the coze hygge: a danish and norwegian concept of a cozy, contented mood. lots of articles & books on this! on this page is also a picture of a fireplace from goodnight moon and a picture of the sleepytime tea bear cozied up in a chair.
indoor hobbies some activities you can do indoors! try something new, or bring back something you’ve enjoyed in the past. making music crafting (collage, knit/crochet/embroidery/ macrame/punch needle/weaving/other fiber arts, and lots more—check pinterest for ideas!) sewing/quilting drawing/painting/coloring beading/jewelry making reading making a zine!!! origami perler beads cooking/baking redecorating/rearranging journaling/writing meditating watching movies or tv scrapbooking/making a photo album small DIY home improvement projects setting up a bird feeder for bird watching (make sure to disinfect it) planning a garden for next year stamp making whittling on this page, there's also a picture of a rabbit knitting in a rocking chair from goodnight moon.
A painting of houses in a hazy field of birches and purple flowers called Birken by Bohumír Jaroněk.
two screenshots from @saltonseashorty on TikTok. text reads: 6. plan social outings. the short days and long months can feel very isolating. having social plans to look forward seems obvious but, it really helps. good conversation and laughs are important! movie nights, craft nights, going out to dinner, meeting old friends for a drink. 9. host little gatherings. it doesn't have to be big or extravagant. having friends over in your space can make it feel so much more like home. celebrate the little things like hosting a book club, gift exchange, movie viewing, game night, winter solstice, anything !
friends everybody needs someone to talk to. social connections are crucial when it comes to good mental health. talk to friends or family as much as possible! text, call, hang out and parallel play, get out your board games or puzzles, support each other while you do chores, etc. if you don’t have any friends right now, try to spend some time in public around other people. hanging out at the library is almost always an option, and they often have free workshops. hanging out on livestreams on twitch, youtube, instagram, or tiktok is another option if you can’t leave the house. volunteering locally can also help and make a big impact in your community. also, pets can be a wonderful source of comfort! cuddle your furry friend if you have one. if you don’t have a pet & your friend does, hang out with them & their pet! if there’s a spiritual winter holiday that you resonate with, now is a lovely time to find a personal, intentional way to celebrate it. on this page is also a picture of a gold heart.
two screenshots from @saltonseashorty and @bad_art_every_day's tiktoks with doodles of a hibernating bear, clouds, and the phrase "inner season." the screenshots read, in the username order previously listed: 4. introspection and dreaming this season comes with a lot of alone time. use it to your advantage to reflect. write down what you've been loving, what you wish to change, what you hope for. the quiet time can be a tool to be more present and to visualize the next season. leaning into slower self-care routines, letting relaxing at home and viewing winter as a more restful season in the cycle of the year as natural
A painting of a colorful cottage in a field with beehives, flowers, and trees called Bee Hives by Bohumír Jaroněk.
movement aim to get a little movement in every day. besides our circadian rhythms changing, being stuck inside and not having as much space to move around is a big part of why winter hits so hard. there’s a lot of movement we might not notice in the warm months that adds up—walking instead of driving, eating lunch outside, throwing a ball for a dog. finding something that works for you makes it a lot easier to keep it going. some things you can try: outside walks bundled in layers stretching (try looking up stretches for specific hobbies/professions/parts of the body) lifting dumbbells at home video workouts at home——pilates, yoga, and more dancing heated yoga winter sports like skiing and snowboarding a gym (maybe with a sauna!), check for a free trial dress warm enough if you’re going outside! fleece lined stuff is good, and lots of thin layers is better than a couple thick layers. hats are important because heat leaves your head faster than other parts of your body. keep your fingers and toes from getting frostbite with gloves and wool socks (which warm even when wet and can dry quicker than other fabrics). waterproof jackets are better than not (or put a thin rainjacket over your other layers). waterproof shoes make your snow experience 1000 times better. on this page is also a drawing of music notes and hiking boots.
seasonal depression-specific some assorted tips for dealing with seasonal depression (aka seasonal affective disorder): if possible, find a place to sit in the sun when you’re reading, eating, or scrolling on your phone. try a therapy light if you have the means!! also check with your doctor to make sure you’re getting enough vitamin D! if you’re not, supplements can go a long way. therapy is helpful if you have insurance or can afford it. check with your school or workplace—sometimes they have decent free options. clean/tidy the place(s) you spend the most time. setting up routines (especially a bedtime routine) can really scratch in itch in a lot of people’s brains. if you’re having trouble taking care of yourself—showering, brushing teeth, etc—something is better than nothing! any effort helps. some things that can make it easier include: flosser picks instead of string floss, toothpaste tablets, sitting down in the shower (on the floor or a portable shower chair), dry shampoo for greasy hair in between showers. the page's background is a photo of raindrops on glass with a cloudy sky beyond it.
Warm lines that don't call the police More resources: InclusiveTherapists.com/crisis Call Blackline: 800-604-5841 Centers BI&POC, LGBTQ+, Black Femme Lens Trans Lifeline: 877-565-8860 (US), 877-330-6366 (Canada) Run by and for Trans people Wildflower Alliance Peer Support Line: 888-407-4515 Trained peer supporters StrongHearts Native Helpline: 844-762-8483 Centering Native Americans & Alaska Natives Thrive Lifeline: 313-662-8209 Trans-led and operated LGBT National Help Center: 888-843-4564 @InclusiveTherapists Warm lines that are known to call the police: U.S. suicide hotline: call or text 988 (available 24 hours) Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357) — provides 24/7 confidential support and referrals for individuals and families facing mental health and substance use disorders, including panic attacks and anxiety Trevor Project: Call (866) 488-7386, text START to 678-678, or chat online.
a screenshot of a tumblr post by slfcare from august 24, 2020 over a photo of a sidewalk staircase. the post reads: as the colder months approach: i wish you all a healthy, calm end of the year. i with you tasty cups of tea, comfortable clothes, warm beds, nutritious meals in safe homes, good music, new friends and unwavering health. you deserve good things now.
text over a picture of a snowy house and road reads: copyleft 2024 version 3.0

Click here for a readable PDF (1 page at a time).

Click here for a printable PDF. To assemble, flip on long edge when printing, trim blank edges & cut in half horizontally. Fold, assemble by page number, and staple.

dan’s collage zine #1

My hand holding a full size zine with the title "dan's collage zine #1" in front of a grassy background. Half of a collage is visible on the cover.
A large collage with lots of greenery and a dog. Text says "dan's collage zine #1" and "you got this!! don't give up!"
hello :-) collages are fun!!! i use collaging as a way to: unwind get dopamine scratch my creative itch, especially when i don’t have enough energy to draw use up pretty stuff i collect create interesting mashup vibes in my art make beautiful things that i like seeing in my house!! this zine overflowed from my love of collaging. i hope it sparks joy for someone, and maybe gets them to give it a try! find more of my stuff, including links to printable zines, at dannyjacobsen.art. gluestick + scissors + pretty papers & stuff the bffs of collaging homies 5eva made in december 2024 by danny jacobsen (they/he/she). feel free to copy. Besides this text, there is also a collage.
Two collages, made with pictures from a magazine, receipts, and other clippings.
One big collage spread across two pages made with pictures from magazines, stickers, and other clippings.
A big collage with greenery, electronic musical instruments, and other clippings spread across two pages with the following text: my vision board for 2024 (& the first i've ever done). i made it in january and propped it up on my office windowsill. i found it to be a helpful (and inexpensive) project i used to meditate on my needs, wants, & goals. when i couldn’t use my office for a while after a surgery, i kinda forgot about it though, lol. i still liked doing it and i think i’ll do one again in 2025.
Two collages, made with pictures from a magazine, receipts, stickers, and other clippings.
Two collages, made with pictures from a magazine, receipts, stickers, and other clippings.

Click here for a readable PDF (2 pages at a time).

Click here for a printable PDF. To assemble, flip on short edge when printing, fold in half (they should already be assembled by page number) and staple.

my (danny’s) favorite salad recipes

(aka my salad zine)

my hand holding a quarter page zine with the title "my (danny’s) favorite salad recipes" and a painting of a salad.
my (danny’s) favorite salad recipes
howdy! i love salads. i try to eat at least 1 a week. recently, i noticed i have a lot of salad recipes saved (many for bringing to work, some for dinner, and some for dessert). i’ve been meaning to collect my favorite recipes in one location, since they’re currently scattered to the four winds (pinterest, phone & laptop browser bookmarks, screenshots, & my mom’s online meal planning/recipe saving service she lets me access). i thought it would be fun to make a zine of my favorite salads to keep the recipes handy. and i was right!!! it was super fun!!!! note: all these recipes yield roughly 2-3 servings.
you may be wondering how I define the word “salad”. i personally consider any dish that’s fruit- and/or veggie-heavy (over 1/2) with some sort of dressing/sauce to be a salad. it can be raw or roasted, warm or cold, and may or may not contain meat and/or pasta. i descend from Minnesotans, so jello, marshmallows, and cool whip are also valid ingredients in my book. here’s another definition from @homunculus-argument on tumblr that i like a lot. it highkey inspired me to make this zine. "A proper salad consists of three divine components: ingredience (vegitable of all kin) indulgence (dressing, oil, salt, croutons, cheese, etc) violence (chopp and shred that shit asunder)"
a recipe for: roasted winter veg salad, with a photo of the finished product and illustrations of a butternut squash and brussels sprouts. ingredience: butternut squash, peeled, seeded & cubed brussels sprouts, trimmed & halved olive oil maple syrup salt & pepper dried cranberries pecans bacon (optional, i feel like it turns it into a meal instead of a side)
preheat oven to 450°F/230°C. toss butternut squash with a couple tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and some pepper. distribute on a baking sheet and bake (about 25-30 min). toss brussels sprouts with the same ingredients and distribute face down on a different baking sheet. bake about 20 minutes and remove both sheets. drizzle both pans with a couple tbsp maple syrup, scatter desired amount of pecans among the veg, and return to oven for 5 minutes. remove and let cool a little, then mix in a bowl with some dried cranberries. optional: cook 1/2 a package of bacon at the same time as the veg, chop, and add to the salad. i bake it for 10 min on a 2 tier roasting pan, which is kinda a pain to wash but at least the oven contains all the grease spatter. recipe courtesy of https:// cookingformysoul.com/butternut-squash- brussels-sprouts-salad/#recipe (though slightly modified)
a photo of quinoa chickpea tabbouleh salad, with illustrations of a bottle of olive oil and a sprig of parsley. the recipe instructions are on the next page. text says: a wonderful colleague brought a similar salad to a work potluck, and i fell in love with it! traditionally, bulgur is the base, but here it’s replaced with quinoa & chickpeas. ingredience: 1/2 cup white quinoa 15 oz cooked chickpeas 1 cup chopped parsley (about 1 bunch) 1/4 cup chopped mint (optional) 4 green onions, thinly sliced (optional) 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes 1 cucumber, peeled, seeded & diced 1/4 cup olive oil, plus more for serving 2 tbsp lemon juice (& zest if possible) salt & (fresh cracked) pepper
a recipe for: quinoa chickpea tabbouleh salad <3 (my fave rn) put the chickpeas & quinoa in a mesh sieve and rinse well. add to a medium pot with 3/4 cup water & a pinch of salt. boil, turn heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. turn off heat & let it sit covered for another 5 minutes to finish cooking. in the meantime, prep your veggies. whisk olive oil, lemon juice (& zest if using), a big pinch of salt, and a few turns of pepper in a big bowl til emulsified. add the cooked quinoa & chickpeas and stir to coat. add the remaining ingredients and mix. adjust seasoning if necessary. serve drizzled with a little more olive oil and some more cracked pepper. YUM! recipe courtesy of https:// www.bowlofdelicious.com/tabbouleh-salad/ (though slightly modified)
a recipe with a photo for: crispy tofu salad w/ peanut sauce main ingredience: extra firm tofu soy sauce cornstarch flour oil (i use olive & toasted sesame seed) carrots, slivered cucumber, crushed and chopped cabbage, finely chopped cilantro, finely chopped thin rice noodles chopped peanuts (all veg is optional—— feel free to omit or swap for something else!) sauce: peanut butter soy sauce lime juice chili garlic sauce (or just garlic) honey toasted sesame seed oil ginger dry off the tofu and press it in a colander with paper towels and something flat and heavy (i put cans of food in a dish) for half an hour. cut it into little cubes. toss them with a couple tsp of soy sauce for flavor, then toss to coat with a 1/2 & 1/2 mixture of cornstarch and flour. heat some oil in a pan and fry tofu in batches til golden brown and crispy. drain on paper towels. while tofu is draining & cooking, cut up veggies. boil rice noodles for about 1 minute. mix sauce ingredients in a small dish to taste. assemble noodles, veggies, & tofu. drizzle sauce on top, and sprinkle with chopped peanuts. enjoy!
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a recipe for: my ideal pasta salad (very luxurious) ingredience: pasta! my faves are curly ones like campanelle, gemelli, and rotini mini mozzarella balls cherry or grape tomatoes, halved lots of olives artichoke hearts red onion or shallot cut teeny tiny salami, slivered pesto cook pasta according to package directions. let cool. mix all ingredients in a big bowl in desired ratio. (the pesto is the dressing.) enjoy!!! there are illustrations of cherry tomatoes, olives, pasta, and salami.
a recipe for: Greek salad (a classic) main ingredience: 2 cucumbers, peeled, seeded & diced 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes 1 bell pepper, chopped 1/2 cup kalamata olives small amount finely chopped red onion or shallot 1/2 package feta cheese, cut into small cubes 1/4 cup chopped mint (optional) dressing: 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp red wine vinegar minced garlic dried oregano a little dijon mustard 1/4 tsp salt fresh cracked pepper combine dressing ingredients in a large bowl. add all other ingredients except for a little bit of the mint, if using. let sit (refrigerated) for at least an hour to let the flavors meld. add the remaining mint as a garnish before serving. there are illustrations of a yellow bell pepper, a red onion, and cucumbers.
a recipe for: roasted broccoli & white beans w/ poached eggs ingredience: 2 heads broccoli 1 can white beans 3 cloves minced garlic a pinch of red pepper flakes 2 tbsp olive oil salt & pepper 2-3 eggs grated parmesan lemon juice preheat oven to 400°F/200°C. drizzle some olive oil on a baking sheet. mix the 2 tbsp olive oil with garlic & red pepper flakes in bowl. cut broccoli into florets and toss with oil. gently mix in beans. spread on a baking sheet and sprinkle with salt & pepper. roast for 15-20 minutes. (in the meantime, poach your eggs.) top broccoli & beans with a bunch of grated parm & broil until it starts to bubble. sprinkle with lemon juice & serve with poached eggs. recipe courtesy of https:// www.shutterbean.com/2019/roasted-broccoli-and- white-beans/?6045315962 (though slightly modified)
a recipe for: brown-buttered brussels sprout pasta salad ingredience: 4 oz diced pancetta or bacon 2 tbsp butter 2 tbsp honey 3 cloves minced garlic about 1.5 lbs brussels sprouts, trimmed salt & pepper half a box of pasta (i use bowtie) 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar preheat oven to 450°F/230°C. cook pancetta or bacon in skillet on medium heat til rendered, crispy, & browned. use a slotted spoon to move it to a paper towel. add butter to skillet and continue to cook til it smells nutty and is browned (3 min). remove from heat, add honey & garlic, & stir til dissolved. mix the brussels sprouts with 1/2 the butter mixture, 1/2 tsp salt, & some pepper. arrange face down on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 min, stirring halfway through. cook pasta according to package directions. toss with remaining butter mixture, pancetta, brussels sprouts, and vinegar. season with more salt & pepper to taste. recipe is from the book Salad Seasons: Vegetable- Forward Dishes All Year by Sheela Prakash (which i highly recommend). there are illustrations of pasta and bottles of honey and balsamic vinegar.
a recipe for: ambrosia salad (nostalgic/comforting childhood fave) ingredience: 1 can crushed pineapple 1 tall can or 2 short cans mandarin oranges 1 cup sour cream 1 cup shredded coconut (unsweetened preferred) 1 package mini marshmallows 1/4 cup maraschino cherries 1 cup halved grapes (optional) combine all ingredients except for maraschino cherries thoroughly in a big bowl. fold in cherries. let sit overnight so the marshmallows and coconut can soften and the flavors can meld. recipe courtesy of my mom! <3 :) there are illustrations of mandarin oranges, coconuts, and a can of pineapple.
a recipe for fruit salad (yummy yummy) ingredience: whatever’s in season if you can get it fresh!!!!! my faves: grapes, cut in 1/2 strawberries, cut in 1/2 or quartered kiwi, peeled, sliced, and quartered pineapple, cut in bite sized chunks peaches or nectarines, diced a Granny Smith apple, diced maybe a little shredded coconut if i’m feeling it! starfruit for a special occasion mix it all up, and then stir together this dressing in a little bowl before drizzling over and enjoying: a few tbsp lime juice 1 tbsp honey a splash of oj if you have it there's an illustration of fruit salad in a bowl.
an illustration of salad in a bowl, then the following text: all photos are mine. see more of my stuff and download this zine at dannyjacobsen.art. copy freely, just don’t sell it. this zine was made in canva in january 2025. all graphics (except for the ones on the cover pages) were created by irasutoya, and every graphic is accessible for free through canva. (p.s. this zine is more toner-conscious than my first few to make it easier to print at home.)

Click here for a readable PDF (1 page at a time).

Click here for a printable PDF. To assemble, flip on long edge when printing, cut along green lines and stack cover half on bottom half. Fold & staple.

patterns on security envelopes i’ve collected

My hand holding a minizine with the title "Patterns on Security Envelopes I've Collected" in front of a grassy background.
A printable 8 page minizine of different patterns from the inside of security envelopes.

Click on this link for a PDF, or open the above image in a new tab and save it for a PNG.

Here’s an archived tutorial for folding 8-page mini zines like the one above from 1 sheet of paper. No need to trim blank edges if you don’t want to.

things that calm & comfort me

My hand holding a minizine with the title "things that calm & comfort me" in front of a grassy background.
A printable 8 page minizine of a collaged list of things that calm & comfort me.

Click on this link for a PDF, or open the above image in a new tab and save it for a PNG.

Here’s an archived tutorial for folding 8-page mini zines like the one above from 1 sheet of paper. No need to trim blank edges if you don’t want to.

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