Five Star Gift Ideas

If your boyfriend is passionate about zine making, there are plenty of awesome gift ideas that would make his birthday extra special. Consider these unique and meaningful gifts:

1. Zine Making Kit: Help him unleash his creativity with a comprehensive zine making kit. Look for a set that includes a variety of paper, binding tools, cutting instruments, and art supplies. This will allow him to experiment with different techniques and styles.

2. Custom Zine Printing: Surprise him by getting one of his zines professionally printed. Many online printing services offer affordable options for printing small quantities of zines. This thoughtful gesture will not only enhance the quality of his work but also inspire him to continue exploring his passion.

3. Zine Workshops or Classes: Consider gifting him a workshop or class on zine making. Many art centers and community centers offer courses on zine production, where he can meet like-minded individuals and learn new skills that will help him further develop his craft.

4. Zine Library Membership: Find out if there's a zine library or archive near your area. If so, consider getting him a membership. This will grant him access to a collection of zines from various artists, allowing him to explore different styles and gain inspiration for his own work.

5. Zine Subscription: There are numerous zine subscription services available that deliver a new zine directly to your door each month. Sign him up for one of these subscriptions, ensuring he never runs out of fresh zine inspiration.

6. Zine Book: Many artists compile their zines into book form. Look for zine anthologies that feature work from a variety of artists. This way, he can discover new creators and styles while also adding a visually appealing book to his collection.

7. Zine Exhibition Tickets: Keep an eye out for any zine-related exhibitions or art shows in your area. Surprise him with tickets to an event where he can explore the work of other zine artists, participate in workshops, and network with others who share his passion.

8. Zine Merchandise: Look for merchandise featuring zine-related imagery, quotes, or artwork. This could include t-shirts, tote bags, stickers, or pins. He'll love proudly displaying his love for zine making on his personal belongings.

9. Personalized Zine Journal: Find a unique and artistic journal for him to document his zine ideas, sketches, and reflections. Consider customizing it with his name or a zine-related quote.

10. Supportive Zine Community: Connect him with online communities or forums where he can share his work, receive constructive feedback, and engage with other zine enthusiasts. Building connections within this community can be invaluable for his growth as an artist.

Remember, the most significant gift you can give is your support and encouragement. Let him know how proud you are of his passion for zine making and continue to support his creative endeavors throughout the year.

Or you can get him a star map with the date when he was born.

Staci Genelle Foland says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“I ordered a print for my boyfriend for his upcoming birthday 7 days ago and received it today. I ordered the anatomical heart one reflecting back on our first date. We love it! It is beautifully done and looks great in the living room!!!”