They Self Published a Magazine from Their Living Room and It Looks Better Than Big Publishers
At PrintingCenterUSA, we love helping creators bring their ideas off the screen and into the real world. Melanie and her husband of 818 Concepts did exactly that with TheBom12, a beautifully crafted magazine dedicated to celebrating Bully Breeds.
What started as an online-only publication grew into something readers can hold, share, and treasure. Their dedication, creativity, and love for these dogs shaped a project that is as heartfelt as it is impressive.
About 818 Concepts & TheBom12
818 Concepts is a husband-and-wife team driven by a shared love for Bully Breeds. From photography and writing to layout and design, Melanie and her partner handle every part of the creative process themselves. Their mission is simple. Celebrate the dogs they love and build a community that appreciates the beauty, personality, and loyalty of the breed.
“We initially had it online only but wanted to bring it to life and give people something they could hold in their hands that showcases their favorite types of dogs,” Melanie shared.
Their commitment to quality and authenticity shines through every page.
The Challenge
Moving from digital to print is an exciting milestone, but it comes with obstacles, especially for a two-person team juggling creative work and everyday life.
Melanie and her partner managed all photography, writing, designing, and organizing on their own. Ensuring that the printed version of TheBom12 matched their vision required careful attention to detail, especially with layout, color accuracy, and spine measurements.
“It’s been a bit of a challenge to get the magazine to this level because we’re a team of two doing everything on our own,” Melanie said. “We’re just glad we found PrintingCenterUSA because you guys have made this printing process easy to navigate.”
Their goal was clear. They wanted a professional magazine that felt polished, bold, and worthy of showcasing the dogs they adore.
The Printing Solution
Melanie chose PrintingCenterUSA to bring TheBom12 to life in a high quality, perfect bound format with vibrant, full color pages.
Magazine Specs:
Size: 8.5 x 11 inches
Pages: 58
Binding: Perfect Binding
Quantity: 10
Cover Stock: 100# Gloss Cardstock
Inside Pages: 100# Gloss Text
Ink: Full Color (4/4)
The glossy paper and perfect bound spine gave the magazine a professional, retail ready feel. Each page showcased the photography in crisp detail and captured the personality of the featured pups.
Melanie appreciated the hands-on support during the process, especially when she received a call to review adjustments for the spine and layout.
The Impact
Printing TheBom12 transformed the magazine from an online passion project into a tangible product their readers can enjoy and collect. Having physical copies allows the magazine to reach new audiences, grow its community, and strengthen its brand presence.
“We’re so excited to see the vision come to life and definitely looking forward to seeing how much our magazine can grow once it’s in its final printed form,” Melanie said.
With the first print run complete, Melanie and her partner are ready to continue building their magazine, inspiring Bully Breed lovers, and expanding their creative reach.
How to Create Your Own Magazine from Home
Inspired by Melanie’s story? Creating your own magazine is easier than you think. Whether you are showcasing photography, highlighting a niche community, or sharing your passion project, you can bring your publication to life.
Here’s how to get started:
Define Your Concept: Identify your topic, audience, and visual style.
Gather Content: Collect articles, photos, interviews, or stories that shape your issue.
Design Your Layout: Use our templates or online design tool for polished, consistent pages.
Choose Your Materials: Pick the size, paper, and binding that fit your vision.
Print with Confidence: Our high-quality printing, fast turnaround, and expert support make the process smooth from start to finish.
Ready to bring your magazine to life? Start your project at PrintingCenterUSA.
Looking Ahead
818 Concepts continues to grow their magazine and connect with fellow dog lovers through storytelling, photography, and community engagement. Their passion project has become a beautiful printed publication that celebrates the dogs they adore and the people who love them.
You can explore more of their work here:
🌐Website: https://818concepts.wixsite.com/818concepts
💛 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/818Concepts1
At PrintingCenterUSA, we are proud to support creators like Melanie and her team as they transform their vision into print that inspires readers and brings communities together.
👉 Start your custom magazine today at PrintingCenterUSA!
