Affinity Designer 2: Practical Graphic Design for Crafters

You've seen a beautiful custom tumbler or personalized mug and wished you could create something like that yourself!  If you’re a crafter with a Cricut or sublimation printer, this beginner-friendly Affinity Designer course is exactly what you need to bring your creative visions to life.

Designed for crafters who want more control over their designs but don’t want to spend years learning professional software, this class focuses on building your confidence with Affinity Designer.

By mastering the basics, you’ll gain the skills to start designing personalized, high-quality projects. No guesswork or design limitations holding you back.

What You’ll Learn:
Over three weeks, you’ll learn how to:

• Navigate the Interface – Get comfortable with the tools and layout of Affinity Designer.
• Understand File Types and Resolution – Create designs that look amazing in every project.
• Work With Layers and Templates – Organize and edit your designs like a pro.
• Customize Text and Graphics – Add a personal touch to any project.
• Create Your Own Mug Design – Use our step-by-step template to design a custom mug or tumbler, perfect for sublimation!

Why This Class is Perfect for You:
This course is ideal for crafters who:

• Are confident using Cricut Design Space but want more creative control.
• Love the idea of making designs that are truly your own.
• Want to create custom items like mugs, tumblers, or stickers with confidence.

Course Details:

• Duration: 3 weeks 2.5 hours per session
• Location: Uniquely Whynot Craft- Crafter's Studio (optional Zoom online)

What to Bring:

• Laptops equipped with Affinity Designer 2 are provided, but feel free to bring your own if you’d like to work on your own device and have Affinity Designer 2 installed on your computer.
• Access to our exclusive Facebook Group for support, design sharing, and live weekly Q&A sessions with Shelley.

Extra Perks:
Struggling with homework or need extra time to practice? Use our in-store workstations during business hours to complete assignments or try out new techniques.

By the end of this course, you’ll have the confidence to tackle your own projects and the skills to take your designs to the next level. Join us and start creating with Affinity Designer today!