Start a Digital Crafting Hobby
A digital craft is any type of craft that can be done in a digital format. Some examples of digital crafting include scrapbooking, journaling, drawing and more!
Traditional crafting involves using supplies and resources to create a tangible craft. This can include drawing, painting, design and so many other things.
But digital crafting or digital DIY is a new way of looking at and doing crafting projects. Digital crafting can open up a whole new world of possibilities and ideas.
If you are looking for a new creative outlet, digital crafting could be just what you have been waiting for!
Digital crafting, in forms such as drawing and painting for example, can open up a whole world of creative possibilities. You get to play and experiment with all different colors, fonts and so much more!
Instead of using paper and supplies digital crafting involves using computers, software applications and digital devices to design, manipulate and produce various creative projects.
Digital crafting offers numerous advantages, including the ability to undo and refine designs easily, share digital files with others, and access a vast library of digital resources.
It’s a versatile and accessible way to explore creativity and produce unique projects, whether you’re a professional designer or a hobbyist.
What Equipment do you Need for Digital Crafting?
You will need electronic equipment such as an iPad for digital crafting. See the best iPads here for digital planning and crafting.
You will also need a stylus, such as an Apple Pencil. See here for all the tools and supplies you need for digital planning and crafting.
What are the Pros of Digital Crafting over Traditional Crafting?
Less Mess. If you are doing something such as painting you won’t have to deal with messy paints and possible spills and stains. For crafts such as scrapbooking you won’t need to deal with messy glue. Then there are craft supplies such as glitter which can get everywhere!
Save Space. You won’t need to have a complete set-up studio or dedicated workspace to do digital art. All your supplies will be right there on your device, so no storage is required.
Take Your Crafting with you Everywhere. Because you are using an electronic device to craft, you can literally take it with you anywhere and everywhere.
Reuse. You can reuse everything on your device, with nothing to buy, such as paint, textures, certain papers and more. It is more environmental, and saves you space and money!
What Kinds of Crafts are Great to do Digitally?
Digital Art. Digital artists create artwork using digital drawing or painting software and graphic tablets. They can produce a wide range of art styles, from realistic illustrations to abstract designs.
Digital Planning. Instead of using a traditional paper planner, a digital planner is a planner that you create and use on an iPad. You can have so much fun trying different layouts, using different graphics and more. See here for what digital planning actually is!
Digital Journaling. Journaling digitally instead of on paper is a great way to keep a journal. You will always have your journal with you, it is safe and secure, and you can write whenever and whatever you want. See here for why you need to use a digital journal!
Digital Magazine Design. You can design a complete digital magazine using your iPad. You can create any kind of magazine, and publish it online too. See here for How to Create & Design your own Digital Magazine.
Digital Scrapbooking. Instead of using a paper scrapbook you can scrapbook digitally. You can insert photos, graphics and more into your scrapbook, without needing to use glue!
Digital Stamps and Coloring. Crafters use digital stamps and coloring pages to create intricate designs, often for cardmaking and paper crafting. Digital stamps are downloaded and then colored using digital tools.
Digital Quilting. Quilters can use software to design intricate quilt patterns and layouts, which can then be printed as templates or used for machine quilting.
Digital Fabric Design. Designers create digital patterns and prints for fabric, which can be used for sewing projects, quilting, and home decor. Software like Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop are commonly used for this purpose.
Digital Embroidery. Digital embroidery machines use digital designs to embroider patterns onto fabric. Crafters can purchase or create their own digital embroidery files for custom projects.
Digital Jewelry Design. Jewelry designers create digital 3D models of jewelry pieces, which can be produced using 3D printing or CNC milling machines.
Vinyl Cutting and Heat Transfer. Crafters use digital designs to create custom decals, vinyl cutouts, and heat transfer designs for clothing, accessories, and home decor. Vinyl cutters and heat transfer machines are often used.
A digital craft is any type of craft that can be done in a digital format. Some examples of digital crafting include scrapbooking, journaling, drawing and more!