Using AI to design crafting papers

lovebytenz
Oct 28
2 min read

Updated: 5 days ago

AI isn’t just for techies; it’s a shift in eco-system, and is fast becoming a creative companion for all sorts of makers and creators. Whether you’re crafting custom backgrounds, collage papers, or textures for handmade cards, AI tools can help you generate beautiful and unique digital paper designs that can be printed and used in card-making and crafting.

This paisley paper design was generated using AI text prompts. See the process further below.

How to design gorgeous craft papers with AI

AI tools are opening exciting new creative doors for crafters and card-makers. With just a few words, you can generate unique patterned paper designs that match your design aesthetic. AI thrives on creative prompts, and the key is to push your ideas further and be super specific and eloquent in the way you describe things. For example, instead of typing “floral pattern”, try “loose watercolour poppies on handmade paper in warm coral and blush tones.” From the results, ask AI to remix your favourite, using a text prompt such as “generate three variations of this pattern with subtle texture changes.”

See AI in action. The prompt for this paisley paper design was "create an antique paisley paper design in green and blue tones. Has a hand painted feel, and looks as if it was painted 100 years ago."

Tips for printing your digital paper designs

Designing for A4 keeps things simple in terms of sourcing paper for small scale use, and the paper you choose to print on will depend on your project. Look for high quality, matte or satin presentation paper, for crisper detail. If you have a colour printer, you can print your designs at home, and inkjet printers tend to give richer colour blends. Using a commercial printing company might work out more economical once you factor in the cost of ink cartridges; save your file as a PDF (300 DPI) or high-quality JPEG/PNG, and specify the paper quality you want them to print on i.e.160-200gsm. If you plan to sell or share your designs, make sure you check the commercial usage rights of the AI tool you use.

More digital paper design ideas

Designing with AI opens a door to endless visual possibilities, but the magic still lies with the maker. By combining digital imagination with tactile craft, you can create something uniquely yours. Find more gorgeous ideas for patterned papers on Pinterest.