E39: Is Surface Pattern Design Too Saturated?

Send us your feedbackIs the surface pattern design market too crowded to break into? In this solo episode, Canadian artist and educator Delores Naskrent gently unpacks this common fear — and offers a refreshing, hopeful perspective.Delores shares why now is still a wonderful time to explore surface pattern design and how tools like Affinity Designer can make your workflow more intuitive, enjoyable, and productive. She walks you through:✔️ How to carve out your niche in a busy market ✔️ Why Affinity Designer has changed the game for her design process ✔️ The magic of reusable motifs and smart templates ✔️ A behind-the-scenes peek at her Bloom and Repeat workshop ✔️ What to expect inside the Surface Pattern Design MasterclassWhether you’re just dabbling or ready to go all-in, this is a grounded, encouraging listen filled with practical insights and personal experience from someone who knows what it’s like to start later in life — and keep growing.🎁 Mentioned in this episode: 👉 Sign up for the Bloom and Repeat Workshop starting 30th June 2025 (replay will be available after) 👉 Surface Pattern Design Masterclass - starting July 10th 2025 Support the show Don't miss an episode—subscribe to The Creative JuggleJoy Podcast! Follow us on social media and join our email lists for more tips, stories, and updates on new episodes. Kaylie Edwards - Instagram  - Website - Facebook - ThreadsSpellweaver Creative Hub MembershipFree Email List Builder Checklist For CreativesDelores Naskrent - Website & Digital Art School - Instagram - Facebook - Pinterest - YoutubeProcreate Foundations CourseAffinity Foundations Course