Self-Publish with Canva & Amazon KDP: Repurpose Your Repeat Pattern into a Journal
Self-Publish with Canva & Amazon KDP: Repurpose Your Repeat Pattern into a Journal - VIDEO COURSE
Do you have a beautiful repeat pattern sitting in your portfolio? Let’s give it new life by turning it into a printed journal you can publish, gift, or even sell!
In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn how to take a repeat pattern you’ve already created and turn it into a professionally published notebook using free tools like Canva and Amazon KDP (Kindle Direct Publishing). This class will guide you step-by-step through the process of creating a lined notebook (no-content product) from scratch.
This is what you'll be learning:
- Recycle your existing repeat patterns for print use
- Design a print-ready book cover in Canva using KDP’s dimensions
- Create a lined interior that works with your style
- Understand bleed, margins, and safe zones for print
- Use the KDP Cover Calculator to get the right file setup
- Set up your Amazon KDP author account
- Publish your journal so it’s available to order worldwide
WHAT YOU WILL GET
- Over 3 HOURS of learning material, beginner-friendly, at your own pace.
- A thorough introduction to free self-publishing tools: Canva and Amazon KDP.
WHO IS THIS CLASS FOR
This class is for creatives, illustrators, writers, and dreamers who are ready to take control of their publishing journey. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the publishing world or unsure where to begin, you'll find clarity, support, and practical tools here. Most of all, this class is for anyone who wants to feel empowered to publish their work independently - with confidence, creativity, and joy.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
- A repeat pattern, illustration, or creative work you’ve already made and want to repurpose
- A computer with internet access
- A free Canva account (for layout and design)
- A free Amazon KDP account (for publishing your project)
- Basic comfort with uploading files and using online tools
That’s it! No subscriptions, no complicated software - just your existing artwork and the motivation to turn it into a beautiful self-published product.
MEET THE TEACHER
Hi! I’m Weronika Salach, an illustrator, surface pattern designer & art teacher. I create vibrant work to fill your world with color, and I teach how to draw in Procreate and Affinity Designer. I'm a Top Teacher on Skillshare where I helped over 40,000 students take their digital illustration skills to the next level.
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FAQ 🤔
Do I need to be a professional artist or designer?
Not at all! This class is perfect for beginners and creatives of all levels. If you have a repeat pattern, illustration, or any artwork you’d like to repurpose, you’re ready.
Do I need to pay for Canva or Amazon KDP?
Nope! Both Canva and Amazon KDP offer free versions that are totally sufficient for this course.
What can I publish with this class?
You’ll learn how to turn your artwork into simple, beautiful no-content or low-content products like notebooks, journals, sketchbooks, planners etc. - all self-published on Amazon.
Will I need special software?
No special software is needed. We’ll be using free, user-friendly tools like Canva and KDP.
How long will it take to finish?
You can complete the class in a weekend or even on the same day, and walk away with your first product published and live!