{"id":8788,"date":"2026-08-02T13:24:03","date_gmt":"2026-08-02T17:24:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/crystalscrafties.com\/?p=8788"},"modified":"2026-08-02T13:24:05","modified_gmt":"2026-08-02T17:24:05","slug":"how-to-make-knockouts-in-affinity","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/crystalscrafties.com\/index.php\/2026\/08\/02\/how-to-make-knockouts-in-affinity\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Make Knockouts in Affinity"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you\u2019ve ever wondered how to make knockouts in Affinity, you\u2019re in the right place!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Knockout text is a popular design technique where one object is cut out of another, creating a clean, professional effect that\u2019s perfect for PNG designs, tshirts, stickers, and digital products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this tutorial, I\u2019ll walk you through my complete workflow for creating true knockouts in Affinity. We\u2019ll start with text, convert it to editable curves, build multiple contours, and use the subtract operations to create a polished knockout effect. I\u2019ll also show you how to use the Glyph Browser to add decorative characters and make your typography even more unique.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Watch the full tutorial below to follow along.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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