When does the Printing and Cutting Stickers workshop take place?

The workshop takes place on Thursday, October 15, 2026, from 16:30 to 19:00.

Where does the event take place?

The venue is ZAM – Center for Exchange and Craft at Westliche Stadtmauerstr. 62 in 91054 Erlangen.

What is the cost of participation?

Participation costs 32 euros for regular members. Discounted members pay 30 euros, guests 38 euros, and discounted guests 32 euros.

Which software will be used in the workshop?

Inkscape, Illustrator, or Affinity Designer are suitable. If necessary, Linux laptops with Inkscape and Scribus are available.

What should participants bring?

Please bring a laptop with suitable software and a motif file on a white or transparent background. The motif will be processed up to a size of 10 x 10 centimeters.

What will participants learn in the workshop?

Participants will learn motif preparation for print and cut, clean cut contours, material and device settings, operation of the Roland BN2-30, and bubble-free application of films.

Design Your Own Vinyl Stickers: This Workshop Makes Digital Ideas Visible

Name: Printing and Cutting Stickers
Start: 2026-10-15T16:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-10-15T19:00:00+02:00
Location: ZAM – Zentrum für Austausch und Machen

Design Your Own Vinyl Stickers: Creative Workshop at ZAM Erlangen

From a digital idea to a self-adhesive unique piece: In the Printing and Cutting Stickers workshop at ZAM – Center for Exchange and Craft, participants learn the complete print-and-cut workflow. From the prepared motif to clean cut contours to the finished vinyl sticker, the event combines digital design with practical making.

From Motif to Perfect Cut Contour

The focus is on preparing your own motifs using Inkscape, Illustrator, or Affinity Designer. Participants will learn how to properly create print data, produce clean cut contours, and avoid typical mistakes during data preparation. This creates a reliable foundation for precise contour cuts and clear sticker shapes.

Production on the Roland BN2-30

Subsequently, the motif is produced on the Roland BN2-30 vinyl printer and cutter. This involves materials, device settings, basic handling, and maintenance. The bubble-free application of large or thin films is also part of the practical experience of the event.

Hands-On Introduction for Your Own Projects

The workshop is aimed at people who want to combine digital design with handcrafted implementation. After the introduction, participants may independently use the device during ZAM's opening hours. A laptop with suitable software and a motif file on a white or transparent background should be brought along. The motif will be processed up to a size of 10 x 10 centimeters. If necessary, Linux laptops with Inkscape and Scribus are available.

Event Atmosphere in the Open Creative Center

ZAM creates an inspiring environment for exchange, collaborative learning, and personal projects with its open workshop. Amid digital tools, film materials, and the visible creation process, a focused, creative audience atmosphere develops. The event planning combines comprehensible introduction, direct application, and a sustainable usage perspective.

Conclusion: Take Knowledge with You and Make Your Own Stickers

If you want to realize your own motifs as vinyl stickers and operate the Roland BN2-30 confidently, you will find a compact, practice-oriented introduction here. The event experience spans from digital design to the finished cut sticker. Note the date and experience the creative technology live at ZAM Erlangen.