With tools to design unique ACNH items and outfits, the possibilities in Animal Crossing: New Horizons are endless. This guide covers everything you need to know about the various creative options and how players share their works. Whether you're crafting for yourself or others, mastering custom designs opens up new ways to play.

Different Creation Methods

ACNH offers multiple avenues for tapping into your inner designer:

In-Game Design Tools

The starter tool crafts basic patterns. For 800 Nook Miles, the Custom Design Pro Editor unlocks advanced creation.

External Pattern Websites

Sites like ACNH.design let you craft in a browser or convert images into shareable patterns.

Sharing via the Able Sisters

After Mabel's shop opens, sharing creations is easy:

Upload to the Kiosk

Slot designs into the back kiosk for others to find via a download code.

Scan Download Codes

Input long strings to access designs uploaded by the worldwide community.

Importing from QR Codes

To bring in external creations, link your Nintendo account in the Nook Link app to scan patterns' QR codes for download.

Mastering the Art of Design

Several techniques optimize the creative process:

Customize Furniture Styles

Alter wood tones, fabrics and more via Nook's for coordinated aesthetics.

Incorporate Seasonal Elements

Design winter sweaters or leafy fall dresses suited to each holiday.

Show Off Creations Creatively

Display favorite outfits on mannequins or featured sections in your home.

Track Popular Patterns

Note which designs often earn downloads for future improvement or inspiration.

With some artistic vision and sharing online, custom designs bring new virtual self-expression.

Monetizing Your Creations

For serious designers, alternative income streams exist through:

Selling Rare Patterns directly

Offer one-of-a-kind creations exclusively for a generous sum of bells.

Commissioning Custom Requests

Craft paid designs per customer specifications using materials like ACNH items as payment.

Trading for In-Game Goods

Negotiate popular patterns in exchange for Animal Crossing Nook Mile Tickets, seasonal items and more.

Selling Merchandise IRL

With permission, print designs onto real clothing, accessories or art for ethical profit.

Creativity and business savvy open new virtual and real avenues of style and income.