Step 2 – Access Canva and Choose a Template: Log in to Canva and navigate to the design dashboard. Canva offers a variety of pre-designed templates suitable (like the image above) for different printables.

Browse through the template library and select the one that aligns with your vision or start with a blank canvas for complete creative freedom.

I always choose an 8.5×11 size to create all of my printable PDFs.

Step 3 – Customize Layout and Design: Once you’ve selected a template or started with a blank canvas, customize the layout, colors, and fonts to match your brand or style preferences. This is the fun part.

Canva provides an extensive range of design elements, including text boxes, shapes, images, and icons, allowing you to create a visually appealing and cohesive design.

Be sure to download a copy of my Canva Guide for Beginners to get started.

Step 4 – Add Content and Text: Incorporate relevant content and text elements into your printable. Whether it’s filling in dates for a calendar, adding prompts for a worksheet, or inserting inspirational quotes, Canva’s text tools make it easy to customize the content according to your printable’s purpose.

I like to customize it as much as possible and add my own unique options and flare to all of my printables. I do not want to be selling printables that everyone else is also selling onlien.

Step 5 – Integrate Visual Elements: Enhance the visual appeal of your printable by incorporating images, illustrations, or icons.

Canva’s extensive media library offers a wide selection of free and premium visual elements that can complement and reinforce the theme of your design.

Step 6 – Review and Proofread: Please do NOT skip this step. Before finalizing your design, thoroughly review the content for accuracy, clarity, and completeness. Proofread text, check formatting, and confirm that all elements contribute to the overall effectiveness of the printable.

I know mistakes happen, but try to proofread it multiple times before you complete your design,

You don’t want to be selling printables with spelling errors.

Step 7 – Download and Save: Once satisfied with your design, use Canva’s download feature to save your printable in the desired format (PDF, JPEG, PNG, etc.). Canva offers various download options, including high-resolution for print quality.

I choose PDF for my designs since they will be printed by my customers and the quality is better than an image.

Step 8 – Share or Sell: Depending on your goals, you can either share the digital printable online through a link or your website, or add it to your digital printables store.

Learn more about selling printables using Shopify