How to Make a Mood Board on Canva

Quick summary

Creating a mood board on Canva takes just minutes using pre-built templates, the Elements panel, and drag-and-drop image tools. You can customize every detail — images, stickers, titles, and layout — before sharing the finished board directly from the editor.

Steps

1. Search for "mood board" in the Canva search bar to find relevant templates.
2. Click "Customise this template" to open your chosen mood board template in the editor.
3. Click "Elements" on the edit toolbar to access Canva's library of design assets.
4. Type a description of an image you want in the Elements search bar to find matching visuals.
5. Drag and drop images from the results panel onto your canvas to add them to the mood board.
6. Add stickers from the Elements panel to personalize the style of your mood board.
7. Resize and reposition images on the canvas to refine your layout.
8. Click on the title text to edit it, then adjust its size and position to your preference.
9. Click "Share" to save and share your completed mood board.