Canva: The Ultimate Tool for Creative Moms
Good Evening
After a whirlwind day of balancing digital marketing, accounting, and the never-ending adventure of motherhood, I’ve finally made it behind my laptop. Oh, and did I mention I’m also a full-time mom to two kiddos? I’ve got a spirited 8-year-old and a toddler who’s just hit the 'I’m everywhere and into everything' stage (yes, the age gap is real, and trust me, there’s a story there!). Oh, and let’s not forget being a wife. Life’s busy, to say the least!
So, what am I up to now? I’m knee-deep in designing my next Pinterest and Instagram posts, with a TikTok video in the mix—all in one app. That magical app? Canva! Now, let me tell you, I’m not getting paid to rave about Canva (though I’m working hard on getting them to bring me into their affiliate program… fingers crossed!).
Seriously, it’s my go-to tool for making all the digital chaos a little more fun and manageable.
But let me tell you why **I LOVE Canva**, and why it’s my go-to tool for everything creative.
1. One App for All My Creative Needs
I use Canva to design every single one of my social media posts and even edit videos—all in one place! The search engine within Canva is fantastic, with **thousands of templates** for nearly anything you can imagine. It’s my secret weapon for keeping up with my busy social media schedule. From Pinterest to Instagram to TikTok, it does it all.
2. Perfect for PLR Products
One of the biggest reasons I adore Canva is its flexibility with PLR (Private Label Rights) products. Did you know almost **70% of PLR items**, even the ones you buy on Etsy to resell, are editable in Canva? With just a few tweaks, you can make them completely your own. For those curious about PLR and why I jumped into that world, you can read all about it in my blog post on PLR (check it out [here]!).
3. Constantly Evolving with New Tools
Canva is always adding new apps and features, and it’s honestly exciting to discover them all! One of my favorite tools is the **background remover**. With just one click, you can isolate objects or remove unwanted parts of an image—something that used to require expert-level Photoshop skills. Canva’s Magic Resize feature is another hidden gem that lets you instantly resize designs for multiple platforms. It's those small touches that really elevate my designs.
4. Template Sharing Made Simple
One of Canva’s standout features is the ability to **share your design templates**. Whether you want to sell a template or simply share a public view link (where users can see but not edit), Canva makes it easy. It’s like sending someone an interactive ebook! And yes, there’s always the option to export it as a PDF, but the dynamic nature of the view link is a game-changer, especially for selling digital products like templates.
5. From Editing Templates to Creating from Scratch
At first, I used Canva templates by typing in what I needed, editing from there, and—embarrassingly—deleting things I couldn’t recover. But after diving into **TikTok tutorials**, **Pinterest inspiration**, and hours of Googling, I’m now brave enough to create designs from scratch! Canva really empowers you to level up your creativity.
6. Graphic Designer in the Making?
I know what you might be thinking: “Does Canva make me a graphic designer overnight?” While I’m not pretending to be a pro, I will say Canva has given me the confidence to design beautiful, professional-looking work. Put me in front of Photoshop and I’m clueless, but in Canva, I feel like a pro. I can confidently design anything, from social media graphics to digital products, without breaking a sweat.
7. Accessible Anywhere, Anytime
One of the absolute lifesavers for me is that Canva works seamlessly across devices. Whether I'm on my phone while waiting to pick up my kids or using my laptop at home, Canva syncs everything so I never miss a beat. As a busy mom, having design power at my fingertips 24/7 is a dream.
8. Budget-Friendly for Business Owners
You don't need to break the bank to create professional designs. Canva offers a free version that is already packed with tons of features, but their Pro version is affordable, especially for what you get: access to premium templates, images, and features like brand kits. You can create and maintain a stunning, cohesive brand image without the heavy price tag of other design software.
9. Team Collaboration Made Easy
If you're working with a team (or a partner in my case!), Canva makes it super easy to collaborate on designs. You can share editable designs with your team, allowing them to make changes or offer feedback in real-time. No more back-and-forth email chains—just pure teamwork!
10. Canva’s Design School
This is a hidden gem! Canva offers an incredible resource called **Canva Design School** with free tutorials and courses that can help you become a design expert in no time. Even though I felt confident in my design skills, I still learned a lot from their educational resources.
If you’re like me and constantly strapped for time but have a creative itch, Canva is your answer. It saves time, boosts creativity, and gives you professional results without needing a degree in graphic design. If you're ready to dive in, Canva can be your best friend too.
And if you're thinking about starting your own Canva journey, let me tell you—it’s one of the best decisions I’ve made for my business. To make it even easier, I’ve got you covered! I used this fantastic Canva Crash Course that takes you through everything step by step. Whether you’re a total newbie or just want to level up your design game, this course will guide you through all the must-know basics. Plus, here’s the cool part—you can even rebrand it and sell it as your own! How awesome is that?
Until next time, happy designing! ✨
