50+ Creative Ways to Use Clipart & Digital Papers (That You Haven’t Tried Yet)

If you’ve ever downloaded a gorgeous set of clipart or digital papers… only to leave it sitting in a folder untouched, you’re not alone.

Most creatives – especially beginners or overwhelmed designers – aren’t short on graphics. They’re short on ideas, inspiration, and time.

Maybe you’ve wondered:

  • “How do I actually use all these files?”

  • “What can I make that doesn’t feel repetitive or basic?”

  • “How do I turn these into something that sells, prints well, or stands out online?”

Looking for creative ways to use clipart or digital papers in your crafts, planners, products, or printables? This list has 50+ fresh, beginner-friendly ideas to help you get inspired and start creating today, whether you’re crafting for fun, creating for your business, or creating digital products to sell.

And yes – I’ve sprinkled in a few personal favourite clipart sets from my Digital Bloom Creative Etsy shop to help you get started right away.

Let’s unlock the magic sitting in your downloads folder!

🗂 Planners, Journals & Printable Templates

Flat lay of printable planner pages and journaling kits with clipart and trackers – ideal for selling digital planner templates using clipart.

When it comes to creating digital products that are both useful and sellable, planners are always a great place to start. Whether it's daily layouts, mood trackers, or themed journal kits, there’s endless potential to design tools that help others stay organised or inspired.

Add in your own creative style, and you’ve got printables that can be listed on Etsy or turned into editable templates for your own shop.

Try these 8 planner and journaling printables to sell online:

  • Planner stickers and washi-style strips

  • Daily, weekly, or monthly printable layouts

  • Digital planner covers and inserts

  • Mood trackers with seasonal clipart

  • Habit and goal trackers (with visual rewards)

  • Junk journal pages – pockets, tags, and masterboards

  • Foldable zines and mini-book printables

  • Canva journaling kits with matching themes

💡 Inspiration boost: My Mouse & Flower Clipart is perfect for sweet, vintage-inspired spreads and junk journal printables.

🎉 If You're Selling Party Stationery, DIY Decor or Event Printables

mermaid Printable party decor and invitations designed with clipart – perfect for creating DIY event stationery products.

If you’re looking for low-cost digital products to sell, editable designs like stickers or templates are a smart choice.

From printable sticker sheets to Canva templates for social media or journaling, these products are always in demand and easy to create with just a few graphic elements and a simple layout!

Here are 8 creative party printables you can design with digital papers and clipart:

  • Custom invitations + RSVP cards

  • Themed thank-you notes

  • Editable party signage & printable banners

  • Photo booth props with clipart accents

  • Printable cupcake toppers, wrappers, menus & place cards

  • Milestone boards (baby showers, birthdays, anniversaries)

  • Welcome signs or printable games

  • Editable party favor labels and stickers

💡 Party-ready vibes: This Fall Wreath Clipart brings a rustic elegance to autumn weddings, bridal showers, or Thanksgiving menus!

🖼 If You're Selling Home Decor or Handmade Gifts

Printable wall art and handmade gifts using clipart – perfect for Etsy sellers and creative product makers.

Simple designs can become standout products when done well – like printable wall art, bookmarks, quote cards, or recipe binders. These make thoughtful gifts and are perfect for seasonal collections or bundles.

Add your unique flair with color palettes, textures, or illustrations, and sell as digital files or POD-ready graphics.

Here are 8 home decor products & gift ideas you can sell:

  • Printable wall art sets (framed or clipboard-displayed)

  • Inspirational bookmarks, fridge magnets or quote cards

  • Gift tags, wrapping paper and printable boxes

  • Recipe cards + matching binders

  • Memory boxes and keepsake folders

  • Printable candle wraps (try vellum!)

  • DIY coasters with waterproof sticker paper

  • Printable quote posters with layered digital papers and clipart accents

💡 Style tip: For neutral fall home décor or seasonal gifts use unique takes on the classics, like these White Boho Pumpkin Clipart!

New to graphic design? Don’t miss this comprehensive beginner's guide to help you get started confidently with graphic design!

📱 If You're Selling Digital Products For Small Business Owners

Editable Canva templates and social media graphics using clipart for digital product creators and small business owners

There’s a huge market for polished, done-for-you content tools. You can create editable templates for Instagram, Pinterest pins, lead magnets, digital workbooks, or YouTube thumbnails.

These types of products are especially useful to solopreneurs, coaches, content creators, influencers and VAs who want to stand out online without having to design from scratch.

8 creative digital products for content creators and solopreneurs:

  • Instagram carousels, Reels covers, and story highlights

  • Pinterest pin graphics with layered paper backgrounds

  • Branded lead magnets and freebie covers

  • E-book and workbook designs

  • YouTube thumbnails and video overlays

  • Custom mockups and styled graphics

  • Canva templates with themed visuals

  • Hero banners for websites or Etsy shops

💡 Pro tip: People are already buying for Christmas and New Years Eve! So elegant touches like these Champagne Buckets adds a celebratory, high-end feel to blog headers, launch graphics, or sales promos!

📚 If You’re Selling Teaching Tools, Kids Activities or Educational Printables

Kids’ educational printables made with clipart – includes flashcards, behavior charts, and fun classroom resources.

Educational products are always in demand – especially creative, visually engaging ones. Think flashcards, activity sheets, behavior charts, or coloring pages.

These can be designed with clipart or icons, formatted as printables or Boom Cards, and listed in your store for teachers, homeschoolers, or parents to download and use instantly.

8 classroom-ready printables for teachers and homeschoolers:

  • Flashcards with icons or animals

  • Themed matching games or puzzles

  • Printable rewards charts or behavior trackers

  • Worksheets and interactive PDFs

  • Interactive cut-and-paste worksheets for preschoolers or ESL learners

  • Boom cards and educational games

  • DIY colouring pages or sticker packs

  • Printable name tags, desk plates or classroom posters

💡 Trend alert! Pink Halloween is trending again this year! Why not grab this pack of Pink Halloween Zombie Clipart to bring a fun, not-too-spooky vibe to October activity kits or class decor!

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Designed for Etsy sellers and digital product creators, each set comes with a commercial use license so you can confidently use them in your products, printables, or POD designs.

✨ It’s my way of helping you stay inspired, save time, and create beautiful things – without the overwhelm!

🛍 If You’re Selling POD Products or Custom Gifts

POD product mockups like mugs and t-shirts using clipart – perfect for seasonal designs and custom gifts.

Creating art for print-on-demand is a fantastic way to earn passive income. Once you’ve got your design, platforms like Zazzle, Redbubble, and Gelato take care of the rest.

From tote bags and t-shirts to mugs, calendars, and notebooks – clipart-based designs can transform everyday items into thoughtful gifts and seasonal bestsellers.

8 POD product ideas using your custom designs:

  • Print-on-demand items like t-shirts, mugs, tote bags

  • Printable calendars, planners or notepads

  • Die-cut or kiss-cut sticker packs

  • Digital wallpaper sets for phones or tablets

  • Printable wall decals or SVG elements

  • Product labels and packaging inserts

  • Enamel pin mockups using clipart illustrations

💡 Want to add a touch of luxury? Try these stunning Rose Gold Baubles to add elegant, holiday-ready clipart for packaging, gift tags, or custom POD gifts.

📣 If You’re Selling Branding Kits & Business Resources

Branding kits and promo templates using clipart – made for small business owners, Etsy sellers, and content creators.

Small businesses need good design – and many are happy to buy ready-made assets. Think Instagram highlight icons, thank-you cards, Canva branding templates, or promo banners.

These types of tools are ideal for selling to Etsy sellers, content creators, or coaches looking to elevate their brand quickly and affordably.

8 branding and marketing resources you can sell:

  • Editable business card templates

  • Instagram highlight icons

  • CTA graphics or seasonal sale banners

  • Editable email header graphics or Canva banners for newsletters

  • Promo flyers, postcards, and Pinterest ads

  • Lead magnet opt-in pages or email graphics

  • Web icons or Canva-branded kits

  • Thank-you cards for customers or order inserts

💡 Seasonal charm: This Fall Florals Clipart adds a soft, romantic touch to brand refreshes, welcome kits, or launch templates.

🧵 If You’re Selling Craft Kits or DIY Printables

Printable DIY craft kits and creative clipart projects – ideal for crafters, scrapbookers and event planners.

There’s a big audience for hands-on craft projects – especially ones they can print at home. You can create scrapbook kits, printable decor, envelope templates, mini-books, or bridal shower games.

Add layered textures or editable features for even more value, and market them as printable kits or full DIY experiences.

8 crafty printables and DIY kits for handmade lovers:

  • Scrapbooks layered with clipart and pressed flowers

  • DIY envelopes, bows, or packaging toppers

  • Paper garlands, mini-books or memory albums

  • Laminated bookmarks or planner accessories

  • Printable paper flower templates using clipart shapes and layered petals

  • Clipart-backed gift card holders or DIY envelope liners

  • Layered shadowboxes or printable card kits

  • Bridal shower “print & make” games or décor kits

💡 Bonus hack: Combine digital paper backgrounds with transparent clipart pngs in Canva, print, and embellish with real textures like lace, glitter or ribbon.

🧠 Next-Level Creative Hacks

Advanced digital products using clipart – includes animation, SVG, and layered mockups for experienced designers.

Already confident with design tools?

There’s plenty of opportunity to build premium digital products that stand out. Animate elements for Reels or Idea Pins, convert designs to SVGs for Cricut users, or build layered PSD mockups for other creators.

These products often command higher prices and appeal to more advanced buyers in your niche.

8 advanced digital product ideas to grow your digital product business:

  • Animate clipart for Reels or Pinterest Idea Pins

  • Convert to SVG for cutting machines like Cricut

  • Layer clipart with texture overlays for a high-end look

  • Create seamless repeat patterns with clipart and sell as digital paper packs

  • Design clipart-based icons for digital planners or app UI mockups

  • Build interactive PDFs with clickable elements using themed clipart

  • Turn into GoodNotes/Notion stickers

  • Build layered PSDs or full product scenes

💡 Bonus hack: Combine digital paper backgrounds with transparent clipart pngs in Canva, print, and embellish with real textures like lace, glitter or ribbon.

📌 Quick Licensing Tip

Planning to sell what you create with clipart or digital papers? Always check the license first.


All products in my Etsy shop include a small business-friendly commercial use license – perfect for selling printables, POD items, and digital templates.

Need clarity on usage? My Beginner's Guide explains it all in plain English.

💡 Feeling Inspired? Here’s Your Sign to Start Creating!

Female digital product creator working with clipart and digital papers at a bright desk using Canva, ideal for beginners creating and selling printables.

So there you have it – over 50 creative ways to use your clipart and digital papers to make products, wow your audience, or grow your online shop.

Whether you’re crafting for fun or building a digital empire, the possibilities are endless when you start thinking creatively.

📌 Pin this post, save it to your bookmarks, or print it out as a checklist – and come back anytime you need a new spark of inspiration.

And if you’re ready to get started, browse my clipart shop, check out my beginner’s guide, or join The Clipart Club to get fresh graphics delivered to your inbox every month!

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