How to Create a Journal in Canva to Sell - Quick and EASY Tutorial

In this video, you will learn how to create a journal in Canva to sell for passive profits on your website, online shop, Etsy and more!
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[@YourChicGeek]

Hey there yall! So sorry I haven't responded sooner. So for the back of the journal you can add either a cute graphic, pattern, or use the same pattern at the end of the journal. Either of these options should work. Also, if you're looking for more ideas and resources to help you along your low content book publishing journey, check out these goodies: ---> THE PASSIVE PURSUITS NEWSLETTER Free Weekly Tips, Strategies and More Delivered to your Inbox yourchicgeek.com/ycg-newsletter ---> FREE SWIPE FILE 200+ Niche Ideas to Create Low Content Books bit.ly/ycg200lowcontent ----> FREE MASTERCLASS The 7 Step Framework to Creating EPIC Low Content Books to Sell on Amazon bit.ly/3OErOKu ---> FROM PUBLISH TO PROFIT If you're ready to start building your low content book EMPIRE, check out my From Publish to Profit course here: bit.ly/3B9d5iB ----> THE JOURNAL CREATORS COLLECTIVE ($7/mo) Start Creating and Selling Journals Today! yourchicgeek.com/jcc

[@hollins550]

Omg. Lol I am not slow but you have to be a teacher in real life. I understood everything. It made sense and I love you for this. Simple and straight to the point and I can always refer back to this if I have a brain fart. Thank you❤

[@YourChicGeek]

Yw LOL!!!!

[@NatachaGatete]

THE BEST CANVA VIDEOS I´VE COME ACROSS.

[@YourChicGeek]

Awww thanks so much!

[@digitalbobvideoproduction8684]

Thank you for this! My wife is a therapist and wants me to create for a digital journal for her clients. This is perfect!!!

[@YourChicGeek]

Thats a wonderful idea! Best of luck and yw. I also have KDP templates available in my online shop that make this process easier.

[@yvonnebrown1779]

I’m a ADHD woman and was searching for a straight to the point vid for journals and you nailed it thank you for the good straight to the point content vid to help with passive income.

[@Simplewisdomwithandrea]

This is one of the best Canva tutorials on journals I've seen! I didn't even know about that line thinning tip! Thank you so much for sharing this! The journal is pretty too.

[@YourChicGeek]

Awww you are so very welcome Andrea! I will have more Canva videos and tutorials coming out soon showing you guys how to use it to create Passive income products. Stay tuned chica!

[@sadafzahid8961]

How much journals do you upload daily or weekly to have good income please mention that

[@marshaunmarie]

Agreed!

[@JaevaughnCastrillo-Javier]

The way this video was broken down was great! So easy to follow. So many other videos seem much more complicated. Thank you for sharing this!

[@Breathewithblanco]

Thank you so much for this video. I have searched many times, Im so glad I kept looking. The best tutorial I have see so far.

[@YourChicGeek]

Awww thanks so much!

[@ummyusif30]

I love the way you did this tutorial. I’ve watched tons and you were the 1st that taught it as though I didn’t know what I was doing. I love that! I can follow step by step and complete the entire journal. Thank you ❤

[@Howwellisthesoul]

I have been searching for a video on how to create journals and yours has helped me so much! Step-by-step, which is the guidance I need. Thank you!❤

[@YourChicGeek]

Yw! Glad to help...

[@MissRoxyKiss3]

You are the best teacher! I love the step by step tutorial! I wont waste my time watching other videos!!!

[@YourChicGeek]

Thanks for tuning in!

[@jeanshelbybooks]

This was so incredibly helpful, thank you! I’m making a printable sheet for my subscribers to follow along as I take them through choosing a goal and ultimately completing it. 😊

[@wellnesswithnazli]

Love this video! Do you have a video of what to do next to sell this? Are customers just buying the PDF and deciding themselves how to print and bind it? Thank you!

[@YourChicGeek]

Yes. If you check my channel there is a 2 part series on how to create a journal to sell on Amazon KDP.

[@noellebanks5459]

Thank you. Thank you. I have been trying to figure out for months how to create or where to even start with creating a journal. Truly appreciate your help and this tutorial is an answered prayer. Thank you again I subscribed to your channel to look for more helpful content. God bless.

[@YourChicGeek]

You are so welcome!

[@agerald5]

I am so grateful for you. Thank you for making this so simple. Triple thank you for jumping right into the tutorial without all the unnecessary dialogue. YOU ARE AWESOME!!!!! Please keep the tutorials coming.❤️

[@YourChicGeek]

You are so welcome!

[@kennedyhill7816]

Amazing videos. KDP/Amazon struck gold with you! I am grateful to all of the people who put out content and work hard - but your videos just stand out to me and I call it as I see it. You have integrity - leads by example, and conveys a positive message...You go girl, and keep going. ⚡

[@YourChicGeek]

Awww thanks so much! I REALLY appreciate that sweet comment. Thanks for rocking with me and the channel. More content coming soon.

[@BeverlyLeeCreates]

You don’t know how much I appreciate you for making this video! 😢thank you! NES sunnier here

[@cybillrogers5155]

Thank you so so much for sharing your Expertise with us. I just created my first Journal but I wasn’t sure if I was doing it right. After watching your video I am excited to say that I did almost everything right. I just forgot to the this journal belongs to: Thanks for showing how to do it .God bless❤

[@myrlandefrancois4904]

THANK YOU!! You did an outstandingly clear step-by-step with this tutorial. I was able to create my first journal following along with it!!

[@YourChicGeek]

Yayyyyyyyyyy for this!!!

[@smileson3543]

Just watched along while working on my very first journal, really helfpul tutorial!

[@kimberleyhughes1717]

This is the best Canva tutorial I’ve seen ! Thank you so much for the amazing content ! ❤

[@YourChicGeek]

Yw!

[@iameverythinglakale]

Thank you so much needed this because I want to start doing journals 🌻🌻

[@YourChicGeek]

Yw sis and best of luck!

[@LanaMyslyvetsPlanners]

Wow, your instructions are short, sweet and too the point, no useless rambling. You saved me thank you ! :)

[@YourChicGeek]

Yw!

[@leolaempowerswomen7870]

I am so glad you made this video. I have been struggling, but you made it so easy. I had been listening to too many people and making this so hard in my head. Thank you so very much!!

[@YourChicGeek]

Yw!

[@preciouskkandles2690]

Hi Ms Kim I came across your page. Thanks to you I made my first journal. This tutorial was so easy I had 2 tabs open going back and forth. Much success to you!!

[@YourChicGeek]

Yayyy! Way to go 😎😎😎😎

[@LearnwithLevi]

me too, lol!

[@AnikkaForbes]

Thank you for sharing your 'How To' it was an enjoyable and informative watch.

[@a.tessmorton5945]

Thanks!

[@YourChicGeek]

Thanks so much Tess!

[@soniapoleon1263]

Had to come back to this video again to create another book, this is so simple and friendly to use, thank you again so much

[@YourChicGeek]

Yw!

[@magdalabonte-blaise7190]

This was such a fantastic tutorial. Thank you!!! When I decide to upgrade, I will click your link. Thank you so much!

[@ExactlyJacksie]

thanks for sharing. Love the way you outline everything and dont move fast; really good video. Appreciate it!

[@YourChicGeek]

Thanks so much for the feedback...

[@krystalwhite3320]

Finally a video where i can follow along with ease. I was able to create my first journal using my phone just by following your instructions. Thank so much. Now on to uploading it.

[@tierra5020]

Wow. The best tutorial on KZbin!!! Thank you!!!

[@marysoltarotandcrystalchan9961]

Thank you I had an idea but wasn’t sure. Looking forward to learning more from your tutorial. I really appreciate your efforts.

[@YourChicGeek]

Yw :-)

[@chlonh]

When I tell you that I so appreciate you. You were the very best at step by step detail by details. I was so afraid of messing with canva. I did it thanks to you

[@YourChicGeek]

Wahoooo! Way to go.

[@bunniesarerunning5219]

Your the best!! Thank you for making this easy to understand and I pray the universe blesses you!

[@ZanitaWhitley-wv1ne]

Thank you, I was looking for a tutorial for CANVA and found your video. I opened CANVA and followed along with you. Thank you, it helped a lot!

[@sashabny7]

This is the best tutorial I've looked at. Thank you so much. You made it so easy!! And was easy to follow. Happy that I found your channel.

[@YourChicGeek]

Yw!

[@terry-annbloomfield8603]

I created my first journal just by mimicking you!!! you are awesome!!!

[@YourChicGeek]

Ayeeeeeee! That is wonderful to hear Terry. Best of luck with your future projects.

[@roseramcharan122]

Thx so kindly for this tutorial. But how about the back cover? Does Amazon automatically add?

[@YourChicGeek]

Yw ladybug! You can just add a backpage that has the same pattern or design as your front cover or a single color on it. I totally forgot to mention that in the video. My bad!

[@LaToyaP-s2r]

I am soooooo glad I have finally found a video that gives great step by step instructions. Thank you for sharing. Your video definitely helped me tremendously!!

[@YourChicGeek]

Glad it was helpful!

[@danielledavis270]

This was straight and to the point. I love it ❤

[@YourChicGeek]

Thanks!

[@jjjreese]

Thanks! Who do you use to print ?

[@everlasting1328]

I've just started looking into creating journals and this video was a great introduction. I'll definitely be rewatching it.

[@drklawbarnett7663]

Thanks for your clear instruction; I'm going to try this !

[@shamikakaymore2223]

I liked this this was very helpful. I think you did great I feel more confident know to start.

[@YourChicGeek]

Aww thanks so much!

[@MaryAnneHarris]

So excited to "find" you. Shared your resources links with my book club. I'm working on my first gratitude journal. This is EASY. Video was a great introduction to all your resources. THANK YOU!

[@YourChicGeek]

Hey Mary Anne! Thank you so much for sharing the links. Wishing you all the BEST with your gratitude journal.

[@gwendolynmares9072]

Honey you are amazing I have a friend who's wife is in the hospital with an immune dieses and is having a really hard time. Thanks to your video I was able to make her a 150page journal and have it printed for her to help her while she is in the hospital! Please keep making more of these videos! This is amazing and I know my friend will love her journal!

[@YourChicGeek]

Awww now this is why I do what I do. Absolutely beautiful that you honored your friend in that way. Thanks for watching.

[@benitajenkins167]

Thank you for making it so easy more detailed showing how to create our own designs!

[@YourChicGeek]

Yw!

[@monkeyjoe323]

Canva has always stumped me! Thank you for your easy to understand, clear instructions on this topic. Can't wait to get started!

[@YourChicGeek]

Yw! Are there any other kinds of tutorials that you would like to see on Canva?

[@kshoyentertainment2470]

I watched quite a few of these tutorials and was stuck everytime but your tutorial video was very easy to understand and motivating I’m going to attempt my first journal

[@YourChicGeek]

Yayyy! Glad you enjoyed the tutorial.

[@kyrabrooks1142]

Thank you, thank you so much other videos that I’ve came across were so complicated. you made this video perfectly. It was easy to understand and execute. Thank you.

[@CoreneGardner]

Thank you so much for this!! So easy to follow and so well detailed and explained. May God bless you sis!!!

[@tsierra5930]

Thank you for this video....there is so much out there and yours was easy to follow and informative. Thank you!

[@YourChicGeek]

You are so welcome!

[@leashaw5533]

Another great video! I'm actually doing the Canva Pro 30-day free trial. Thank you for showing how to navigate through it!

[@YourChicGeek]

You're welcome!

[@AchiengBussey]

Thanks so much, enjoyed watching and learning something new.God Bless

[@NoeleenSaid]

The best tutorial I’ve watched in a while. Thank you 💛🙏🏽

[@YourChicGeek]

Glad it was helpful!

[@tinam5524]

Hi- curious how you would upload the cover and lined paper together on KDP? Wouldn’t they have to be separated to upload?

[@YourChicGeek]

Yeppers, thats correct. I have other videos that show you how to do that in the description below.

[@fearyfore]

Thank you so much, I created my first journal, following along with your video.

[@YourChicGeek]

This wonderful to hear Pamela! Best of luck with your sales.

[@facelesswithkb]

What if you want to make this a digital journal to sell, do you still do the PDF Print option for the download? Thank you for this video!

[@YourChicGeek]

Yes! Good luck

[@kristenmac5989]

Thank you so much I just ran across this video and finally got it after a whole week. Appreciate your help!!😀

[@ingridapril5215]

Thank you ❤❤ Definitely going to give it a try . I've been thinking 💭 about designing a journal for my sister and her daughter as a gift 🙏❤❤ thank you 💓

[@coachinscrubs9845]

This video is AWESOME!! I just put together a journal based off of your teachings!! Thank you so very much 💜🥳💜🥳💜

[@YourChicGeek]

Wonderful! Best of luck and thanks for watching.

[@LakishaLoaded]

I really enjoyed this video, straight to the point, and you explained everything in a simple and understanding way, Thank you!!!

[@InspiredByChas]

Amazing step by step process. Straight to the point! God bless you love!

[@angielee987]

Thanks for sharing your tutorials, Kim. It’s a very detailed but easy to follow tutorial. I particularly love that you’d explain what you’d do next and guided us with the cursor to the function menu.

[@YourChicGeek]

Yw Angie!

[@Rachidasister]

Thanks fpr sharing the Color Pick Eyedropper! ❤ I learned something new.

[@HEYYALLITSRORO]

Loved this video 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍 five stars ⭐️ I’m about to go crazy with my first jounal I’m excited

[@YourChicGeek]

Yayy for this! Wishing you a well on your journey.

[@yolandeadedokun9725]

Really loved your tutorial. Very informative! This by far was a stress-free step-by-step by journal.Thank you!

[@YourChicGeek]

Yw!

[@KimberlyGattis]

I really liked this. It helped soooo much. And your voice was perfect. Thank you so much!!!

[@YourChicGeek]

Glad it helped!

[@erykahholloway4553]

I enjoyed this video so much. Thank you so much!! you are a lifesaver. It is detailed, and very easy to follow.

[@Carlabxpoet1]

Awesome! Thank you so much for the insights and step-by-step instructions!

[@YourChicGeek]

Glad it was helpful!

[@meaganseraphin2990]

Thank you so much. Best tutorial i've seen so far

[@YourChicGeek]

Yw Meagan!

[@sharondavis3535]

🙏🏽 I learned so much and never knew of Payhip till your videos 🙏🏽

[@YourChicGeek]

Wahoooo!!! Glad to help

[@soniapoleon1263]

Fantastic thank you very much for making this as easy to understand as possible for us beginners

[@YourChicGeek]

Yw!

[@houseofstories020]

Lovely video, how about the back design?

[@YourChicGeek]

Hey there! You can check out my notes about the back in the description of the video. Sorry for leaving it out. But i added that you can use either a cute graphic or pattern to the back or just use a color from the cover of your journal and add it to the back. Hope that helps!

[@houseofstories020]

@@YourChicGeek oh..... Thank you so much...

[@kellydixon8079]

Super cute journal!! I LOVE Canva so much!

[@YourChicGeek]

Yayyy for you Kelly! Canva is the bomb diggity for sure.

[@my_set_apart_life]

This was very good! Working on mine now. Thanks so much!

[@CoachSharline]

Thank you so much for this, I learned so much.

[@YourChicGeek]

Yw!

[@CoachSharline]

@@YourChicGeek I was up till 3am this morning creating my first Journal

[@a.tessmorton5945]

Thank you much for the amazing tutorial, should we put who create the journal on the last page? Help

[@YourChicGeek]

Yeppers you most certainly can or brand your journals with your biz logo.

[@a.tessmorton5945]

@@YourChicGeek have you tried yoga?

[@konfidentlothevirgo]

Excellent Simple instructional video. I appreciate it. Making my journal today. I have Canva PRO & Creative Fabrica already..Thanks Again!!!!

[@YourChicGeek]

Yw!

[@konfidentlothevirgo]

I created my journal today!!!!!!! Thank you so much!!!!

[@YourChicGeek]

@@konfidentlothevirgo yw!

[@yvette8652]

Your video is so easy to follow.Thank you for sharing!!

[@YourChicGeek]

Yw!

[@saraaltaj1889]

That is the one of the best tutorial I had seen, thanks alot

[@YourChicGeek]

Glad you liked it!

[@dazhhinthelight895]

This is exactly what I need THANK YOU 😊

[@YourChicGeek]

You’re welcome 😊

[@DADEPRENEUR]

this is best well explained video i have ever seen, thank you definitely starting Please share how you do printing

[@YourChicGeek]

Hello there! So I get my books printed through Amazon KDP. I have several video tutorials that cover how to create and sell journals on Amazon on my channel that you can check out. Best of luck!

[@suzette5808]

hi i watch so much video both free and paid and your video was the best thank you you made learning so easy

[@paulettesmithwrick2895]

Thank you so much for providing such an insightful and comprehensive tutorial on creating a journal. I have been searching for a while and your tutorial is by far the most well-organized and easy to understand. As someone who is new to this platform and not very experienced in this area, I truly appreciate the time and effort you put into creating such a helpful resource. Your step-by-step instructions and attention to detail make all the difference, and I feel much more confident in my ability to learn and grow. Thank you again for your dedication and commitment to providing high-quality tutorials for those of us who are eager to learn!

[@YourChicGeek]

Yw!

[@graceinjayiru8454]

Thank you so much , I have always wanted a journal a certain design which I couldn’t get around am glad now I can create my own 🥰

[@YourChicGeek]

Glad I could help!

[@michellesouth20]

Thank you. your video on CANVA was the the most inclusive. the other KZbin video would use other platforms like bookow ect. I am pleased how you just used CANVA even to construct page lines. great stuff, easy.

[@YourChicGeek]

Yw Michelle!!

[@toyasplunge521]

I just found your channel. Thank you for be clear and thorough.

[@JG-le6mu]

Thank you for this tutorial!! Never new it was so easy!!❤❤

[@NatachaGatete]

YOU ARE SOO AMAZING. EASY TO FOLLOW AND GREAT EXPLANATIONS

[@YourChicGeek]

Thank you so much!

[@tamarrapratt6355]

Kim, you are AMAZING. Thank you for SHARING your EXPERTISE! The PROCESS was EFFICIENT and your PROTOTYPE is CREATIVE!

[@YourChicGeek]

Awww thaks a milli Tamarra! Glad you enjoyed the video chica...

[@martifry1257]

It does look really cute!! Your instructions were easy to understand. Thanks for creating this video and sharing your knowledge.

[@YourChicGeek]

Thanks so much!

[@sarahalemam3952]

Great video, thanks for the info. How do you get the journal posted for sale now? Do you have another video that shows how to do this?

[@YourChicGeek]

Hey there Sarah! I have a ton more resources on this channel and on my website as well - yourchicgeek.com

[@kaylinwetter7948]

Thank you so much for sharing this video. It helped me out so much and answered many of my questions... All but one... What platform do you usually sell your custom journals on?

[@YourChicGeek]

Hello there! I am using KDP to sell journals but I am also hearing good things about Printify.com.

[@kaylinwetter7948]

@YourChicGeek OK, Thank you for the help. I'll look into those.

[@4DMarketing]

Thank you. I appreciate your presentation so very much.

[@YourChicGeek]

Yw!

[@encantodesol]

Hi Kim, Thank you for your video, ill give it a try. Greetings from down under. I love your explanation♥♥♥

[@YourChicGeek]

Youre welcome!

[@wildncrazycreationsbyjen6147]

Thank you for such a great, straight and to the point video! I just have 1 question though. What /how would you do for the back of the planner? Thanks so much!!

[@YourChicGeek]

Hey there! I just added a pinned post to the video sharing ways to design your journals back cover. Best of luck!

[@SweeTeaLicious]

Hi, Kim. Thank you, so much for sharing. I've have learned a bunch,by watching your videos. They are so much easier to follow than others I have seen.

[@YourChicGeek]

Thats so nice to hear. Glad they are helpful!

[@kimlanghorne2781]

Hello Kim! This was a very easy tutorial. Thank you! Would you happen to have content that explains how to upload your Canva PDF to KDP?

[@YourChicGeek]

Hello there! Yes I do. You can find it on my channel under the Amazon KDP playlist 😎

[@kimlanghorne2781]

Great. Thank you! Have you found much success with this venture?

[@YourChicGeek]

@@kimlanghorne2781 hey there! Ive had some success with it.

[@lindodansoh6267]

Thank you so much Sis. Beautiful indeed. I will be trying it out for me too. Thank you again and God bless you

[@YourChicGeek]

Yw!