Doodle borders are such a fun way to frame your designs, but how do you fill a doodle border with an image or pattern to create a custom design? In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to use Canva’s Clipping Mask app to add custom fills inside doodle borders, giving your designs a fresh and creative twist.
You can use digital papers from sites like Creative Fabrica or even pattern images already available in Canva to get the look you want. This simple trick is perfect for making standout graphics for printables, social media, or even products for your shop.
What You’ll Learn in This Video
Here’s a quick overview of what I’ll cover:
- Finding Doodle Borders in Canva
- How to search for and choose doodle border elements in Canva.
- Tips for picking borders that work best for filling.
- Using the Clipping Mask App
- Step-by-step instructions for applying the Clipping Mask app in Canva.
- How to layer your chosen pattern or image inside the doodle border.
- Choosing Your Fills
- How to upload and use digital papers (like from Creative Fabrica).
- How to use Canva’s own pattern images for a quick, built-in option.
- Customizing & Exporting Your Design
- Adjusting colors, patterns, and placement for a perfect look.
- Exporting your finished doodle border design for use in any project.
Why This Technique is Fun & Useful
Now that you can fill a doodle border with patterns or images, you can add personality and a professional touch to your designs. You can use this trick for:
- Digital stickers & planners
- Social media posts
- Printable cards & posters
- Custom product designs
Watch the full tutorial here:
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