400+ Canva elements Keyword list for creative designs

If you’ve ever sat down to design something in Canva and found yourself typing random words into the search bar, you’re not alone.

Canva is packed with thousands of elements — shapes, doodles, textures, frames, and overlays — but the tricky part is knowing what to search for.

Sometimes you know exactly what you want, and other times it feels like finding a needle in a haystack.

I previously wrote about my top 25 elements for illustrations. Here I’ve put together a more comprehensive giant list of 400 more element keywords, grouped into categories so you can find exactly what you need in seconds. Whether you’re making Pinterest pins, Instagram posts, digital products for Etsy, or just giving your blog graphics a glow-up, these keywords will save you hours of scrolling and guessing.

Anytime you get stuck, just come back to this post, look up the right category, and type the keyword into Canva’s search bar.

How can I use the Canva element keywords?

Simply type the exact keyword into the search bar inside Canva’s “Elements” tab.

For example, type “torn paper texture” to see all the different paper rip graphics, or “washi tape” to find tape overlays.

These keywords unlock elements that aren’t always obvious if you just scroll through the library.

Are Canva elements free to use?

Many are free, but some are marked with a little crown icon — those belong to Canva Pro. If you’re on the free plan, you’ll either need to upgrade to Pro or purchase that element individually.

Can I use Canva elements in products I sell?

Yes, Canva’s license allows you to use elements for both personal and commercial projects (like digital products or social media graphics). The only catch is you can’t resell an element by itself — it has to be part of your finished design.

How do I save my favorite elements for later?

A: Easy! When you click on an element, use the “Add to folder” option. This way, you can create your own mini design library and never have to search for the same thing twice.

Canva Elements Keyword list

Organic & Minimalist

These are my go-to elements for modern, airy, and clean designs. Organic blobs, line art, and minimal doodles work beautifully in Pinterest pins, Instagram posts, and brand kits where you want a timeless, uncluttered look:

1. abstract organic blob

2. neutral watercolor

3. botanical line art

4. minimal doodle

5. ink brush stroke

6. torn paper texture

7. geometric minimal shapes

8. pastel organic shapes

   
   

Textures & Backgrounds

These elements are best for creating depth and mood. Paper textures, marble, or linen backgrounds make your designs feel more professional. Use them behind text to avoid flat, boring layouts.

9. crumpled paper background

10. watercolor wash

11. marble texture

12. linen fabric background

13. concrete wall texture

14. kraft paper texture

15. metallic background

16. abstract gradient background

    
    

Hand-Drawn & Sketch

These are perfect when you want a casual, human touch. Doodles, arrows, and scribbles make text stand out and add personality. Great for educational pins, journaling templates, or playful brand graphics.

17. hand drawn doodle

18. sketch arrow

19. underline scribble

20. hand drawn circle highlight

21. marker stroke highlight

22. doodle star

23. messy underline

24. brush stroke highlight

    
    

Paint & Brush Strokes

These elements add energy and boldness. Use watercolor splashes or brush strokes to highlight text, decorate product covers, or create a “painted” vibe. Works well for artistic brands, teachers, and lifestyle creators.

25. watercolor splash

26. acrylic paint texture

27. paint brush stroke

28. oil paint smudge

29. pastel chalk stroke

30. gold paint stroke

31. paint splatter

32. neon brush stroke

    
    

Floral & Botanical

Want to make feminine, calming, or nature-inspired designs? These are your go to elements. Perfect in wedding stationery, seasonal graphics, or any brand with a soft aesthetic.

33. floral line art

34. watercolor flower

35. leaf branch

36. boho floral bouquet

37. eucalyptus leaves

38. palm leaves

39. wildflower sketch

40. tropical monstera

    
    

Nature & Outdoors

For eco-friendly brands, travel blogs, or adventure guides that want to set a natural, outdoorsy tone.

41. mountain silhouette

42. ocean wave line art

43. tree doodle

44. sunrise icon

45. moon phases

46. starry sky texture

47. raindrop icon

48. cloud doodle

    
    

Home & Interiors

For home decor bloggers, real estate, or lifestyle content, these are some of the best elements. They include Chairs, plants, and cozy spaces that make pins and posts more relatable to homemakers and moms.

49. cozy living room illustration

50. modern chair icon

51. desk flat lay

52. bedroom line art

53. plant pot doodle

54. bookshelf icon

55. office lamp sketch

56. workspace flat lay

    
    

Food & Drink

Essential for food bloggers, recipe creators, and cafes. Coffee cups, fruit doodles, and wine glasses make recipe cards and menus look polished.

57. coffee cup doodle

58. tea mug line art

59. wine glass sketch

60. cupcake icon

61. fruit doodle set

62. pizza slice illustration

63. breakfast icons

64. cocktail glass doodle

    
    

Fashion & Lifestyle

Use these elements for beauty, fashion, and lifestyle branding. Icons like handbags, lipstick, and sunglasses instantly tell your audience your niche.

65. makeup doodle

66. perfume bottle line art

67. lipstick sketch

68. handbag doodle

69. high heel icon

70. sunglasses illustration

71. jewelry line art

72. nail polish doodle

    
    

Business & Office

73. laptop screen frame

74. phone frame mockup

75. tablet frame

76. paper document icon

77. business card mockup

78. chart doodle

79. sticky note pastel

80. clipboard icon

    
    

Photography & Mockups

81. photo frame collage

82. polaroid frame tape

83. film strip frame

84. vintage camera icon

85. instant camera doodle

86. moodboard collage

87. gallery wall mockup

88. window shadow overlay

    
    

Celebrations & Party

89. confetti overlay

90. balloon doodle

91. gift box icon

92. party hat sketch

93. bunting banner

94. sparkler overlay

95. birthday cake doodle

96. champagne pop illustration

    
    

Seasonal: Christmas

97. snowflake icon

98. Christmas tree doodle

99. holly leaf sketch

100. gingerbread man

101. Christmas lights overlay

102. candy cane icon

103. gift bow doodle

104. wreath illustration

     
     

Seasonal: Halloween

105. pumpkin doodle

106. bat silhouette

107. ghost icon

108. spider web overlay

109. witch hat sketch

110. cauldron doodle

111. black cat illustration

112. skeleton hand icon

     
     

Seasonal: Spring

113. cherry blossom doodle

114. pastel easter egg

115. bunny icon

116. rain boots sketch

117. umbrella doodle

118. tulip illustration

119. butterfly line art

120. rainbow doodle

     
     

Seasonal: Summer

121. sun icon

122. beach umbrella doodle

123. flip flop sketch

124. ice cream cone

125. palm tree illustration

126. watermelon doodle

127. sunglasses icon

128. seashell line art

     
     

Seasonal: Autumn

129. falling leaves doodle

130. acorn icon

131. pumpkin spice mug

132. plaid pattern background

133. harvest wheat sketch

134. cozy blanket texture

135. autumn candle doodle

136. boots illustration

     
     

Seasonal: Winter

137. snowflake set

138. mitten doodle

139. hot cocoa mug

140. ice skate illustration

141. snowman icon

142. pinecone sketch

143. frosty window overlay

144. wool scarf doodle

     
     

Aesthetic Overlays

145. sparkle overlay

146. glitter dust

147. light leak overlay

148. rainbow light effect

149. film grain texture

150. bokeh lights

151. glitter star scatter

152. neon glow overlay

     
     

Social Media Mockups

153. Instagram post frame

154. Instagram story frame

155. TikTok phone mockup

156. Pinterest pin collage

157. YouTube thumbnail template

158. Twitter tweet mockup

159. Facebook post frame

160. LinkedIn profile mockup

     
     

Labels & Stickers

161. round sticker badge

162. washi tape

163. sticky label doodle

164. vintage tag

165. torn sticker

166. neon label

167. sale badge

168. new arrival sticker

     
     

Icons: General

169. arrow icon

170. star icon

171. heart doodle

172. check mark icon

173. cross icon

174. exclamation icon

175. question mark doodle

176. plus sign sketch

     
     

Infographics & Data

177. pie chart doodle

178. bar chart icon

179. timeline template

180. infographic arrow

181. mind map doodle

182. diagram shapes

183. circular flowchart

184. comparison chart

     
     

Music & Audio

185. music note doodle

186. microphone sketch

187. headphones icon

188. guitar silhouette

189. piano keys doodle

190. vinyl record illustration

191. speaker icon

192. sound wave graphic

     
     

Film & Entertainment

193. film reel icon

194. clapperboard doodle

195. movie ticket sketch

196. popcorn illustration

197. spotlight overlay

198. stage curtain doodle

199. 3D glasses icon

200. star walk silhouette

     
     

Fitness & Wellness

201. dumbbell doodle

202. yoga pose icon

203. running shoe illustration

204. meditation doodle

205. smoothie cup sketch

206. gym bag icon

207. heart pulse line

208. water bottle doodle

     
     

Health & Medical

209. stethoscope doodle

210. pill icon

211. syringe illustration

212. heart with cross

213. bandage doodle

214. thermometer icon

215. apple doodle

216. first aid kit

     
     

Travel & Adventure

217. airplane doodle

218. passport icon

219. suitcase sketch

220. world map outline

221. compass illustration

222. camera doodle

223. hiking boot icon

224. tent sketch

     
     

Animals & Pets

225. paw print icon

226. dog doodle

227. cat illustration

228. bird sketch

229. fish icon

230. butterfly doodle

231. horse silhouette

232. turtle icon

     
     

Baby & Kids

233. baby bottle doodle

234. pacifier icon

235. rattle sketch

236. teddy bear illustration

237. toy blocks doodle

238. stroller icon

239. bib sketch

240. balloons doodle

     
     

Education & Learning

241. book doodle

242. pencil sketch

243. chalkboard icon

244. backpack doodle

245. ruler illustration

246. apple for teacher

247. graduation cap

248. open notebook

     
     

Architecture & City

249. skyline silhouette

250. building doodle

251. bridge illustration

252. house icon

253. shopfront doodle

254. window sketch

255. lamppost icon

256. tower silhouette

     
     

Craft & DIY

257. sewing needle doodle

258. yarn ball sketch

259. knitting icon

260. paint palette doodle

261. scissors illustration

262. glue stick icon

263. embroidery hoop

264. patchwork pattern

     
     

Self-Care & Relaxation

265. candle doodle

266. spa flower icon

267. massage stone illustration

268. tea set sketch

269. essential oil bottle

270. cozy bath doodle

271. skincare jar icon

272. meditation mat

     
     

Love & Relationships

273. heart doodle

274. love letter icon

275. engagement ring sketch

276. bouquet illustration

277. wedding arch doodle

278. cupid arrow

279. champagne glasses

280. intertwined hearts

     
     

Ecommerce

281. shopping bag doodle

282. shopping cart icon

283. barcode sketch

284. delivery truck illustration

285. package box doodle

286. sale tag icon

287. credit card sketch

288. shop sign doodle

     
     

Tech & Digital

289. coding bracket icon

290. cloud storage doodle

291. wifi signal sketch

292. smartphone icon

293. desktop monitor

294. USB cable doodle

295. app icon frame

296. smartwatch illustration

     
     

Web & Online

297. globe doodle

298. email icon

299. browser window sketch

300. search bar illustration

301. link chain doodle

302. cursor arrow icon

303. notification bell

304. settings gear

     
     

Spiritual & Mindful

305. mandala doodle

306. lotus flower sketch

307. prayer hands icon

308. moon phases illustration

309. crystal doodle

310. incense stick sketch

311. angel wings icon

312. yin yang symbol

     
     

Space & Science

313. planet doodle

314. rocket sketch

315. astronaut icon

316. telescope illustration

317. atom doodle

318. microscope icon

319. DNA helix

320. galaxy stars background

     
     

Industrial & Tools

321. hammer doodle

322. wrench icon

323. screwdriver sketch

324. construction helmet

325. factory silhouette

326. gear illustration

327. toolbox icon

328. blueprint doodle

     
     

Transport & Vehicles

321. car doodle

322. bicycle icon

323. scooter sketch

324. train silhouette

325. bus doodle

326. truck illustration

327. ship icon

328. airplane sketch

     
     

Work & Productivity

337. calendar doodle

338. clock icon

339. checklist sketch

340. notepad illustration

341. pen doodle

342. goal target icon

343. time tracker sketch

344. workflow diagram

     
     

Gaming & Fun

345. game controller doodle

346. joystick icon

347. dice sketch

348. playing card illustration

349. puzzle piece doodle

350. chess pawn

351. trophy icon

352. VR headset sketch

     
     

Literature & Writing

353. typewriter doodle

354. open book icon

355. scroll sketch

356. quill and ink illustration

357. bookshelf doodle

358. novel cover mockup

359. writing pad icon

360. paper scroll

     
     

Symbols & Shapes

361. circle frame

362. square frame

363. triangle doodle

364. hexagon icon

365. starburst shape

366. badge outline

367. ribbon banner

368. abstract swirl

     
     

Color & Gradients

369. gradient blob

370. rainbow gradient

371. pastel blob

372. neon gradient

373. ombre background

374. gradient wave

375. colorful mesh

376. holographic overlay

     
     

Frames & Borders

377. vintage photo frame

378. gold border

379. lace frame

380. film strip border

381. floral frame

382. square border doodle

383. round frame sketch

384. minimal border line

     
     

Patterns & Fills

385. polka dot pattern

386. stripe pattern

387. plaid texture

388. zigzag doodle

389. abstract pattern

390. chevron background

391. geometric pattern

392. floral seamless pattern

     
     

Flags & Culture

393. world flags set

394. cultural symbol doodle

395. travel icon pack

396. ethnic textile pattern

397. traditional motif sketch

398. festival decoration

399. global unity icon

400. heritage art illustration