How To Create A Vision Board That Works

Last Updated on August 12, 2022 by Ellen Christian

Have you ever wondered how to create a vision board that works? Check out this simple DIY vision board to help you focus on your goals.

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Have you ever wondered how to create a vision board that works? Check out this simple DIY vision board to help you focus on your goals.

How To Create A Vision Board

Since I work at home, my day combines family and work responsibilities. I may be folding laundry while on a conference call with a client. I might answer emails on my iPad while my son uses my business computer for homework.  

Unlike days when I worked in an office, my responsibilities sort of blur together some days. It’s easy to get off focus and find myself playing Candy Crush for a few too many minutes or working after dinner when I should be relaxing with my family.

To help me keep my mind on my goals and my attitude positive, I decided to create a vision board.  A vision board is a visual reminder of your personal goals and the positive thoughts you want to focus on.  Learning how to create a vision board is not difficult at all.

This vision board works to help me stay focused on my goals.

Have you ever wondered how to create a vision board that works? Check out this simple DIY vision board to help you focus on your goals.

What is a vision board?

A vision board is a board on which you display images that represent your goals and dreams. Creating a vision board can help you achieve your goals by providing you with a daily reminder of what you want to achieve.

You can create a vision board by cutting out pictures from magazines or printing pictures from the internet. Once you have collected some pictures, glue them onto a piece of card or paper and display them where you will see them daily.

Some people like to create vision boards specific to one area of their life, such as their career or health. Others prefer to create a general board that includes all aspects of their life. Either way, choosing images that inspire and motivate you is important.

inspirational quotes written on paper

What to put on my vision board

If you’re not sure where to start, here are some ideas. You can use images or hand write inspirational quotes.

  • Career: images of your dream job, successful people in your field, your ideal office
  • Health: pictures of healthy foods, people exercising, quotes about wellness
  • Relationships: photos of happy couples, inspiring love stories, friendship quotes
  • Personal growth: images of people achieving their goals, quotes about self-improvement, your ideal life

Creating a vision board is a fun and easy way to visualize your goals. It’s also a powerful tool that can help you achieve them. So get started today and see what amazing things you can achieve!

What are the benefits of creating a vision board?

There are many benefits to creating a vision board. First, it can help you clarify your goals. When you take the time to sit down and choose images that represent your dreams, you’re forced to think about what you want to achieve. This can help you narrow your goals and determine what’s most important to you.

Second, a vision board can remind you daily of your goals. Seeing it every day will keep your goals at the top of your mind and help you stay focused on achieving them.

Third, creating a vision board can be a fun and creative way to get motivated. It’s a chance to let your imagination run wild and dream about all the possibilities for your life.

Have you ever wondered how to create a vision board that works? Check out this simple DIY vision board to help you focus on your goals.

Fourth, making a vision board can help you tap into your subconscious mind. When you see images of what you want to achieve, your subconscious mind will start working on ways to make it happen.

Finally, vision boards can be a great way to get friends and family involved in your goals. Ask them to contribute pictures or quotes that inspire you. This will help you stay accountable and on track to achieve your goals.

a laptop and magazines with a glass of juice

What are some tips for creating a vision board?

Here are some tips to help you create a compelling vision board:

1. Start by brainstorming a list of goals and dreams. What do you want to achieve in the next year? In the next five years? Write down as many things as you can, no matter how big or small.

2. Once you have your list, start looking for pictures representing your goals. You can find pictures in magazines or online or print them out from your computer.

3. Once you have a good selection of pictures, start gluing them onto a piece of card or paper. Arrange them however you like – there’s no right or wrong way to do it.

4. Hang your vision board in a place where you’ll see it daily, such as your bedroom or office.

5. Take a few minutes each day to look at your vision board and focus on your goals. Imagine yourself achieving them and feel the emotions of success.

materials to make a project on a wood background

Materials

gluing ribbon to a board frame

Instructions

  • Gather supplies.
  • Using hot glue gun, glue one end of buffalo check ribbon to the back of the frame near the top of the open area of the frame.
  • Pull the ribbon tightly across the front of the frame and hot glue to the back, keeping the ribbon as even across the frame as possible. Cut the excess ribbon.
  • Repeat this in a uniform spacing, so four lengths of ribbon are stretched across the front of the frame.

a piece of green paper with thank you written on it

  • Use the mini clear plastic clips to hang your favorite notes, cards, reminders, and affirmations.
  • Hang in your office or bedroom.

This project was created in 2013 and was updated with new photos in 2022.

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How To Create A Vision Board That Works

Have you ever wondered how to create a vision board that works? Check out this simple DIY vision board to help you focus on your goals.

Have you ever wondered how to create a vision board that works? Check out this simple DIY vision board to help you focus on your goals.

Prep Time 5 minutes
Active Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Difficulty easy
Estimated Cost $15.00

Materials

  • Buffalo Check Ribbon 3/8”x10 yards
  • Window Frame Wall Decor 18”x22” (includes hanging hardware for vertical or horizontal)
  • Mini Clear Plastic Clips
  • Hot glue gun
  • Glue Gun Sticks
  • Scissors

Tools

  • scissors

Instructions

  1. Gather supplies.
  2. Using hot glue gun, glue one end of buffalo check ribbon to the back of the frame near the top of the open area of the frame.
  3. Pull the ribbon tightly across the front of the frame and hot glue to the back, keeping the ribbon as even across the frame as possible. Cut the excess ribbon.
  4. Repeat this in a uniform spacing, so four lengths of ribbon are stretched across the front of the frame.
  5. Use the mini clear plastic clips to hang your favorite notes, cards, reminders, and affirmations.
  6. Hang in your office or bedroom.

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30 thoughts on “How To Create A Vision Board That Works”

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  2. Nice idea, my children are big Vision board people and will enjoy your idea :) Thanks so much for linking up week for week, I look forward to seeing what you share with us this week on Tutorial Thursdays Linky Party. x Natalie Marigolds' Loft 
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  3. I love this! I so need one but don't have time right now to make it. I love your ribbon and the punch you used. I'm so glad you joined us at Transformed Tuesday.  Have a wonderful week. Hugs, Peggy~PJH Designs
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  5. Love that board, a unique way to use  a message board too, thank you for all those bath and body recipes too! they are awesome!
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  6. wanted to invite you to my link party where we pin all those who join to our party board http://myfashionforwardblog.com/2013/05/23/all-things-pretty-9/
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  7. Love it!  My daughter would love one of these too!  I like that because it's cork or foam, you can change it if you change your vision!
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  8. Love the punch, I need to get some of those, they're just not the cheapest supplies to buy if you know what I mean. But I've been eying a few! I've always wanted to create a vision board, I love how yours is filled with positive words and thoughts!
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  9. I love this! I am constantly multitasking and its so easy to lose focus on whats important! Great visual reminder of the things that really matter.
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