10 Vision Board Tips & The Best Supplies for the New YearDear Creatives

Are you goal-setting for the New Year? How many of you have tried to make a vision board? We are sharing the best vision board supplies to help you create your own! At the start of every new year is the perfect time to focus on goals, manifest your desires, and make a vision board! It helps set the tone for your entire year (besides asking the universe or powers that be to guide you straight to what you asked for!).

“New year, new energy! Before the clock strikes midnight.” I am getting my intentions on paper. I'm currently gathering my own supplies, and I can't wait to share mine with you once it's finished! What about you? If you are ready to stop dreaming and start doing, this is for you.

Flashback: Last Year's Inspiration

Be sure to check out my [2024 Vision Board Journey, for 2025] to see how I made that, along with more tips for creating them. Are you looking for something else? Or want to art journal or journal? Start here [Journaling and Art Journaling]

The Essentials: Vision Board Supplies

vision board supplies in a collage, clip art books for vision boards, bulletin board, push pins, poster board, glue sticks, stickers...

This is a list of my must-haves for creating vision boards. And some of the best vision board supplies!

Vision Board Books: Aesthetic magazines and stickers are a must. Both with words and images. Or get a complete Vision Board Kit.
Vision Board Stickers.
Poster Board or a Bulletin Board.
(I use both! I make it on a poster board and pin it to the bulletin board.)
Glue Sticks or Glue Tape.
My Favorite Cutter Bee Scissors! Perfect for cutting any paper-crafts, felt, and detailed cutting (including pattern cutting). They are high-quality small sheers.
Optional items: Washi Tape. Dried Flowers, fabric and ribbon scraps, and printed out photos. To help beautify or connect your vision journal art.
For journaling and if you like writing on your journal boards, I like these Micron Pens by Sakura Pigma.

You can shop all my favorite supplies on my [Amazon Storefront]

“The Why” Journaling + Vision Boards

Using both journaling and vision boards is a great way to manifest your desires. You can be more detailed with journaling. And also track things to be grateful for. Being positive and calling out your desires go hand in hand.

Actionable Tip: Write down your goals first to ensure your board isn't just “pretty,” but purposeful.

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Affirmation Cards: This collection contains a colorful array of cards to use for motivation, goal setting, vision boards, wellness, etc.

10 Easy Tips for Creating Your Best Vision Board Yet!

Close-up of a woman arranging photos and vision board images on an vision board indoors.

Declutter Your Mind: Journal for 10 minutes before starting.
Set a Vibe: Light a candle and play a “Manifestation” playlist.
Section Your Life: Use quadrants for Health, Wealth, Love, and Career.
Words Matter: Use power words (e.g., Abundance, Peace, Growth).
Quality over Quantity: Don't crowd the board; leave room for “breathing space.”
Include You: Add a photo of yourself in a happy moment.
Texture: Mix paper with fabric scraps or dried flowers.
Digital/Physical Mix: Print specific Pinterest images that resonate deeply.
Date It: Write your name and the year on the back.
Display It: Put it somewhere you’ll see it every single morning.

Three-page Vision Board Planner printable featuring watercolor floral designs. Includes a personalized cover sheet, a goal-setting worksheet for actions and visions, and a companion tips page for intentional planning. — The ultimate tool for your best year yet.

Click here to download my 3-page Vision Board Kit—the perfect companion to help you organize your goals and stay inspired all year long.

Aesthetic vision board supplies collage with magazines, scissors, and stickers

Again, I can't wait to share this year's finished vision board with you after getting my set of the best vision board supplies! And if we have another end-of-year vision board party! See last year's post for more about that, too.

What is the number one goal you are putting on your board this year? Please tag me on social media @DearCreatives #visionboards

I'd love to see your goal and vision boards!