Want to create a digital vision board that actually helps you manifest your goals? Pinterest is the perfect digital tool, visual, inspiring and best of all, completely free. Creating a vision board can be a powerful tool for personal growth, clarity, and manifestation. But if you’re short on space or just simply love digital tools, making a vision board on Pinterest is an ideal solution. If you’re serious about making that life upgrade happen however, simply pinning pretty pictures isn’t enough. In this post, I’ll show you exactly how to make a Pinterest vision board that keeps you aligned, focused and genuinely excited about your future.
Want a full breakdown of how to make a powerful vision board from scratch? Check out this step-by-step guide →
Table of Contents
- Why Use Pinterest for a Vision Board?
- Does a Pinterest Vision Board Really Work?
- Step-by-Step: How to Make a Vision Board on Pinterest That Works
- Step 1: Get Clear on What You Want
- Step 2: Create a Pinterest Board
- Step 3: Start Pinning with Intention
- Step 4: Keep Coming Back
- Use Pinterest’s New Collage Feature
Why Use Pinterest for a Vision Board?
Pinterest is more than just fashion trends, home decor and recipes. It’s a visual search engine perfect for goal setting and manifestation.. Here’s why it works so well:
- Free and accessible
- Unlimited space for visuals
- Private or public boards
- Easily updated or reorganised
- Mobile-friendly for daily viewing
- Easy to curate inspiring images, quotes, and affirmations
- Access it anywhere — perfect for a quick mindset reset
BONUS: Pinterest now has a collage feature, which means you can create aesthetic mini-vision boards right inside the app (More on this later).
Plus, Pinterest encourages exploration. You might discover images and ideas you wouldn’t have thought of yourself.
Does a Pinterest Vision Board Really Work?
Here’s the thing… a vision board won’t magically fix your life. But the short answer is yes — if you actually use it.
A Pinterest vision board is a visual reminder of what you’re working towards. When you intentionally look at that board regularly, you’re reinforcing your goals and keeping them front of mind and that can genuinely shape your thoughts, choices and habits. Which all add up to big changes!
Here’s why it works:
- Your brain responds to visual cues. The more you see something, the more real and achievable it feels.
- Repetition builds belief. Seeing your dream life over and over makes it easier to imagine and take steps toward.
- “Energy flows where attention goes”. The more focus you give your goals, the more aligned actions naturally follow.
- Reminds you of your why when you might be lacking motivation or things feel hard.
So, yes – a Pinterest vision board can totally work. But it’s not magic on its own. It works when you do: when you pin with purpose, revisit with intention and stay open to the inspired action that follows.
Step-by-Step: How to Make a Vision Board on Pinterest That Works
Step 1: Get Clear on What You Want
Before you open Pinterest, get clear on what you’re manifesting. Do you want a new job? More self-love? Travel? Financial abundance? Jot down a few key themes or feelings you want your board to represent.
Clarity is the foundation of any good vision board.
Ask yourself:
- What areas of life do I want to focus on? (e.g., health, career, relationships, self-confidence)
- How do I want to feel this year?
- What does my dream life look like in 6–12 months?
You can jot your answers down or journal about them. The clearer you are, the more aligned your board will be.
Tip:
Use categories like these to organise your goals:
- Personal Growth
- Career & Money
- Health & Wellness
- Relationships
- Travel & Experiences
- Spirituality
Step 2: Create a Pinterest Board
Once you’ve got clarity, it’s time to create your board.
- Log into your Pinterest account (or create one) here.
- Click on your profile and tap the “+” button to create a new board.
- Name it something that feels exciting or personal to you. For example:
- My 2025 Vision Board
- My Dream Life
- Becoming Her
- Decide if you want to keep it private (only you can see it) or public it’s totally up to you. I personally like secret boards so I can pin freely without overthinking.
Tip:
If you’re really going all in on this and you’re using this board to help you overcoming some deep rooted issues, consider keeping it secret so you can feel free to add deeply personal content without the worry of judgement. This board is just for you after all 💛
Step 3: Start Pinning with Intention
Now comes the fun part – curating your board. Use the Pinterest search bar to look for images that reflect your vision and are related to your goals – not just pretty images. Try searching for:
- Travel destinations 2025
- Affirmations for abundance
- Dream apartment aesthetic
- Self-confidence quotes
Delve deeper and get super specific for your goals:
- Want to feel more confident? Search “radiant woman energy” or “confidence aesthetic.”
- Dream of working for yourself? Try “digital nomad lifestyle” or “entrepreneur vision.”
- Hoping to travel to Japan? Look for “Kyoto cherry blossoms” or “Tokyo skyline.”
Pin visuals that feel right, not just ones that look nice. Your board should spark emotion and excitement every time you look at it. And don’t forget to add your own content if you want your board to feel extra personal. Include quotes, affirmations, or even screenshots from texts or notes to yourself. Anything that makes the dream feel more real.
Step 4: Keep Coming Back
Don’t just pin and forget. The magic happens when you stay connected to your vision. Set a reminder to revisit your board regularly — weekly, monthly or whenever you need a reminder of your ‘why’.
I’m not saying you should be obsessing over your goals but you should keep them close as a happy reminder of your purpose and to help you take that aligned action.
The more often you connect with it, the more normal it becomes and the more natural it feels to move toward that dream life, without forcing it.
Bonus idea:
Set one of your pins as your phone or desktop background for constant inspiration.
Use Pinterest’s New Collage Feature
Pinterest’s new collage feature (available only on the mobile app) lets you combine multiple pins into one visual, making it perfect for a digital vision board. Just tap the plus sign to create a new Pin, select “Collage,” and then choose your favourite images. You can mix in saved Pins or upload your own photos. Rearrange them until it feels just right, then add a title like “My Dream Life 2025.” You can save the collage to a board or download it for your phone wallpaper or journal. It’s a super easy way to make your goals feel visual, inspiring, and personal in minutes!
🔗 Click here to learn how to make a collage on Pinterest →
Ready to try vision boarding beyond Pinterest? Grab one of my free printable templates or learn how to create a full vision board with this guide.
Creating a vision board on Pinterest is free, fun, and surprisingly helpful. The platform itself is designed like a digital scrapbook, making it the perfect space to collect and organise your dreams in one handy, easy to use, little place. It gives you a visual home for your goals – one that be organised into neat little boards and can evolve as you do. And if you’re often on your phone or laptop, having your intentions just a tap away helps keep them front and centre in your daily life.
If you found this guide helpful, feel free to pin it or share it with a friend who could do with a helping hand with their manifestations. And let me know – what’s the first pin you’re adding to your board?
