7 Beginner-Friendly Digital Products You Can Create This Weekend

Have you ever dreamed of earning money online, but felt lost in the sea of options?

Good news: you don’t need coding skills, expensive equipment or months of prep to begin. Digital products are one of the easiest ways to start building an online income stream — they’re simple to create, easy to sell worldwide, and can generate passive income once they’re uploaded.

But here’s the truth nobody tells you: it won’t all happen overnight. You probably won’t go viral in a weekend. What you can do is take the first step, create your very first product, and start building a digital shop that can grow into something much bigger.

In this post, I’ll share 7 beginner-friendly digital products you can create this weekend. Each idea comes with examples, how to create it (step by step in Canva), and where you can sell it.

And at the end, I’ll give you a resource that helps you learn Canva quickly — so you can stop overthinking and actually start creating.

Printables are one of the most popular digital products for beginners. Why? Because people love tools that help them stay organized — and they’re willing to pay for beautiful, ready-to-use designs.

Examples:

• Weekly meal planner with a shopping list

• Wedding planning checklist

• Self-care or gratitude journal

How to create it in Canva:

• Open Canva and choose an A4 or Letter document.

• Use pre-designed templates or build your own layout.

• Add stylish fonts, icons and your own color palette.

• Export as PDF and upload to platforms like Etsy or Creative Market.

💡 Pro tip: Start with one simple planner (e.g. a daily planner) and expand to a bundle later. Bundles usually sell better and allow you to charge a higher price.

Every business owner struggles with creating content. That’s why social media templates are in huge demand.

Examples:

• 20 Instagram Story templates for coaches

• Facebook post templates for restaurants

• Pinterest pin templates for bloggers

How to create it in Canva:

• Select the correct dimensions (Instagram Post, Story, Pinterest, etc.).

• Create 10–20 designs in the same style (brand kit colors, fonts).

• Save them as editable Canva templates and deliver a share link.

💡 Pro tip: Add “how to use” instructions so customers feel supported.

Where to sell: Etsy, Creative Fabrica, Gumroad, Creative Market or your own website.

You don’t need to write 200 pages to call it an e-book. Short, value-packed guides are highly attractive to buyers.

Examples:

• “10 Easy Smoothie Recipes for Busy Mornings”

• “Travel Hacks for Europe on a Budget”

• “Beginner’s Guide to Journaling”

How to create it in Canva:

• Write your content in Google Docs (easier for editing).

• Import the text into Canva and design a cover + inside pages.

• Export as PDF.

Where to sell: Gumroad, Etsy, Payhip, or use it as a lead magnet to grow your email list.

Digital stickers are used in planners, GoodNotes, Notion or just as fun graphics. They’re colorful, simple to create, and can become a niche product line.

Examples:

• Self-care sticker pack (pastel designs)

• Motivational quotes in cute fonts

• Seasonal holiday stickers

How to create it in Canva:

• Design small graphics on a transparent background (PNG).

• Export each sticker separately.

• Bundle them in a folder (ZIP file) for download.

💡 Pro tip: Make themed packs (e.g. “Back-to-School Stickers” or “Minimal Aesthetic Stickers”).

Professionals are always looking for time-saving, modern templates. If you can design a stylish CV, business card, invoice, or presentation, you’re solving a real need.

Examples:

• A clean, modern CV for job seekers

• Invoice template for freelancers

• Business card template for entrepreneurs

How to create it in Canva:

• Choose a “Resume” or “Business Document” template in Canva.

• Customize fonts, sections, and design elements.

• Save as editable Canva template or PDF.

Where to sell: Etsy, Creative Fabrica, Creative Market, or directly via LinkedIn marketing.

Teachers, coaches, and course creators always need fresh resources. You don’t have to create an entire course yourself — but you can provide materials that others use.

Examples:

• Slide deck templates for workshops

• Worksheets for kids’ activities

• Goal-setting trackers for personal development coaches

How to create it in Canva:

• Use “Presentation” or “Worksheet” templates.

• Add placeholders, questions, or prompts.

• Save as PDF (for worksheets) or editable template (for slides).

💡 Pro tip: Create bundles, e.g. 10 worksheets + 1 slide deck = higher perceived value.

Wallpapers are simple but surprisingly popular. Think about how many times people change their phone or desktop background.

Examples:

• A set of minimalist aesthetic phone wallpapers

• Motivational quote backgrounds

• Calming nature or abstract art patterns

How to create it in Canva:

• Choose custom dimensions for phone or desktop screens.

• Use Canva’s elements, images, and fonts.

• Export as high-resolution JPG/PNG.

Where to sell: Etsy, Gumroad, or even as freebies to grow your audience.

It’s easy to get excited and imagine launching your store this weekend, but here’s the truth:

• You might only finish one product, and that’s okay.

• It takes testing to know what sells.

• Consistency is the real key.

Every creator you admire started with their first product. Then they improved, added more, and grew.

So don’t pressure yourself to create seven products in two days. Start with one, learn the process, and keep going.

The fastest way to create any of these digital products is with Canva. It’s beginner-friendly, intuitive, and has endless templates to customize.

But here’s the catch: if you don’t know how to use it properly, you’ll waste hours clicking around and feeling frustrated.

That’s why I created my Canva for Beginners Mini Course — to teach you step by step how to use Canva, design like a pro, and start selling your digital creations right away.

🎨 Inside the course, you’ll learn how to:

• Design beautiful printables, templates, and graphics

• Use Canva’s hidden tools and effects

• Create professional-looking products fast

👉 Ready to start?
Grab the Canva for Beginners Mini Course here and turn your ideas into income.