☔ Rainy Day? Design a Printable Board Game in Canva!

Rea Weeks
Jul 16
3 min read

Hey creative friend! 🌧

There’s something kind of magical about a rainy day. The soft patter of raindrops, the excuse to slow down, the steaming mug of something sweet… and the perfect reason to create something fun from scratch—like your very own printable board game in Canva!

Yep, you heard that right! Whether you’re looking to entertain your kids, create a rainy day activity for your audience, or just need a whimsical project to make you smile, Canva is the perfect place to bring a board game idea to life. 🎲✨

In this post, I’ll walk you through how to design a custom game step-by-step—no fancy tech skills required. Let’s bring some sunshine to your stormy day!

🎲 Why Make a Printable Board Game?

Making your own game isn’t just fun—it’s:

A screen-free activity for the whole family
A creative challenge for rainy days or lazy weekends
A fun printable to share or sell
A memory-maker you’ll actually want to keep

And the best part? You can completely customize it to fit any theme, age group, or occasion!

💡 Bonus: Want to skip the blank canvas? Grab a pre-made Canva board game template from my shop! A Rea of Treasures on Etsy

🛠 How to Design Your Own Printable Board Game in Canva

Ready to turn your idea into a real game? Let’s go step-by-step:

1. Start with a Blank Canvas or Template

Open Canva and create a new design—8.5" x 11" is perfect for printing at home. Or, start with one of my editable board game templates!

🎨 Tip: Set your background color first so you have a fun base to build on!

2. Choose Your Game Style

Pick your vibe:

Classic path (like Candy Land or Chutes & Ladders)
Dice-and-move squares
Trivia or challenge cards
Scavenger hunt or story adventure

Keep it simple! The more visual and easy to follow, the better.

3. Design the Game Board

Use Canva shapes and lines to:

Create a winding path or numbered track
Add start and finish spaces
Drop in symbols, characters, or icons for special rules (like “lose a turn,” “jump ahead,” or “draw a card”)

Add color, doodles, or fun illustrations to bring it to life! ✨

4. Make Game Cards or Prompts

Create a second page for cards or challenges like:

“Act like a cat for 10 seconds!”
“Move forward 3 spaces if you’ve ever eaten pineapple on pizza”
“Draw a doodle blindfolded!”

Keep it silly, interactive, and easy to cut out.

5. Add Game Pieces & Dice (Optional)

You can:

Create printable tokens (stars, hearts, animals!)
Add a printable dice template
Or use buttons, coins, or LEGOs at home

It doesn’t have to be perfect—it just has to be fun.

🎁 Creative Themes to Try

Need a little inspiration? Try one of these fun ideas:

Rainy Day Bingo – with cozy activities like “wear fuzzy socks” or “read a book”
Color Quest – a game where you collect all the rainbow shades
Bookworm Race – a story-themed path game for little readers
Gratitude Trail – players stop to list things they’re thankful for
Summer Adventure Game – complete summer challenges to win!

Want a printable version of these ideas? Join my list below!

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Free printable board game kits
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🛍 Need Ready-to-Use Canva Templates?

Visit A Rea of Treasures on Etsy for:

Printable board game templates
Activity books and journaling pages
Fun and educational Canva kits for kids
Holiday, seasonal, and storytelling printables
DIY family fun packs and creative play ideas!

They’re designed to help you create quickly, customize easily, and enjoy fully—with zero design stress.

🌈 Final Thoughts

Rainy days don’t have to be boring—they can be magical.Designing your own printable board game is such a fun way to get creative, connect with loved ones, and turn a quiet day into something special.

So pull out your cozy socks, grab a snack, open up Canva, and let your imagination play.

And remember—when you design something joyful, you’re not just making a game. You’re making a memory. 💛