💡 What to Post When You’re Out of Ideas: 30 Content Prompts That Always Work

Hey creative soul! 🎨

Feeling stuck on what to post lately? We’ve all hit that wall—the one where your brain says, “I’ve got nothing,” and the content calendar stares back in silence.

But here’s the good news: you are not out of ideas—you just need a little spark. And today? I’ve got a whole list of them. Thirty, to be exact.

Whether you're a scrapbooker, digital creator, small business owner, or just trying to stay visible and connected online, these easy-to-use content prompts are here to help you show up with confidence and creativity.

Let’s fill that feed with meaningful, engaging content—without the stress.

✏️ How to Use These Prompts

You can use these prompts for:

• Instagram posts

• Stories or carousels

• Pinterest pins

• Email newsletters

• Blog post starters

• Facebook updates

Mix them, tweak them, or repeat your favorites seasonally. Ready to dive in?

📲 30 Content Prompts That Always Work

Behind the Scenes

1. A peek into your creative process

2. Your favorite tools or workspace setup

3. How you organize your digital files or physical supplies

4. A time-lapse of you working on a new project

5. The story behind your brand or shop name

Personal Connection

6. Share your “why” (why you started, why you create, why it matters)

7. A fun fact about you most people don’t know

8. Your favorite book, song, or quote that inspires your creativity

9. What a typical day looks like in your life

10. Something you’ve learned recently and how it’s helped you grow

Quick Wins + Tips

11. 3 things that help you stay organized

12. Your go-to apps or websites for inspiration

13. A favorite Canva hack or shortcut

14. How to turn a mistake into a masterpiece

15. A checklist for a small task your audience can try today

Engagement Boosters

16. This or That: (e.g., “digital vs. traditional scrapbooking?”)

17. “Drop your favorite emoji if you…” posts

18. Polls or questions in Stories

19. Fill-in-the-blank caption prompts

20. Ask your audience for help choosing something (color palette, layout, product name!)

Show What You Sell

21. A new product drop or launch sneak peek

22. A customer review turned into a graphic

23. A flatlay or styled mockup of your product in use

24. The process of creating your item—from sketch to final file

25. A “Did you know?” post about how your product can be used

Feel-Good Favorites

26. A quote graphic your audience will want to save

27. A seasonal mood board or color palette

28. A gratitude post—what you're thankful for this season

29. A funny or relatable meme about your niche

30. A celebration post—your milestone, your audience’s support, or just a “yay, we made it to Friday!”

🛍 Grab Your Content Creation Essentials

Need tools to make posting even easier? Visit A Rea of Treasures on Etsy and explore:

• Editable Instagram carousel + quote templates

• Printable content planners

• Story highlight covers + Canva kits

• Fun, colorful tools to help you post with purpose!

Every template is made with love to help you stay consistent, creative, and connected to your audience.

🎉 Final Thoughts

You’re never truly “out” of content ideas—you just need a little nudge and a spark of inspiration. This list is here to remind you that you have so much to say, share, and show.

So pick a prompt, open Canva, and create something beautiful today. And remember: your next best post might just be the one you haven’t written yet. 💛

And when you post it? Tag me so I can cheer you on! You’ve got this.