Fun, fully editable Canva templates that make your holiday marketing stand out (and save you hours in the meantime!)

pattern of various hot cocoa mugs on a green background

Picture this: cherry-red mugs of hot cocoa, a peppermint disguised as a spinning vinyl record, and a vintage TV with your own holiday message.

That’s the exact energy I’m channeling in my retro holiday template collection at Shamblen Studios ⚡

mood board of a throwback holiday vibe featuring cool vintage photos

Why I made this collection

I didn’t want to make just another set of “holiday stock photos,” oh no, these needed some oomph to actually stand out—while also nodding to the holiday nostalgia that we all love.

I’ve been behind the camera and screen for years—first as a graphic designer, then photographer, and now as your personal content-partner in crime. And I know all too well that small business owners like you feel the pressure of “I need holiday content NOW but it needs to feel like ME.”

So I made this collection specifically for you. Because sometimes jolly feels cliche and cute feels too safe. It needed to be fun. And it needed to be different—”spark delight, and not yawns,” I say! :)

What you’ll find inside

Quirky shots of food and beverages
Fun holiday propping with a vintage touch (think a yellow VW bus + classic TVs!)
Text placeholders with prompts
Versatility to adept for Instagram posts, Pinterest pins, newsletters, and shop banners
Full editability: change the background, add your own message, and adjust colors so it feels you

an old television set with text on the screen that says "my top holiday movies"

How you can use ‘em for your brand

Here’s how you can make the most out of these visuals:

Course creators: Use them to tease an upcoming holiday sale or limited-time enrollment. Add a countdown for some extra pizzazz.

Product-based shops: Show off your best sellers wrapped in holiday flair. These images are perfect for gift-guide carousels, last-minute ideas, or that final holiday shopping reminder.

Service providers: Whether you’re anyone from a designer to a coach, use these to introduce your behind-the-scenes peeks, client thank-you message, or "office closed for the holidays” updates.

Content creators + influencers: Create quick “holiday faves” roundups or playful sponsored posts that still feel authentically you—just swap in your colors and logos so it blends seamlessly into your feed.

Nonprofits or community brands: Use the image template for thank you graphics, holiday event annoucements, or end-of-year donation pushes.

an infographic of a content creation tip that reads "create variations of your posts" with the same image designed in multiple ways

Content ideas

Batch your social posts: Pick 3 go-to images, plug in 5 message variations, and scheulde out a month’s worth of holiday content in one sitting!

Update your website & shop visuals: Swap in a holiday banner that matches your brand colors as a festive twist for your visitors

Run a holiday promo: Use a template from the collection as your announcement graphic, then reuse with different background for last chance or thank you posts.

Save time for what matters: You’re running a running business—let me do the heavy lifting so you can show up, publish, and celebrate!

an image of three floating sales tags with the text "don't miss out!" on them

Like a present, let’s wrap it up…

These template will give you everything you need to breeze through your holiday content creation this year! From feed posts and stories to promos, emails, and festive updates—think of it as your ready-to-go visual toolkit for the busiest and nostalgic-y (my new word) time of the year.

Here’s my lil’ magic formula: plan your content timeline, stay true to your brand colors and personality, and sprinkle in a little urgency from time to time. With a few smart swaps, you can repurpose these templates for every holiday promo ya got—and keep your visuals looking damn cohesive while you do it.

Because the right visuals don’t just make your brand look polished—they make your audience feel something. You can be showing off a sale, sharing a thank-you message, or just spreading pure holiday cheer… but these photo templates will help you show up confidently, consistently, and with personality.

Ready to turn your holiday marketing from stressful to celebratory?

Explore all the holiday collection templates inside your Shamblen Studios membership with unlimited downloads. If you’re not a member yet, then this is your sign to join and make your seasonal marketing sparkle. ✨

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