How to Make Pinterest Collage (2026 Complete Guide)

Quick Answer: Open Pinterest app → tap + (plus icon) → select Collage → tap + again to add images → cut out objects → arrange and design → tap Next → add title/description → tap Publish.

What is a Pinterest Collage?

Pinterest collages are layered visual boards where you combine multiple images or cutouts into one creative composition.

Uses:

Vision boards
Mood boards
Product roundups
Gift guides
Room planning
Outfit layouts
Project inspiration

Key feature: Each cutout in your collage links back to its original Pin, making collages interactive and shoppable.

Mobile: How to Make a Pinterest Collage (Primary Method)

Pinterest's collage feature works best on mobile (iOS and Android).

Step 1: Open Pinterest app

Step 2: Tap the + (plus) icon

Located at bottom center of screen

Step 3: Select "Collage"

Between Pin and Board options

Step 4: Tap + again to add content

Opens selection menu

Step 5: Choose your images

More ideas: Browse suggested Pins
Your boards: Select from saved Pins (to find your saved pins, see how to see liked pins on Pinterest)
Drafts: Use saved drafts
Camera/Upload: Add photos from device

Step 6: Create cutouts

Tap a Pin to select it
Use tools to cut out objects:
- Auto-select: Tap object to auto-detect
- Manual: Use add/erase tools
- Shapes: Cut in specific shapes (circle, heart, etc.)
- Adjust: Drag corners to resize

Step 7: Tap "Add" or "Add cutout"

Step 8: Repeat to add more cutouts

Tap + to add more images
Build your composition

Step 9: Arrange your collage

Drag cutouts to position them
Pinch to resize
Rotate with two fingers
Layer by dragging on top
Tap cutout for options (duplicate, delete, edit)

Step 10: Add finishing touches (optional)

Tap drawing tool to add illustrations
Tap text tool to add words
Change background color

Step 11: Tap "Next" (top-right)

Step 12: Add details

Title: Name your collage
Description: Add keywords for search
Board: Select where to save (to find group boards, see how to find group boards on Pinterest)
Enable remixing: Let others use your collage as template (optional)

Step 13: Tap "Publish"

Done! Your collage is now live as a Pin.

Desktop: How to Make a Pinterest Collage

Desktop collage creation is now available (rolling out to all accounts).

Step 1: Go to business.facebook.com or pinterest.com

Step 2: Click menu (☰) in top-left

Or click "Create" button

Step 3: Select "Create Collage"

Under "Create content" section

Step 4: Enter the Collage Editor

Step 5: Add images

Search for ideas
Select from your boards
Upload from computer

Step 6: Create cutouts

Click on image
Use selection tools
Adjust and refine

Step 7: Arrange in editor

Drag to position
Resize as needed
Layer elements

Step 8: Add text/design elements

Step 9: Click "Next"

Step 10: Add title, description, and board

Step 11: Click "Create" or "Publish"

Note: Desktop feature is still rolling out. If you don't see it yet, check back soon or use mobile.

How to Remix an Existing Collage

Use someone else's collage as a starting point.

Step 1: Find a collage with remix enabled

Look for scissor-paper icon on collage

Step 2: Tap the collage

Step 3: Tap "Remix"

Bottom of the screen

Step 4: Edit the collage

Add, remove, or rearrange cutouts
Change design elements

Step 5: Publish your remix

Original creator gets credit
Your version links to original

This helps: Get inspiration and create faster while giving credit.

Tips for Creating Eye-Catching Collages

Design best practices: ✓ Keep a consistent color palette ✓ Use high-quality images ✓ Don't overcrowd (3-7 cutouts ideal) ✓ Create visual balance ✓ Leave some negative space ✓ Use vertical orientation (2:3 or 9:16 ratio)

For traffic and engagement: ✓ Link collage to relevant content ✓ Use keywords in title/description ✓ Create themed collages (holidays, seasons) ✓ Make product roundups shoppable ✓ Enable remixing for more reach

Content ideas:

Seasonal style guides
Product comparisons
Before/after transformations
Color palette inspiration
Travel destination boards
Recipe ingredient layouts

How to Find Your Saved Collages

Step 1: Go to your profile

Tap profile picture

Step 2: Scroll to your Pins

All published collages appear here

Step 3: Filter to collages (optional)

Look for multi-layered Pins

Or check the board where you published them. If you need to recover a deleted board, see how to recover deleted Pinterest boards.

How to Edit a Published Collage

Limited editing available:

✓ Change title
✓ Change description
✓ Change board
✓ Toggle remix settings
❌ Can't change the collage design itself

To edit design: You must create a new collage. Published collages can't be redesigned.

Third-Party Tools for Pinterest Collages

If you prefer external design tools:

Canva

Pre-made Pinterest collage templates
Easy drag-and-drop
Free and paid options
Export and upload to Pinterest

Adobe Express

Professional templates
Design tools
Direct Pinterest integration

Shuffles (Pinterest app)

Separate app by Pinterest
AI-powered cutouts
Connected to Pinterest account
Creates collages that post to Pinterest

PicCollage

Simple mobile collage maker
Free templates
Export as image

After creating externally:

Download collage as image
Upload to Pinterest as regular Pin
Add title, description, link

Note: If you want to reduce AI-generated content in your feed, see how to turn off AI posts on Pinterest.

Common Questions

Is the Pinterest collage feature free? Yes. Creating collages is completely free on Pinterest. All features are included.

Can I make collages on desktop? Yes, but the feature is still rolling out to all accounts. Mobile (iOS/Android) has full access.

Do collages get more engagement than regular Pins? Generally, yes. Collages stand out in feeds and encourage interaction with individual cutouts.

Can others see my collage drafts? No. Drafts are private until you publish them.

What happens when someone clicks on a cutout? They see the original Pin that cutout came from, including any links or product info.

Can I delete a published collage? Yes. Go to the collage Pin and delete it like any other Pin (three dots → Delete). For detailed instructions, see how to delete a Pinterest pin.

Do I need a business account? No. Personal accounts can create collages too. Business accounts get extra analytics.

Can I use my own photos? Yes. Upload from your device using the camera/upload icon. To learn more about creating pins, see how to make a pin on Pinterest.

What's the difference between a collage and a regular Pin? Collages are interactive-each cutout links to its source. Regular Pins link to one destination. For more Pinterest strategies, see Pinterest posting strategy and Pinterest tips and tricks.

Why can't I find the collage option? Make sure your app is updated. Desktop feature is still rolling out. Try mobile if desktop doesn't have it yet.

The Bottom Line

Creating Pinterest collages is simple:

Mobile (easiest): + icon → Collage → Add images → Create cutouts → Arrange → Publish Desktop: Create → Collage → Design → Publish

Best practices:

Use 3-7 cutouts for balance
Keep vertical orientation
Add keywords to title/description
Enable remixing for more reach
Link to relevant content

Pinterest collages are perfect for mood boards, product guides, vision boards, and creative projects. They're free, interactive, and drive more engagement than standard Pins (which can help you make money with Pinterest). For managing your saved pins, see how to unsave pins on Pinterest, and for board management, see how to delete a board on Pinterest. For downloading videos, see how to download Pinterest video.

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