10 Fun Things to Draw as Wiggly GIFs

The hardest part of making a wiggly GIF is often just deciding what to draw. The good news: simple, bold subjects wiggle best, so you don't need to be an artist. Here are ten ideas that are easy to draw and look great once they start moving.

1. A smiley face

The classic starting point. A round face with two dots and a curve becomes surprisingly charming once it jitters - like it's giggling.

2. Your name or a single word

Hand-lettered text with a wiggle reads like a living sticker. Try "hi", "yay", or your own name in big, bold letters.

3. A heart

A simple heart outline that pulses and shakes makes a perfect reaction GIF for chats and comments.

4. A star or sparkle

Stars shimmer naturally when they wiggle. Draw a few different sizes for a twinkling effect.

5. A little monster or blob creature

Invent a silly creature with a couple of eyes. The wiggle gives it personality without any extra effort - it looks like it's breathing or wobbling along.

6. A speech bubble

Draw an empty speech bubble or add a short message inside. Animated, it feels like someone is talking.

7. An arrow

A wiggling arrow is a fun, friendly way to point at something - great for adding emphasis to a post.

8. Weather doodles

A sun, a cloud, a lightning bolt or a few raindrops all come alive with motion. Combine them for a tiny animated sky.

9. Food doodles

A slice of pizza, a cupcake, a coffee cup - simple food shapes are instantly recognizable and fun to animate.

10. An abstract scribble

Sometimes the best result is pure abstraction. Lay down a few loops and squiggles, let them wiggle, and enjoy the hypnotic motion.

Now make one

Pick any idea above, keep it bold and simple, and give it a wiggle. The whole thing takes a minute - and once you make one, it's hard to stop. Open the canvas and try your favorite from the list.