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How to set up a WordPress Menu

August 6, 2014 by Patricia 4 Comments

  All the wordpress themes I design are built on the Genesis Framework, which uses the Wordpress custom menu feature.  Here's a handy tutorial on how to set it up. Once you have published some pages and posts on your site, you are ready to create a menu - that's the navigation bar you see … [Read more...] about How to set up a WordPress Menu

Filed Under: Tips & Tricks Tagged With: blogging, custom menu, menu, tutorials, wordpress

8 Tips for a Fab Sidebar

July 23, 2014 by Patricia 4 Comments

  Hello lovely people! I'm currently nursing a bad case of the flu, but I thought I should take time to post this one.  I've seen a LOT of blogs with sidebars that make me cringe.  Do you know why a lot of people don't pay attention to sidebars? Most of them are too cluttered or too boring. … [Read more...] about 8 Tips for a Fab Sidebar

Filed Under: Tips & Tricks Tagged With: blogger, blogging, sidebar, tips, wordpress

My Favourite Genesis Plugins

July 18, 2014 by Patricia Leave a Comment

The Studiopress community is the most awesome community of developers and designers.  They have made Genesis the absolute best premium framework for Wordpress there is, not just because of the fantastic features, but also because it continues to evolve to make it better and easier to use.  (On a … [Read more...] about My Favourite Genesis Plugins

Filed Under: Tips & Tricks Tagged With: blogging, genesis framework, plugins, studiopress, tips, wordpress

Genesis Featured Widget Amplified Plugin

July 9, 2014 by Patricia 11 Comments

One of my all-time favourite plugins to use is Nick the Geeks' Genesis Featured Widget Amplified plugin.  I must have used it on every site I designed for the past month.  Nick is a genius! This is one awesome plugin that's extremely useful and works like a charm. What does it do? It … [Read more...] about Genesis Featured Widget Amplified Plugin

Filed Under: Tips & Tricks Tagged With: blogging, Genesis, plugins, tutorials, wordpress

The World Needs Your Message

June 12, 2014 by Patricia Leave a Comment

  Truth. It was heartening to read this on Jeff Goin's latest newsletter. I've always been hesitant to write because of lack of confidence. Oh, I know how to write a scientific article, and I've even published a few, but blogging is different. When I was just blogging for friends and … [Read more...] about The World Needs Your Message

Filed Under: Everyday Fancy, Freelance Diaries Tagged With: blogging, posters, quotes, typography

Before You Install That Plugin…

May 9, 2014 by Patricia 1 Comment

  At the time I'm writing this, there are now 30,938 plugins in the  Wordpress repository. No, you don't have to install all of them on your wordpress site.  While each plugin is designed to enhance the functionality and performance of your site (supposedly), installing just any plugin you … [Read more...] about Before You Install That Plugin…

Filed Under: Tips & Tricks Tagged With: blogging, plugins, wordpress

When Should You Invest In A Blog Designer?

March 13, 2014 by Patricia 7 Comments

  Whether you've been blogging for years, or are just starting out, you will probably toy with the idea of getting a professional to design your site.  Here are a few things to consider before you take that leap. 1. Find your voice and style. Before anything else, you should be clear on … [Read more...] about When Should You Invest In A Blog Designer?

Filed Under: Tips & Tricks Tagged With: blog design, blogging, tips and tricks

15 WordPress User Errors To Avoid

October 2, 2013 by Patricia Leave a Comment

Wordpress is not merely a blogging cms anymore.  Countless businesses, writers, and online publishers now use Wordpress to publish their content;  and if you're one of those,  it's vital that you watch out for user errors on your wordpress site.    The infographic below was designed by Rafal Tomal, … [Read more...] about 15 WordPress User Errors To Avoid

Filed Under: Tips & Tricks Tagged With: blogging, checklist, infographic, tips & tricks, wordpress

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Are you swooning yet? 😍 Collaborating with a c Are you swooning yet? 😍

Collaborating with a client who embodies elegance and luxury is such a rare delight! I could almost forego making a moodboard for this project. Almost!

Truth be told, how else would I subtly announce that I'm working a project as enchanting as this? 

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There is SO much to be grateful for this year. I a There is SO much to be grateful for this year. I appreciate all of you for the conversations, the inspiration, and most of all for supporting my creative journey. The community of creatives I found here on Instagram is something I treasure and am thankful for each day. 

Happy Thanksgiving to my friends, family, my business besties, and wonderful clients in the U.S. --- please eat an extra slice of pie for me! 

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The transformation of the website for @thelampshad The transformation of the website for @thelampshadehouse is complete! With a fresh new look, a lovely new colour palette and refined typography system, better optimised pages, and more intuitive navigation. 

Swipe to see the before and after transformation! 

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You don't have to be restricted to black and white You don't have to be restricted to black and white or beige and neutrals if you want to be seen as a high-end brand. 

Consider your other keywords, and the personality you want to convey. 

Luxury doesn't mean boring. 

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This shopify website design gives me fall-vibes be This shopify website design gives me fall-vibes because of the colours, but it's for @nutbite.sg - selling healthy snack options made with real, simple ingredients in a range of flavours. 

Can't wait for it to launch! 

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If there ever was a quote that sums up why you nee If there ever was a quote that sums up why you need to rebrand, it's this. (Also, was it really Leo DiCaprio who said it? But I digress.)

Just like that sharp suit you've been eyeing, your business needs a makeover every time it grows. Don't let your brand get stuck in a rut. Embrace change, shed the old skin, and step into the spotlight as the creative business mogul you were meant to be.

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