Simply Creative Design Solutions

Introducing FREEBIES & Premades!

Shara Benton — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 07:55:47 +0000

I am very excited to announce the launch of Simply Creative’s FREEBIES and Premades! We will be offering one FREE child theme for the Genesis Framework per month PLUS we will start adding low cost premades for the Genesis Framework very soon! All FREEBIES and Premades are designed by us and super cute!

Check out February’s FREEBIE – Chocolate Cafe’

February Freebie: Chocolate Cafe’ Child Theme

Shara Benton — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 07:27:42 +0000

Chocolate Cafe’ Child Theme for the Genesis Framework

Chocolate Brown & Blue Color Scheme
Century Gothic Font included.
Custom Title Font included.
2 Column Layout
Powered by Genesis Framework - Purchase the Genesis Framework here if you do not have it already.

Fill Out the Form Below to Download this FREE Child Theme for Genesis.

MiltonHome.ca

Shara Benton — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 07:36:21 +0000

This is our third project with Marjorie and as usual, it was a pleasure! Marjorie needed a website built for her real estate career and clients. She wanted to create a strong, memorial identity that would set her apart from the other agents in her area. She chose a film/movie theme and we coordinated it with real estate elements to create a unique website that our client loved.

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How To: Manage Social Media Profiles Efficiently

Shara Benton — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 06:34:18 +0000

Effectively managing social media profiles is an important key to achieving results through social media marketing and exposure. There are a lot of great resources out there to help you manage your social media profiles, one of which is – HootSuite. This social media management tool has a FREE version that is good for up to 5 social media profiles on one account. With HootSuite Free Version, you are able to create analytic reports, schedule messages, view profile activity, as well as, respond to activity such as forwarding, retweeting, etc.

Start managing your social media profiles more efficiently today with HootSuite!

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Resources: Stock Photos and Imagery

Shara Benton — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 19:36:53 +0000

There are a lot of stock photo and imagery websites to choose from and a lot of different purchasing programs. I personally choose to purchase any stock photos and imagery thru www.istockphoto.com. Their credit system is easy to understand with plenty of options for the developer or the DIY Designer.

The next time you are needing to purchase a stock photo, be sure to check out www.istockphoto.com.

The inspiration for our new look! Enjoy!

Shara Benton — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 16:42:12 +0000

If you are not a client of Simply Creative or you haven’t been over in a while, you may not know that we went through a name and identity change back in June. We initially converted our site over, but the look just wasn’t quite there yet – it was nice but it just wasn’t IT. This month we had some mix-up and issues with our hosting company and our site ended up being deleted – with no chance of recovery. Talk about a panic attack on this end! (not really). I was instantly site-less – how uncool is that for a WEB DESIGN studio?? But like all unpleasant things, something good came from this unnerving event and in the process of redesign, I was able to create our IT!

So, what is the inspiration behind our new stylish, super cute design? COLOR, of course! I went to my all time favorite site of color for designers – http://www.kuler.adobe.com and went on a search for our IT. I took the liberty of naming our new scheme because what is color without a name?!

Los Angeles Mamma Blog

Shara Benton — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 19:27:54 +0000

Alexia wanted to update her blog’s look to a cleaner, more professional look and feel. We used rich neutral tones with a pop of turquoise and hot pink to give the design flair while keeping it simple and sophisticated. We created a custom design header, social icons, and post graphics for the LA Mamma Blog Project. While this project took a little longer than expected, the final result was definitely worth the wait!

Color Inspiration:

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Waiting On #6

Shara Benton — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 19:07:24 +0000

Lea came to us wanting a new design for her popular blog “Waiting For Number Six”. We used her love for owls, growing family, and fun colors to create a completely custom look for her new blog.

Color Inspiration:

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Girls Who Commute

Shara Benton — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 10:01:21 +0000

Julia came to us wanting a stylish, elegant design for a commuter’s girl blog that would appeal to women from 25 to 35. We used a custom illustration the client provided and created a custom logo, button, and post icon. The final design was a simplistic, elegant design that our client loved!

Color Inspiration:

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Your Website’s Voice

Shara Benton — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 06:52:10 +0000

Deciding whether or not to have your website professionally designed or in some cases, re-designed, can be a question that you have a hard time answering. I hope to break down some of the walls you may face when it comes to Website Design.

There are a lot of free builder programs out there, can’t I just build my own?

Well, technically, yes, you can. But, you need to consider that your website has a voice and it speaks volumes about you and your business. A great way to look at it is, how likely would you be to shop at WalMart.com if the founder designed the website himself through a service like Webs? Not very likely. It’s a proven fact (just look around the internet) that people shop where they feel comfortable at – hence all the major, SUCCESSFUL online sites. Even if your website doesn’t sell something online, you have a message you are trying to speak – and you want your website to effectively communicate that message.

Don’t I need thousands of dollars to have a professional website built?

Absolutely NOT! We can build you a Modern, Professional website for as little as $435! Having a professional online presence doesn’t have to be expensive.

Isn’t it hard to update a professionally built site?

Not at all! We use a CMS (Content Management System) that enables you to easily make changes to any page of your website WITHOUT our help. (But we are here if you want us to be). AND we offer WordPress Platform Training included in your design package.

Don’t I have to pay monthly to host a professionally built site?

Not with us. Our package builder gives you the opportunity include your first year of hosting and your domain name.

The bottom line is that there are Design Solutions out there that are affordable. A website is a smart investment for any business and whether your investment is time (for free stuff) or a little money (for professional design), you want the end result to speak positively about your business/blog/website.

Your Website Has a Voice – use it to your advantage!