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eCommerce Widget - MotoCMS Website

2012-01-17T06:26:00.002-05:00

Introducing the MotoCMS eCommerce Widget!
After many months of development it's exciting to see such a powerful widget that we can add to any MotoCMS Template. The widget currently works with version 1.6 and up so just update your version and you'll be go to go. There are even more videos to help learn MotoCMS Software.

How do you get the MotoCMS eCommerce Widget?
There are currently a couple of ways and the 1st option is to add it to your shopping cart during checkout. When you add one of the MotoCMS Templates to your shopping cart.. continue to checkout and you'll notice other options. You can simply add the eCommerce widget to your purchase. It's currently on sale as well :)

Look For This!

Already have a template and only need the widget?
Ok sure thing, simply email us at info@snerdey.com and make the subject line "MotoCMS Widget" as we'll get you a direct link to make the purchase. This is a new widget and we want to make sure that clients seeking to purchase the widget actually have a MotoCMS Template otherwise it's not good business practice.

We also offer Template Installation Service.Check the image below for examples of how the Installation and eCommerce Widget are currently being offered during the checkout process. It's easy to get your website started with MotoCMS!

If you have any questions or need assistance just let us know.

Regards,
Snerdey

OMG - Don't Be Boring

2012-01-09T05:38:00.000-05:00

It does not take a rocket scientist to see who's bored in this photo above huh? I mean, check out the look he's getting from the back of his head. Might as well just leave the room as he's not going anywhere anytime soon. Is it really a problem that he's enjoying his new game on his electronic device? Na, but maybe spending too much time focusing on what he likes? Yeah.. let's bring that rocket scientist back into our minds for a moment.

Do you ever think that they get burned out on the idea of designing rockets to take people to the moon and space travel? No, not a chance cause they are living the dream of their childhood memories (for example you know what I mean) so what's this guy's dream in the photo? Living alone.. cause if he keeps this up that's what will happen. But, maybe that's not the case?

Could it be they are just taking turns playing different games. Maybe she likes Golf and he's into Car Racing and just passing a driver on the track and slipping into 1st place or is it' last place? If she's not into the game, notice only one controller. Chances are this is the case then total lack of interest comes to mind here. Does that mean she does not like him? Na.. just bored out her mind pretty sure anyway!

How could he make it better for her? Well, a second controller and even a two person game would be a good start. Something for everyone so it's not so one sided. Not everyone that comes to their home will want to play the game. Some actually just like to watch, read the instructions or even just relax doing some people watching. Yes, I believe many still do this..

Inviting someone over to your home can be interesting for the 1st meet. I mean, there's all kinds of things at play here. Some have animals, some are cleaner than others, some smoke inside, some don't smoke and pretty sure you get the idea. But, most importantly each home is based on that home dwellers taste and likes. So, not everyone is going to enjoy the visit or will want to exit sooner than one would normally prefer such as before Coffee and Cake is even served.

If you want visitors to your website to stick around.. serve them what they are looking for. Don't serve them Cookies and Milk suggestions when they are seeking Chicken Recipes!

Have a Great Year in 2012 - Everyone :)
Snerdey

The Magento Way

2012-01-05T06:56:00.006-05:00

Above you'll find all the Magneto Themes offered via our affiliation with TemplateMonster. You also noticed there's a price difference. That's due to the fact that Snerdey.com is giving you 10% Off the regular prices everyday.

What is Magento?
Magento is loaded with features designed to display your eCommerce store. Supported buy a platform built on open-source technology providing merchants owners amazing flexibility, control over the look, store content and optional functions via the online eCommerce website presence. With Magento's creative control panel or administration interface one can empower the business efforts using the powerful marketing, SEO or search engine optimization abilities. Along with the built-in management tools that provide merchants the power to display their products tailored unique to their business needs.

Read More About Magento on their FAQ Section. As you'll need to have Magento software installed on your website in order to use one of the themes to change the look and feel of the store.

What are Magento Themes?
Magento Themes are pre-designed layouts created by a team of professionals with experience in using and working with the ecommerce platform. Web designers use platforms such as Magento to base their clients online stores from. The commerce setup is rather basic and one can choose to design a theme from scratch for more cost than it would to use one of the professional themes above. There are many to choose from and you'd be able to edit colors, images. No need to spend hours, days or more on editing the changes to suit your needs.

Here's a live Magento Demo in action using one of the themes above.

As with all the templates purchased from our website you'll get 1 Free year Hosting and 1 Free Year Domain Name included. If you have any questions, concerns please feel free to comment below or contact us directly via our website www.Snerdey.com

Have a Great New Year in 2012

Snerdey

Too Many Hats

2012-01-04T04:24:00.001-05:00

What hat are you currently wearing? I don't mean physically, we're talking mental here! It does not matter if your a painter, builder, teacher or even an investor. When it comes to doing things yourself to save a buck or wearing your super hero jack of all trades tool belt. Most likely.. you wear all kinds of other hats though out your personal, business and social life.

I heard a local radio commercial the other day. It was one of those do it yourself online website builders. Less than an hour you're online and ready to go!!! What! One hour? I did not even bother to go try it or even look at the company making the offer. We all know about the phrase "if it seams too good to be true" etc.. well I'd have to disagree with that phrase as the source of this offer is not important. Enough said.. that's not what I'm talking about any way. It's what the commercial made me think about when it was over.

One Hour Website!!!

One would instantly say to themselves. Whoo hooo! I can save myself a ton of money and knock this project out myself. Just need to put my logo, company name, couple of photos along with the details of what my website is all about. Let's not forget the contact us page as well as some legal jumbo mumbo ya know. Gotta protect my interest as they say! Ok, so it's been an hour and I'm all done. Perfect!

Or Is It?

Let's listen in on a conversation that could easily take place between two business partners. Let's refer to them as Mike and Debby for this example:

Hey Mike, come take a look. I created the company website in less than one hour! I saved us time and money. It's all free for the first year! Domain name, hosting and my online website builder account. Cool! Let me take a look at it. Hey that's not bad! I like it, we should do great with that website!!

Mike is your typical hard working painter. Does not use the computer, no email account and does not even text on his cell phone. What can he offer in regards to advice about the website? Show his thanks and gratitude for his partners efforts. Of course, it's polite to do so. Debby knows all about installing computer software, fast learner and is indeed a regular at the online games, chat, emails, text'n .. shes' all over it ya know! So, she's done exactly what the radio commercial said she'd be able to do. Happy times!!

A few months go by and the only thing bringing in sales is still the local newspaper ad they maintained till the website took over the task of bringing in new customers. Over a period of say 6 months they got 1 job from the website. It was a friend that was already going to buy, but they looked at the website from the newspaper ad and called. So, what really got them the job? The newspaper, sent them to the website. So, they keep the ad running.

Later on, Mike runs into Scott from Snerdey.com at a cabana over on the island. While enjoying a ice cold brew conversation takes place between two perfect strangers. Talk about what each other do for work, swap business cards and Scott ask for the website address as it's his passion, hobby and really has a desire to help people succeed in life.

One of the first things that's noticed right away is that the website address is not even on the business card. Later that evening Scott reviews the website and sends off an email with suggestions, modifications and most always includes a free quote or two for an overhaul using one of the website templates or even the cms software. The email address on the card is one of those free online email accounts they've used for everything since day one. Not the new website address with their own email.. ugh!

Let's take a look at the email Scott sent.

Hello Mike!

Great to meet you, enjoyed our visit. I've looked over your website and as you asked you requested my honest review and what I'd do to make it work better for the company.

My first impression is that the website is taking over 25 seconds to load on a cable modem even. Websites need to open within just a few seconds or less for the home page at least. There are 20 photos on the home page that are all 5MB each. Those photos need to be reduced in byte size and I'd move them to their own page using a photo gallery.

--- skipping to end.

Overall the website is ok, it's a modified cookie cutter website and I can see it's one of those free website offers. You've done a good job with the content "wording" on the services page. Checked backlinks to the site and there are none. Checked for directory listings, social media and the only thing I find when searching your services in the area are 100's of pages of other painters.

Let's meet for a free consultation over the web via my online meeting software. This way you can see my screen and we can go over the issues I see on the site. I've also provided a few options below to spiff up the website to bring it up to par and blow your competitors websites out of the water!

Design Option One
This design is all ready laid out for a painters website.
Requires basic HTML Skills, CSS and Adobe Software

Design Option Two
This website setup is focused more on colors for a painting company to offer.
Also requires knowledge of HTML, CSS and Dynamic Website Design and Adobe software.

Design Option Three
Now this template is all about "DIY" or Do It Yourself can be a painting website easy!
Actually requires no special software, does cost a little more but it's so easy to use...

Let me know what you think!

Have a Great New Year!
Scott

HEY YOU!!.. Yeah You! the one reading this post... Which design would you select?
Please comment below and let us know which one and why?

To view all website templates ... pay attention to the "Type" of website template. If you have

Happy Editing!
Snerdey

Wed Designers Bundle Deal

2011-12-28T10:38:00.001-05:00

Add 61,015 items at checkout for one low price of $49

Thank You to all those that participated in this sale!
It's now ended and no longer offered.

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Even better is during checkout of your website template you simply add this Special Holiday Offer to your shopping cart and everything listed here will be ready to go for you!

Happy Holidays Everyone and have a Great New Year!

Snerdey

Sale ended Jan 2, 2012

So Many Choices

2011-12-26T05:32:00.000-05:00

Are You A Webmaster?

When it comes to web design and getting started with your new website. You have so many choices to choose it can get rather confusing! Figuring out how the website looks, how to edit the website and even the hosting options. Well, today I want to share some ideas, suggestions and some real choices that I've had to make over the past 10 years or so of my experience in web design.

You really do get what you pay for and there's nothing really wrong with those free options you see for websites all over the internet but is that really what's best for your business? I'm totally blown away when a potential new client contacts me to check out their existing website they created themselves years ago with concerns as to why it's not working for them. When I first visit the site my mind has to go back many years in editing styles and it actually hurts my brain to know that I've got to give them the news as to my suggestion.

Many times over I've said "just wipe the slate clean" and they are in total shock! Not as much shock as me when I learn that they have an office, employees, fast computers, desk, nice cars and many tools or equipment to run their businesses. So why the "free website", "free hosting" etc.. is that what you think of the internet is totally free advertising and marketing?

Time = Money (Right?)

Ok let's think about this for a moment. How many hours if not days, weeks or even months did such company, business owner, marketing department etc.. put into making the "free website" saving the company anywhere from $350 - lord know how much these days! One has to now think.. how many "man hours" was put into that website I was just asked to review? I'm floored to hear about a couple of weeks with most of the time spent learning how to use the free online tools or free website software.

What's the point?

Well, if I have to tell you maybe you should not contact me to make your website. Cause, this is Business 101. Spend your time selling not wasting what you've earned or time spending doing something that someone like myself can do in a matter of hours rather than days etc.. I'm not referring to everyone just those who have budgets and feel it's more important for their business to spend more on office decorations rather than a professional website :)

Still wanna do it yourself?

Ok, well I have some great suggestions and lot's of great video tutorials to help you learn how to edit your website. By the way... just for purchasing one of the Website Templates we offer we'll give you 1 Free Year of Hosting and even 1 Free Year Domain Name :)

How Much?

You can select anyone of these Flash CMS Website Templates (with built in SEO) so flash is not bad for those who think it is. This is a great way to have a professional website that looks like a $5,000 website. Well, that's because they are if you hired us to make one from scratch and provide you with all the options, animations, controls, forms etc.. actually they are $8,500 and up but this post is not about me selling you a custom website. It's how to do it yourself and save time and money buy choosing one of the pre-designed website templates powered by MotoCMS.

Check out these designs.

Check out the admin control panel.

Learn from these MotoCMS Online Tutorial Videos.

Use this Promo Code taqsmkv1qrkljlcfxb5r at checkout to Save 10% (average $40 savings) if you choose one of the Flash CMS Templates we currently offer! By the way.. our website www.Snerdey.com already offer's all of TemplateMonsters Templates at 10% off so you don't even have to use the promo code. But, if you prefer to visit TM directly for checkout - it's the same and just enter the promo to save 10% off ANY Template!

This promo code is good till January 15, 2012 and only for the 1st 999 buyers!

Happy Holiday's and here's to a Great New Year!
Snerdey

Broken Pencils

2011-12-16T04:05:00.000-05:00

Broken Pencils = Broken Hearts?

It's not everyday you hear a true story like this one. I've met a wonderful new friend and her son is 8 years old. Nothing too unusual about meeting someone. But, when you get to know them and learn about the past or even current experiences one just has to wonder how it all is so different for everyone even if we all live in the same city, apartment building .. it just does not matter. Life is not the same for two people.. not even twins.

For those of us already out of school, especially elementary this story should indeed tickle your memory of puppy love and the like. So here we go!

Flash back into your days in elementary school classes and that one girl or boy that caught your eye. Well, this is the classic case in which someone has taken a liking to you or him shall we say in this case. Your sitting there daydreaming and thinking about the playground when all the sudden a little note is handed to you. You instantly look at the one handing it to you to see if it's from them or who passed it. Just a quick scan around the room and you know by the glowing smiles.

Now you secretly open the note only to see a couple of small hearts and simple words.. "I like You" do you like me" Circle YES or NO

WOW, just writing this makes me think of so many things in my own past but this story is not about my past. So, the young man placed his circle on the reply that suited him. Passed it back and quickly the smiles went to angry face. You might as well thrown a bucket of mud on her dress cause man that did not go over too well.

During the morning break all the kids went outside for morning recess. He returns to his desk only to find he now has a broken pencil. This was just a couple of weeks ago and to this day he's had many broken pencils... puppy love is so blind. They are not allowed to carry pencils on playground. Many times he's tried to hide it and she just waits for the right moment and then "snap" it's done!

Now for a little neat ending... well, not the pencil breaking that's still going on but last night we all went to dinner and a new girl approached the young lad asking to dance. He was glowing and had a blast. Wonder if the other girl would go to this new girls school to break her pencils?

How in the heck does this story relate to web design... it does not :)

But, if you're seeking a website template I highly recommend you give our site a visit and tell your friends.

Happy Holidays!
Snerdey

Spooky Website Templates

2011-10-14T14:17:00.002-04:00

Some scary thoughts come to mind when it's time to start up a new website or take over one from others who exited the department etc... In these types of cases many sites are just abandoned all together like the haunted house down the street no one wants to visit! Thus causing owners/investors to spend more on web sites.

You know what I'm talking about.. wanna know what's behind the door but never know what you're going to see? Mostly just those ghostly 404 error codes or misplaced pages not to mention the infamous 301 redirect critters that control what you see as your rerouted to other options, folders or even download request.

That last sentence was too spooky to go back and edit so I'll just leave it alone!

Dare if you will and search the sale:

10% Discount on all Halloween Template Monster Templates.. all the other templates too but we're just talking about the scary ones. But, if you need a Santa Claus or any Holiday Website Template I'm sure you can find one you like. If not, keep in mind you can always have the images changed, colors and even custom spooky web effects. Contact us on the Creepy Webmaster Email and some Human Monster will be happy to return your soul I mean reply to your email ;)

Does not matter if you need flash, flash cms, php even a business or personal photo gallery. We're here to help you stay "save" in the world of web design services! On the way out.. check out the online store templates.

Have a safe and happy Holiday Season!

Snerdey

Stretched Flash CMS Template

2011-09-01T07:54:00.002-04:00

Flash CMS Template 35304 | Live Demo | Admin Panel | On Sale $207.00

This design was created to stretch to full width of visitors monitors. The navigation menu provides an easy to read and uncluttered layout providing a quick way to view your website content. I really like the one page effect even though it still shows a unique page url for each page selected. That's one of the cool things about a Flash CMS Templates. The pages have their own page names for SEO functions. Unlike standard Flash Sites which have one page, one file and little or no SEO.

If you have not tried Flash CMS and you're seeking to impress visitors with your services, display artworks, photos then this design is one to keep in mind. Sure, it's designed for a web designer service but that's the beauty of these types of templates. Easily adaptable to work with just about any service that needs to show samples of their work on the web. Change the logo, company name, images and now you have a website designed to fit your niche of the internet.

So go ahead.. take it for a test spin!

Snerdey

Contact us for a free consultation, quote if your not sure what options you have for your website project. We'd be happy to provide you with information that can help you make the best decision when is comes to creating a website that you can be proud to showcase!

Flash CMS Automotive Website

2011-08-31T09:24:00.000-04:00

Flash CMS Website Template - Powered by MotoCMS | Live Demo

This design is all about the automotive dealer or auto review type websites. It's a fancy way to show off new car features with some slick pencil animation between pages. That's the screen shot above of the animation that shows once you click to different pages of the website. I actually like it best myself but this is not about what I like, it's about what works and this site works for me and I'm sure other visitors will agree!

Each photo of the car now has specific sections with their own photo, details. Making it a more personal option to really show off the automobile in a new way.

Contact us for any assistance in setting up your website. We'll even give you a free quote. No, it does not have to be a car website.. we can handle just about anything you throw at us!

Go ahead.. give it a test drive :)

Snerdey

When Gas Was 13.6 Cents

2011-08-12T09:05:00.000-04:00

While visiting my best friends mothers house, out in the country about 20 miles from Austin, Texas. As we got closer I knew this was going to be a step back in time. Once we started to pull into the long rock covered driveway. It was like nothing changed from their childhood days. I use that term loosely cause it was a time of innocence, family and friends. Yes, wars were going on. Battles over this and that. But, back home everyone did their best to continue life in the best way possible. Happy with what they have as well as grateful, blessed .. I could go on forever cause back thing they must have thought it was going to go on forever.

Even during the great depression, people tried to live a normal life as possible. Eat, Sleep and yes.. work hard. I mean, work hard! If you were to compare what's in the bedroom, school locker, pockets and even in the hair of one 16 year old male of 1945 and one 16 year old male of 2011. You'd find more than 100 differences.. eh?

So let's see if I can remember when I was 16?

I'm 46 now, so that would be 30 years ago. Hmm, gas was about $1.35 per gallon. I had one of those Texas Hardship Drivers Licenses cause you only needed a part-time job and come from divorce family etc.. I was extremely lucky enough to have an International Scout II - all mine! Our dad provided the 1st ride for each of the 4 siblings with me being the youngest by 8 years.. yea, I was not supposed to happen! (wicked evil laugh)!!

Even 10 years after their divorce, without asking or ever talking about it. I was flown up to Tenn where he worked. Sitting there in the airport parking lot was the gift he said he wanted to give me. My mom and I drove it back.. wow! That was an amazing vacation :) Dad got the vehicle from one of those city auctions for impounded cars, drug bust etc.. for $800 bucks. Wish I still had that Scout, it's worth $15k now. Holy Crud Batcat!!! I know this because the receipt and all the paperwork was in the glove box.

All of this got me started working harder mowing yards in the neighborhood. I had pay for the gas to get to all the parties. I mean, gigs no wait.. ahh, sleep overs.. no, drat! Bonfires, camp outs and cook outs on the lake! Yep, that's it!

During the summer of 1981, still 16 year old teenager mind you. I was working at Wendy's - actually, McDonald's was my 1st job. I truly approached each of my ventures.. jobs.. as careers. Thank you for the lessons in life people :) Back then kids were just focused on themselves.. yeah, not much has changed.. lol.

I must have tired 30 jobs over the years. Landed some amazing careers along the way.. IBM, AT&T as well as SWB could not keep up with my multitasking mind. I actually got bored often till a buddy told me his place of employment was hiring. Big shout out to Steve Case for the career at AOL before 9-11. I finally decided to venture off on my own with Snerdey in 2004 :)

History of Gas Prices
Today Aug 2011, gas is: $3.54 per gallon.
Unfortunately, there is little to no solid data on gas prices before the 1950's, and so we'll begin our journey through the history of gas prices here. In 1950, gasoline cost about 26.8 cents per gallon. Gas rose about a cent or so per year until 1957 where gas was in its most remarkable period. From 1957 to 1969, prices at the pump only went up a total of 3.8 cents from 31 cents per gallon to 34.8 cents per gallon! Visit the History Of Gasoline. - americanautoshipping.com

How much was gas per gallon back when you were 16?
What were you driving, if any or carpooling, horse buggy.. walking?
Tell us about your 1st job! Come on, don't be shy :)
How much is gas currently in your home town?

Wanna help me buy more gas.. err, wait I don't own a vehicle!
Visit my website and purchase a website template to help pay for taxi fairs :)

Most of all.. have fun.. no matter what!
Snerdey :)

They're Just Donuts!

2011-08-11T10:53:00.003-04:00

Today we're going to learn a little more about how donuts can help you make a decision when selecting how to design your 1st or even you're 12th website!

So how can donuts help you do anything? For starters we're not going to eat these donuts today. Just talk about them so keep your paws off my assorted box of donuts :) So let's check out a couple of things these donuts all have in common. They are round in shape, all have a hole of some sort and they are sweet. Ok, yeah that's enough to compare them to say, web site templates?

What are three things that websites have in common to each other? Each website has a URL or specific link such as ours www.snerdey.com and the other two things would be content and of course colors, photos etc.. like even buttons. So, you get the point. We're talking about 3 things.

Let's say these donuts are on your desk right now. Which one would you select to try out first? Cause, you know you want one! Myself, I'm thinking the cherry flavored colored one. So, how can it help in selecting what templates to use when searching on our website. Well, keep in mind. Each of the donuts is a tad different then the other. Even though the box contains 12 donuts.. they were not all created the same way.

Templates for example are created to work with certain cms software, online stores, blogs, wordpress and many others. So it's important to keep in mind what "type" of template your seeking or previewing. Cause unlike the donuts, you don't mind eating one you don't really care for ya know! If your not sure of what type of template to select for your project.. request our free consulting service to assist you in selecting your donuts.. err, template.

By the way, did you know our services are 24/7 all across the globe? You can actually talk to someone about your project right now! Visit our website at www.snerdey.com and you'll find our Toll Free Number, Live Chat or if you like comment right here on our blog. Rather email us? Ok, sure just click on the Contact Us below and we'll contact you right back within moments. We don't use auto replies and if you call and go to voice mail. Please leave a message with your name, website and phone number or just your email address.

Now.. go get you some donuts :)
Snerdey (Contact Us)

Unexpected

2011-08-10T08:45:00.002-04:00

Photo By Scott "Snerdey" Lawrence 2011

While driving along the Texas Coastline within the South Padre Island, TX beaches. I stumbled across this amazingly simple yet elegant setup for a wedding. There was nobody home. Seams the party was earlier in the day as it was about 2pm in the afternoon. Kinda hot ya know! So, one would wonder if this was really a real wedding?

When you visit the island there are 6 access points to the coast. The last 3 are via your vehicle.. yes, you can actually drive up the coastline about 25 miles or so. This setup was about 2 miles away from the main population of most people on vacation etc.. Actually, there was nothing to the right or left as far as the eye could see. Behind me in the photo is the Gulf Coast.

Interesting.. do you see anything in the photo that's missing?
Do you see what I don't see?

Have A Happy Life Everyone :)
Snerdey

Snerdey.com offer's website templates to fit just about any occasion! Check out our Wedding Templates.

Target, Target, Target!

2011-08-09T10:25:00.002-04:00

Flash CMS Templates | # 26171 | More | Reg $248 | Buy Now $223

Targets are everywhere in our lives. Take the game darts for example. Players associate the bullseye with success while playing darts. Close is good but it's never good enough. Those that want to hit the bull have to practice and I mean a lot! If you've ever thrown a dart, bowling ball, piece of trash even. You've aimed to the best of your abilities to hit the target. With darts the bullseye is not always the main target.

For example:

In the game Cricket. There are normally two players trying to make certain numbers on the board 3 times each. Each player has three darts. To start the game, they both take a turn throwing one dart to see who's closest to the bullseye. The one that's closest gets to go first. In this game the goal is.. make 3 of the following numbers.. 20, 19, 18, 17, 16, 15 and of course 3 of the bullseyes. All in that order, so one would start with the 20 first.

The outer ring is double the number and the inner ring is triple the number. First player hits a double 20 and a single 17. Only the 2 twenties would be scored and the 17 ignored. Must make each of the numbers in order.

To learn all the rules and options on playing Cricket please check out the following websites.

Wiki - Learn All About Playing Cricket
Flyordi - Play Darts Online
Youtube - Watch Someone Play Darts
Academy - Buy Darts

What does playing darts have to do with web design templates? Well, besides featuring the Flash CMS Template Software # 26171 is on sale at 10% Off on our website Snerdey everyday. There's something one should keep in mind when it comes to designing a website. Create your game, rules and the scope of the game such as what's allowed what's not. If you don't stay on target when creating your website.. you might as well be playing darts without numbers on the board.

Is your website on target?
Snerdey

www.Snerdey.com
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What Time Is It?

2011-08-08T14:48:00.005-04:00

Admin Demo
Front End Demo

Online Store

This demo is setup as a Watch Store but it can be whatever product or services you're business website is setup to offer. Simple change of photos, logo and company name. Each time an item is added to cart, it's placed into the shopping cart located on the top right of the website. Items can be removed, updated simply by clicking on the cart to display the items to be purchased. Paypal is the most popular choice used for online stores managed by do it yourself website owners, unique products, services. We've been using Paypal since day one of our website.

Adding Products

When each product is added to the website. There's a quick and easy menu that shows up on the right of the editing area. You can label the item code, price, brand, model, title, short description, description, thumbnail image, preview image, link opens - popup, page,other url (other checkout link) or affiliate link, follow or no follow. All of this mind you.. in Flash!

Widescreen

Notice on the lower right side of the image above. You'll see text "Full Screen" and the icon for the effect to take place. Just click on the icon and the entire website will fill your computer screen. Press "esc" on your keyboard to return to normal view or click the icon again.

Professional

Minimal design, huge impact with little or no distraction. This is for your business to display your products and information. The entire website is designed to present not only your product but your company as well with a real sense of professional and top expectations from the get go!

Custom Web Design

What we offer here at Snerdey.com is a full service web design. Including template editing, custom websites from scratch as well as domain names, hosting and website maintenance agreements. We have a vast pool of collective minds to help put your project together.

Template Editing

Don't want to take the time to do all the work? Need some modifications or just want someone to install the template for you. Sure, we're more than happy to provide you with a free quote to help get your project up and going. Some even prefer to complete their website projects in stages. That's fine too!

Happy Editing!

Snerdey

All Aboard The USS Powerpoint

2011-07-29T08:56:00.002-04:00

Ahoy There!

Welcome aboard the USS PowerPoint :)

Getting everyone on the same page is about the same thing as getting everyone aboard this ship! Looking at the photo from this perspective kinda puts a little more meaning to the idea of getting on the same page page and staying on that page till the next port. You know, the end of the project etc..

Take the ship here in the photo.. that's the company. There's a wheel house, now that's where the big cheese or boss stays put to control the business. Of course, there are those containers, they are not permanent as they switch off at different ports. Kinda like clients if you will. Actually, they are clients that purchased space on the ship.. so, yeah, that fits this subject.

What's the point of today's blog post? Well, this is how we announce new PowerPoint Presentation Templates added to our website search. This design is based on a Marketing Presentation as the wording can all be changed to match your presentation. You'll need to have access to Microsoft Powerpoint Software. Learn all about working with PowerPoint Templates and here are some more helpful Free PowerPoint Tutorials you can reference upon anytime you like!

Browse more PowerPoint Templates on our website Snerdey.com

By the way, here's a link to learn all about USS Ship Names.

Happy Sailing :)

Snerdey

Gone Fishing!

2011-07-26T15:30:00.005-04:00

Click the image above or click view live demo to see this design in action.

Do you have to be a fisherman to design a website for a fishing supply company? No, but I'm sure it would make the customer feel more comfortable that you have a true understanding of their business. A little preparing for an online meeting, in person or even over the phone can go a long way!

Magento Commerce Software

This template is designed for websites powered by Magneto Commerce. Currently designed for a fishing website but that does not mean it's only for fishing type websites. With a few simple changes of the logo, company name and photos. The website can be just about any type of online presence you or your client require. Feel free to search from more Magneto Templates.

How to use the Magento Template
Visit the Oline Help Section. The help section covers what all is required to setup the website, admin section and pretty much everything you need to have an online store up and running in no time!

Still Have Questions
If you're just getting started, seeking to hire a web designer to help bring your idea to life but still have some unanswered questions on getting everything lined up. Contact us here at Snerdey Web Designs we'd be happy to provide you with regarding your project scope and what it will take to get it going budget wise. while we're wearing our fishing hats of course or is your website about Golf, Banking, Restaurant or even some other business? It's important that we put on the same thinking caps as you wear so everyone's on the same playing field... both boats catch more "fish" in their nets!

Happy Fishing!
Snerdey

CMS - It's In Your Hands

2011-07-25T18:58:00.003-04:00

You know there's a lot to owning or maintaining a website. Some websites are maintained by a huge amount of highly trained professionals. They all work together keeping the corporate business website online and up to date. That can be rather costly! To us it does not really matter how deep your pockets are. Our goal is to make sure the product you purchase from us works as displayed and at a fair price.

With that said we also offer custom template editing, custom web designs .. even from scratch. To begin with we both need to be on the same playing field. For example: This template number 34792 is on sale for $212 US Dollars. This is for the "do it yourself" website owner, webmasters and even other web design companies to purchase and edit as they need to fit their website project.

If your not sure what type of website is best for your project, please feel free to contact us for a free consultation and quote. We'll do our best to help you have more than one option for your design. Templates work as shown, meaning what you see it doing when you click on buttons, change pages .. all that animation is how the template was designed to present the owners information or details.

Each of the Flash CMS Templates offer a Control Panel Demo that you can visit to in order to test out the online tools. No need to have expensive software in order to design a website. All the tools you need to change the website logo, images and page content is all there for you!

It's in your hands... or is it?

Snerdey ;)

Eat My Website!

2011-07-20T12:06:00.000-04:00

That's exactly what you want to happen to your website, you want it eaten up! Search engines send out little programs called bots. These bots go all over the web checking for new, fresh content on websites, blogs etc.. So it's important that your website is worthy of being gobbled up.

Take this sandwich please! Yes, you can have it and do what you want with it. Cause, that is what's going to happen to your website. If you don't create a website with unique content, fresh as in today's date or that freshly cooked bacon. You're sandwich, I mean your website will be eaten but it's how much of it they left on the plate that matters. Not to mention did they keep it down, or index your website properly.

There are a lot of things missing in my sandwich such as menu, how to eat, what other options you can have. But, is that really the point of my post today? No, it's stay focused when creating your website. The website templates you see on Snerdey were created by a team of professionals. Writers, Animators, Coders, Database Gurus, Director and don't forget the Music Department nor the Models. Everything you see took a team of about 7 people to create the website theme or template.

There's no need to go learn how to bake bread, create your own mayo or even raise pigs just so you can go make a sandwich that does not get the blue ribbon. That's like reinventing the wheel just to save a few bucks. Not everyone can make a great sandwich that everyone loves to eat. Many are just as happy with a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. That's fine too, so don't expect your website to appeal to everyone's appetite. Just because you like your website does not mean it's right for the web or your niche.

You don't create a real deli shop to sell sandwiches to yourself.. so, don't have tunnel vision when it comes to your website design. There's such a thing as too much and too little. Think about the last time you purchased a sandwich and thought "I could have made one better" and saved myself a few bucks. That's what templates do for you, they save you time and money!

If you're new to the world of web design, welcome. We're happy to assist you in selecting a website template(s) that fits your project. We also offer affordable template editing as well as custom web designs from scratch.

10% Discount Off TemplateMonster - Everyday!

I'm hungry all the sudden!

Snerdey (Contact Us)

Photograpy Flash CSM Website

2011-07-19T09:10:00.001-04:00

There are many Flash CMS Templates to choose from but this one really sets the tone with huge images, easy menu / site navigation for website visitors. The admin control panel demo has been activated for your review so you can check out just how easy this website is to edit.

All of the Flash CMS Templates have the ability to go full screen on the visitors computer monitor. This is a real plus for viewing your photos. There is built in music which can be changed or removed with just a couple of clicks. Images are drag and drop, the entire website editing area is WYSIWYG or "What You See Is What You Get" type of website design making it easy to create your website.

No special software required to use the template as is, no database for hackers to attack, easy backups - just copy the XML file the site is creating as it grows. The template comes with all the files it took to design the template so if you're a flash editor you'll be able to modify what you want. If your not a flash designer, it's ok .. you don't have to be one to use this website.

If you like the design and have no desire or time to create the website on your own. We're happy to assist and I'm sure you'll find our services affordable and we're happy to provide you a free quote.

Technical Specifications.

SOFTWARE REQUIRED:
For uncompressing a template ZIP package:
WinZip 9+ (Windows);
Stuffit Expander 10+ (Mac);

Product Description:
Flash CMS Template is a full-fledged Flash website with Moto Flash content management system integrated for easy website editing and content updating. Each design element can be easily customized according to your project needs. The price mentioned here includes the Moto CMS license in addition to the price of a template and its source files. Note: Extra sources for developers (PSD & FLA) are included.

For developers to edit source files:
Adobe Photoshop CS or higher;
Adobe Flash CS3 or higher;

Hosting Requirements:
PHP v. 5.2.1 or higher;
Zend Optimizer v3.3 or higher.

Happy Flash CMS Editing!
Snerdey (Contact Me)

Powerpoint Templates

2011-07-18T21:38:00.000-04:00

Today we're all about the power of Powerpoint Templates. They are all on sale at 10% off! These templates are compatible with all versions of Microsoft PowerPoint ver. 2003 or ver. 2007 as well as online presentation applications (e.g. GoogleDocs Presentations).

No need to spend hours or days creating a cool design for your presentation it. It's all about the content of the presentation anyway. Using a Powerpoint Template saves you time and we make it easy to for you to test out the designs before you purchase.

SOFTWARE REQUIRED:
Powerpoint 2007 (recommended) or Powerpoint 2003;

For uncompressing a template ZIP package:
WinZip 9+ (Windows);Stuffit Expander 10+ (Mac);
We accept Google Checkout, Paypal and all Major Credit Cards.

Any questions, just let us know :)

Snerdey

Stretched Flash CSM Template

2011-07-08T11:46:00.002-04:00

Preview This Template | Review Admin Control Panel | Regular Price $220 | On Sale $198

Search All Flash CMS Templates

Now we're talking stretched websites! When this design was created it took some real thinking power to bring it to life sorta speak. The website includes an amazing way of working with images that change on the home page. You'll just have to see it for yourself to believe what your eyes will see once you give this design a try!

Flash CMS websites are not like regular flash sites. These designs are powered with MotoCSM and provide separate pages so each web page can have it's own title, keywords and even better no special software required.

Editing the website is easy and you can also log into the website from any computer connected to the internet so you're able to edit the website on the go, wherever you go!

If you have any questions or new to Flash CSM just let us know here or contact us directly via one of our contact methods below:

Toll Free
877-619-6609
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Happy Editing!
Snerdey
http://www.snerdey.com

Happy 7th Anniversary Snerdey

2011-06-08T07:54:00.002-04:00

Happy Anniversary Snerdey - 7 Years of Customer Service!!!!!!!

Like coffee? Wanna celebrate with us? We've got a deal for you.

We'd be happy to send you one of our Snerdey Coffee Cups for FREE with any template purchased on our website http://www.snerdey.com/ over $100.00 US. This offer is good for the month of June 2011 and for USA Residents Only. Once purchased just forward your proof of purchase email to info@snerdey.com be sure and include your complete USA shipping address. Offer only valid to purchases from June 8, 2011 to June 30, 2011. One Snerdey Coffee Cup per valid order.

OR

Visit this link http://bit.ly/iBkz3d and order one of our Coffee Cups to help support our coffee fund :)

PS - Snerdey.com is always has a 10% discount on all templatemonster templates. So, for those who's totals are $90 and over will also get a cup! Per valid order.

Thank you for your support!
Snerdey

Photography Websites

2011-06-01T18:06:00.001-04:00

There are a few types of websites that come to mind when it comes to a photographers website. So to help those who are new to the business or just now seeking to place their photos online. I've put together a collection of ideas, suggestions and of course your comments are indeed welcomed.

One
The first type of photographers website that comes to mind is the most common. One that is designed as a personal photo album. Just out to share their photos with the world without any control of who's using the photos and just basically taking photos as a hobby. Here are a few designs that are perfect for a Personal Photography Website.

Two
Many photographers have turned their passion into their career. So their websites are more a showcase of past photo gigs with separate albums to display weddings, parties and the like. It's a good idea to add a few basic pages such as About Us, Our Services and Contact Us but it's also good to have a blog section for the daily, weekly thoughts and just random photos for visitors to get a feel for the people behind the camera. It's one thing to say you're a Professional Photographer but it's an entirely different thing to prove it! I'd highly consider adding a Client Testimonial section as well. Why a blog? If the website is only photos and contact me then there's nothing for search engines to index your website with.

Three
What about those that are looking to sell their photos? Many do so there are some designs just for that purpose. You can have watermarks and control the use as best as possible. But there's no real way for one to protect what people do with your photo once it's purchased. Unless you have an army of lawyers. So, for those who just would like give it a go here are some Online Store Websites designed to sell photos.. some might also be designed to sell cameras and equipment but you'll get the idea.

In closing...
Hope this helps with making your decision on what type of website design is best suited for your project or business. If you need any assistance or consulting just let me know .. I'd be happy to assist you in creating your website just for you.

Happy Photo Taking!
Snerdey :)

Magneto Themes and jQuery Features

2011-05-06T12:01:00.002-04:00

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If you're an eCommerce website owner or about to start a online store project. Make sure you give your website a high-end look and feel. Consider what software you're using for the website to display your products to your visitors. The more professional and easy the site is to navigate and checkout will turn those visitors into buyers!

New eCommerce projects keep emerging all over the web at the speed of sound. So, if you are going to start a new online store you should check out the Magneto themes. Of course you have heard about jQuery plugins and now you can get a Magento template with some useful plugin.

Sliders are the most popular and useful plugin that can be used at the online stores. These great tools enhance your website navigation and make your products catalog more accessible. Also you can often meet such interesting jQuery solutions implemented in the themes as accordions. Fantastic navigation solutions for the websites main navigation. The slideshows help to concentrate the visitors attention towards featured products and special offers and or sales. The animated effects bring more interactivity and keep the visitors interested in seeing what else your online business has to offer them.

I've seen all kinds of neat banners, clever advertising campaigns that promote a website. We've all seen those really cool banners, buttons as well as text links to promote an online store. Even radio stations, TV ad's as well as fliers in the mail. They were good enough to get me to remember the domain name to check it out. To my surprise I land on websites that do not match the artwork on the banners and hype.

It's puzzling to me as to why so much effort is put in to marketing a website only to hear "I have tons of visitors, thousands of uniques and low sales". It's time to shut off those expensive ad's and take a step back to look at your website from a different view... the buyers view.

Too many times I've actually turned down projects for clients as they want it the way they "personally like" the website to look. Such as their favorite color, styles or to look like some other competitors website. All of which do not match the theme of the product or services etc..

With a Magneto website you can purchase a theme to give the site the professional look and feel that buyers are comfortable with. And by all means get yourself an SSL for the checkout. Make sure your checkout process is not incombersom with way too many steps just to sign up.

Browse all Magneto Themes.

Any questions please feel free to contact us anytime as we service the Globe 24 hours a day!

Happy Mother's Day to all the Mom's of the world and to all the new upcoming moms too :)
Snerdey