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Charlie is a Semi-Custom Showit website template for photographers, consultants, and creatives. With a unique layout, Charlie is an elegant and refined semi-custom website design for business owners who are ready to elevate their business and show their expertise. As with all templates in the Open Book Library, the design is ready to be customized […]
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Your website is more than just a website. It’s your online home. It’s your space in the digital world. You should be proud to send people to and show it off. It’s important to have a website that is up-to-date, modern and on-brand. Here are 4 signs to tell when you are ready to refresh […]
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Jane is a Semi-Custom Showit website template for photographers, consultants, and creatives. It features a modern and unique design that’s personality packed and ready to showcase your brand! As with all templates in the Open Book Library, the design is ready to be customized to represent your brand! All Semi-Custom Showit Website templates include customization […]
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I’m sure you’ve heard the word branding floating around places like Instagram and Pinterest. You know it’s something you should be doing, but you aren’t really sure what it is and why branding is important for your business. Well, you’re not alone! Many business owners struggle to understand branding, what it is, and why it’s […]
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Raven is a Semi-Custom Showit Website Template for photographers and service providers. It features an upscale and engaging design that’s perfect to show off your brand! It’s perfect for any female entrepreneur looking for something to stand out from the norm. As with all templates in the Open Book Library, the design is ready to […]
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Don’t underestimate the power of your website navigation menu. With every Semi-Custom or Custom Website there is strategy and purpose behind every design. And the website navigation is also created with strategy in mind. Here are some do’s and don’ts for your website navigation menu. Do: Use Clear Page Names Though you may want to […]
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Ophelia is a semi-custom Showit website template for event planners and photographers. It features a warm and welcoming design that’s perfect to show off your brand! It’s perfect for any female entrepreneur looking for something to stand out from the norm. As with all templates in the Open Book Library, the design is ready to […]
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So, you’re ready to create a new website for your business. But where do you begin? Your home page. Your home page is typically the first place people will land on when visiting your site. So it makes sense that this page should be the best it can be. In fact, you only have a […]
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Marley is a new Showit semi-custom website template for creatives, coaches, and consultants. It features a clean, interactive design that’s perfect to show off your brand! It’s perfect for any female entrepreneur looking for something to stand out from the crowd. As with all templates in the Open Book Library, the design is ready to […]
July 27, 2021
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One of the biggest things my clients (and myself!) struggle with is their website copy. Especially the About page. Most people mistakenly think their About page is an autobiography, writing out their life story. Your About page should focus on your ideal client and their problem. What problem do they have? How can you help […]
July 20, 2021
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As a Showit website designer, it’s important that my clients have an amazing website design experience. Knowing what to expect and what’s to be expected is the foundation of any successful business relationship. Today I’m sharing a few tips that have helped projects with my clients run smoothly. Ask Questions You’re new to this website […]
Trying to figure out how to increase traffic to your website? As a small business owner you have a million things on your to-do list including bringing in new leads to your business. Today I’m breaking down 5 easy ways to increase traffic to your website to help grow your business. SEO (Search Engine Optimization) […]
July 13, 2021
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July 5, 2021
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Today, I want to share 6 easy steps to strengthen your website. As a small business owner you’re always looking for ways to grow your business. Your website is one place you can optimize and elevate your potential client’s experience. You may just discover a new solution that works for your business. A clear goal […]
June 29, 2021
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Trying to figure out the secrets to a high-converting Showit website? Your website is such an important tool for your small business. It enhances your credibility and shows that you take your business seriously. It also helps you communicate and connect with your audience, and sell your products and services. And if you’re like so […]
Building your brand is like writing a book. You need to have a clear direction of where you want to go. If your story is confusing, your reader is going to be lost and maybe lose interest. It’s the same with your brand. People may judge the book by it’s cover. What’s the experience people […]
June 23, 2021
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June 15, 2021
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I love playing around with colour palettes. There’s something so fun about putting colours together, seeing what works (and what definitely doesn’t!) And creating a beautiful colour palette for your Showit website is a vital step you don’t want to skip over. Colour plays such an important role in the user experience on your website. […]
June 8, 2021
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*** This post contains affiliate links *** So you’re ready to invest in a new website – either a DIY template, semi-custom website or a custom website design. But where do you start? There are 5 key areas to think about to prepare for a web design project. Think about your website as a book. […]
Introducing the Semi-Custom Brand Library. I am so excited to announce the opening of the Open Book Design Co. Semi-Custom Brand Library! This is something I have been working on for a while now, and it’s finally here. I know there are so many of you business owners out there who are just starting out […]
May 30, 2021
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May 24, 2021
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They’re here! Semi-Custom Showit Websites! As with so many business owners, you want a website that elevates your business and guides your visitors to the ultimate goal…working with you! But sometimes, you’re not quite ready for a custom website that could cost a fortune and take weeks to complete. That’s the beauty of a Semi-Custom […]
May 18, 2021
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Creating a mood board can be a really fun and inspiring part of the branding process. Your mood board should include photos, typography, colours, patterns, and textures. Combined, these elements will give you the visual direction for your brand’s design. Now you just need to know how to use your mood board. After going through […]
So you’ve got an amazing custom font for your new Showit website. It totally fits with your branding and you’re loving it. But how do you add a custom font to Showit? Well, it’s actually super easy. License Before you start, make sure that you have the proper license to use the font on your […]
