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Learn to Make Your Own Graphics for Standout Visual Marketing

Stand out online with powerful graphics. It's easy and affordable when you DIY.


Learn from a pro! As a lifelong graphic designer, I know all about quality visuals and getting them done fast. I'd love to show you! And now there are quick, low-cost tools to help, too.


The runaway favorite tool is Canva, and you can learn all about how to use Canva for beginners. Links to in-depth articles there, too!


Here are a few of the reader favorites:


How to Upload Fonts to Canva


How to Curve Text in Canva


How to Make a Table in Canva


OR find reviews (with a comparison chart!) on a host of Canva alternatives.


A couple specific articles you might enjoy are how to make YouTube thumbnails and how to make an infographic. Both are so important to get eyes on your content.


Ready? Start creating!


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St Patrick’s Day Graphics Go Viral on Social Media!

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Seeking St. Patrick’s Day social media post ideas?

Holiday posts get great engagement on Instagram, Facebook and more – raising your visibility and growing your followers.

Make your own St. Pat’s graphics with easy design tools! They’re perfect for small business owners and influencers who want to grow their brand – without the learning curve of pro software.

So get your social media ready for the wearin’ o’ the green!

But first I have a story about a St Patrick’s Day graphic that went viral…
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How to Make Graphics in PowerPoint: Yes You Can!

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Know your way around PowerPoint?

Wish you knew how to make graphics in PowerPoint?

If this is an app you own and use, it may be a great starting point for you to make your own graphics.

In this article you’ll learn:

  • How to do graphic design in PowerPoint for blog and social media graphics.
  • How to make a Facebook cover photo with PowerPoint template.
  • How to create an infographic in PowerPoint from scratch or templates.

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