Blog Design
No, I’m not starting a business. :) I just thought I’d share a few resources I used for redesigning my blog.
1. I chose a template from Our Blogger Templates. I picked one that was designed for pictures. (PhotoBlog II)
2. I then uploaded it to my site and customized the colors.
3. I changed some coding in this particular template I chose so that it would work with LiveWriter better.
Go to the HTML portion. Find this code:
.post-body p { /* Fix bug in IE5/Win with italics in posts */ margin: 0px 0px 0px 0px; padding: 3px 0px 3px 0px; display: inline; /* to fix floating-ads wrapping problem in IE */ height: 1%; overflow: visible; }
The part that is a larger font and in bold should be deleted. Don’t delete that ending bracket!
4. I designed a blog header that was exactly 940 pixels wide. The size you need to make depends on what template you choose. Usually sites will give you this information. I uploaded this through the layout area of blogger. (The video gives exact details on this.)
5. I use LiveWriter now for all the blogs I write. It’s free software, and it makes blogging SO MUCH EASIER! I really can’t say enough about it. Eventually, I will make a video on this also.
6. I designed my own signature, but My Live Signature is another really easy option for making a signature. Here’s a link that explains how to add the signature.
7. To get a different look for your titles, you might want to try out the tutorial at Kevin and Amanda’s site. It is well-written and very easy to follow.
8. Would you like a pattern or picture for your background? Follow the tutorial at this site.
RESOURCES:
Blog Authoring Software – Live Writer
Instructions for Including Signature
