When I graduated from college in 1987 computers were something I was aware of, but they weren't a household item and nothing I cared to have to deal with. I had used an electric typewriter for my school papers and only Senior year was I required to check into the computer lab to type a few assignments. I was prepared to ride off into the sunset with my English major in hand and never have to deal with math, science or the computer lab again. Within 2 years of graduation, computers were all the rage and one was planted on my desk at work. As an assistant buyer for Montgomery Ward, I was handed a manual and required to learn WYSIWYG, to create spreadsheets, reports and draft memos. Somehow, I figured it out and even found the much dreaded computer to be useful. Flash forward many years, and the computer has become my friend. I look back and wish my eyes had been more open to taking a computer class in college. A graphic design or photography major sure would have come in handy when blogging. I am endlessly searching tutorials for tips on how to make my blog pretty and learning as I go.
Last night, I took my first stab at "creating" a graphic for my blog and it was super easy. Thanks to the generosity of Keren at free pretty things for you I downloaded this cute free bluebird graphic. Then I used the PicMonkey site for the first time to add text. Super easy, super quick. And, the little bluebird is giving you a hint as to what I have planned for later in the week. Have you had any luck making unique graphics for you blog?
Have you entered my giveaway?
I'll admit I've become addicted to PicMonkey since Picnik went away.
ReplyDeleteI love your new design! I think computers are best learned by playing around anyway. I took a computer course in university and I couldn't tell you one thing about it. Plus, everything changes so quickly anyway. I will have to try PicMonkey if this is the type of thing you can make!
ReplyDeleteYour new graphic is darling! I haven't ventured into anything fancy on my blog at all. I'd love to, but it seems like there's never time! Nice to know you came by! Oh! And I love your petty new linens!
ReplyDeleteYour graphic looks so pretty!....PicMonkey is a great tool...Thank goodness, as I used Picnik all the time and was worried about a replacement...I do think it's a great feeling when you master a new technique...It just takes me a little longer than I would like sometimes!
ReplyDeleteHope you are having a great week,
Susan x
That turned out great. I love Picmonkey, too!
ReplyDeleteI love Keren at Free Pretty Things For You! It's where I got my header from too! I haven't tried PicMonkey but now you have me intrigued! Thank you for linking up at the party! I hope to see you next week 💜
ReplyDeleteWow! You did an amazing job making that button! Thanks so much for sharing with us at Thursday's Temptation.
ReplyDeleteJill
There are so many great images out there to use and I love this bluebird! Great job. Thanks for linking up to STL Wednesday!
ReplyDeleteMary