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whimsical graphic design

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Elan Creative Co. is a small design studio focused on providing tutorials and design resources for bloggers and creative entrepreneurs.

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Make a laurel wreath in Photoshop

How to make a simple laurel wreath in Photoshop

Floral wreaths are very popular right now. You can use them on anything from whimsy logos to romantic wedding invitations. They are easy to draw using pen and paper or a graphic pad, but did you know you can also make a laurel wreath in Photoshop using your mouse? This tutorial will teach you how ... VIEW POST

Changing your blog name without losing followers

Changing your blog name without losing followers

You’ve thought long and hard about changing your blog name and you want to do it. You’ve found the perfect name, but you still worry about losing your readers. It’s normal to be scared if you’ve worked hard to create content and build a following. Just follow these simple steps to successfully change your domain. ... VIEW POST

10 free Pin It buttons

Sunday Freebie: Pinterest Pin it Buttons

Did you know you can replace the classic Pinterest Pin it button with a custom button that matches your website? That red button is nice but doesn’t look good on all websites. And making your own button might seem complicated if you are not familiar with image editing software. To come to your aid, I’ve ... VIEW POST

How to use the Photoshop Pen Tool / featured image

Introduction to the Photoshop Pen Tool

The Pen Tool is one of my favorite Photoshop tools and one that every designer should know how to use. This is a very powerful and accurate tool, but you will need a bit of practice to learn it. It’s a tool that Illustrator users are very familiar with, and one that intimidates Photoshop users. ... VIEW POST

Choose the right blog name

Why I changed my blog name and how to name your blog

I have a confession to make. Choosing PixieDustStudio as a name for my blog was a rash decision. I needed a blog name and it seemed suitable for the whimsy designs I did at the time. Excitement and lack of patience made me buy the domain without doing any research.  It wasn’t long until I realized ... VIEW POST

Changing your blog name

Changing your blog name

I think there comes a time in every blogger’s life when the name they chose when they started doesn’t fit anymore. Changing your blog name or URL is not an easy decision and you should take some time to think about it. This is especially scary if you have a big audience because you might ... VIEW POST

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