Last Thursday, Pantone announced their 2016 Color of the Year. This year’s announcement broke the mold and contained a nice surprise for designers and color enthusiasts, when for the first time in the color authority’s history, Pantone recognized two colors...
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There are only 21 days till Christmas! For planners and procrastinators alike, time is running out to get ready for the holiday. Between shopping for your loved ones, planning your menu, and juggling your holiday parties, decking your halls can...
There are only 21 days till Ch...
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Graphic designers have a number of techniques at their disposal to help direct their reader’s eye towards their desired focal point. Gestalt principles, grids, and the rule of thirds are all effective tools for structuring your designs, but by far,...
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It may feel like summer just ended, but the holiday season is right around the corner. Snow will fly, halls will be decked, waistbands will expand, and holiday greeting cards will start arriving in your mailbox in droves. The key to...
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They’re every crafters dirty little secret – paper scraps. Whether you store yours in a drawer, toss them in a bag, or have a giant pile growing on your desk, paper scraps can feel like an insurmountable mountain of disorganization....
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Metallics are in! Metallic tones add a bold and elegant touch your designs, from projects as simple as homemade cards to more sophisticated endeavors like business cards, stationery, or even your wedding paper suite. Incorporating metallic tones into your craft and...
Metallics are in! Metallic ton...
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What’s the first you think of when you think of “balance”? Perhaps a balance beam, or even that pesky yoga pose you can’t seem to hold no matter how much you practice? Whatever springs to mind first, chances are it...
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Creating a type hierarchy may not be the “sexiest” aspect of graphic design, but type hierarchies play an integral role in communicating and honoring the message your design aims to convey. They’re one of the simplest and most effective ways...
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The spookiest night of the year is just around the corner! Whether you’re busy putting together your kids’ Halloween costumes, your own frightening ensemble, or designing this year’s Jack-O-Lantern, there are tons of easy ways for you to decorate the...
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Paper is paper, right? Wrong. Think of paper like a carpenter thinks about wood. Just like different woods are better suited for different purposes, certain papers are better for certain uses. For example, heavier weight cardstock is better for business cards...
Paper is paper, right? Wrong. ...
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