The Vine Podcast

How much time have you put into thinking about the elements that go on your blog sidebar, a well-designed sidebar can really increase engagement on your site and create a great user experience for your readers. In this episode, we'll dive into what elements should be part of your sidebar so that you can make the most out of this space on your blog.

In this episode we'll cover:

• What is the purpose of your sidebar?
• How to use your sidebar strategically
• The above the fold section of your sidebar
  • Search Bar
  • Image + Your Bio
  • Social Media Links
  • Call To Action
• The bottom half of your sidebar
  • Relevant Content

Resources mentioned:

• 026: How to Strategically Set Goals for Your Food Blog
• 027: What Should Be on the Homepage of Your Food Blog

Growing your food blog? Grab the free guide: 3 Reasons Your Food Blog Isn't Growing

Instagram | Website | Show Notes

Web Design for Food Bloggers

How much time have you put into thinking about the elements that go on your blog sidebar, a well-designed sidebar can really increase engagement on your site and create a great user experience for your readers. In this episode, we'll dive into what elements should be part of your sidebar so that you can make the most out of this space on your blog. 

In this episode we'll cover: 

• What is the purpose of your sidebar?
• How to use your sidebar strategically
• The above the fold section of your sidebar
  • Search Bar
  • Image + Your Bio
  • Social Media Links
  • Call To Action
• The bottom half of your sidebar
  • Relevant Content

Resources mentioned:

• 026: How to Strategically Set Goals for Your Food Blog
• 027: What Should Be on the Homepage of Your Food Blog

Growing your food blog? Grab the free guide: 3 Reasons Your Food Blog Isn't Growing

Instagram | Website | Show Notes

Web Design for Food Bloggers

In today's episode I'm going over what should be on the homepage of your food blog. This page is a huge part of your website and one that is often overlooked. Even though only a small percentage of your traffic may go to your homepage, it's a critical part of your website and one that can help turn random site visitors into your loyal fans.

In this episode, we'll cover:

• What should your homepage do?
• Should your homepage have a sidebar?
• What elements should your homepage have?
• What content should be on your homepage?

Resources mention:

• 003: Clear & Strategic Messaging for Your Blog
• 019: How to Get Clear on Your Blog's Tagline
• 026: How to Strategically Set Goals for Your Food Blog
• 011: How to Design a Freebie for Your Blog

Growing your food blog? Grab the free guide: 3 Reasons Your Food Blog Isn't Growing

Instagram | Website | Show Notes

Web Design for Food Bloggers

In today’s episode I’m going over what should be on the homepage of your food blog. This page is a huge part of your website and one that is often overlooked. Even though only a small percentage of your traffic may go to your homepage, it’s a critical part of your website and one that can help turn random site visitors into your loyal fans. 

In this episode, we'll cover:

• What should your homepage do?
• Should your homepage have a sidebar?
• What elements should your homepage have?
• What content should be on your homepage?

Resources mention:

• 003: Clear & Strategic Messaging for Your Blog
• 019: How to Get Clear on Your Blog's Tagline
• 026: How to Strategically Set Goals for Your Food Blog
• 011: How to Design a Freebie for Your Blog

Growing your food blog? Grab the free guide: 3 Reasons Your Food Blog Isn't Growing

Instagram | Website | Show Notes

Web Design for Food Bloggers

Can you see into the future at where your blog is headed? Does goal setting for your blog seem mysterious or impossible? Let's break down how to set strategic goals for your food blog in today's episode.

In this episode we'll cover:

• What are your goals for your blog?
• What do you want to do with your blog?

Growing your food blog? Grab the free guide: 3 Reasons Your Food Blog Isn't Growing

Instagram | Website | Show Notes

Web Design for Food Bloggers

Can you see into the future at where your blog is headed? Does goal setting for your blog seem mysterious or impossible? Let’s break down how to set strategic goals for your food blog in today’s episode. 

In this episode we'll cover:

• What are your goals for your blog?
• What do you want to do with your blog?

Growing your food blog? Grab the free guide: 3 Reasons Your Food Blog Isn't Growing

Instagram | Website | Show Notes

Web Design for Food Bloggers

If you're using a premade theme for your blog and looking for inspiration and the how to on making it feel more custom and less out of the box, this post is for you! I'll share the steps you need to start customizing your premade theme so it feels less cookie-cutter and more like your own unique blog!

In this episode, we'll cover:

• Know Your Brand
• Customize your colors, branding and fonts
• Utilizing Widget Areas
• Changing Your Site Icon and Footer Text
• Customizing Your Pages

The Brand Strategy Workshop

• Live, hands-on workshop
• March 31, 2020 12 PM EST
• Only 15 spots available.

Get $50 off the Branding Workshop with promo code thevinepodcast.

Get the full details of the workshop here.

Instagram | Website | Show Notes

Web Design for Food Bloggers

If you're using a premade theme for your blog and looking for inspiration and the how to on making it feel more custom and less out of the box, this post is for you! I'll share the steps you need to start customizing your premade theme so it feels less cookie-cutter and more like your own unique blog!

In this episode, we'll cover:

• Know Your Brand
• Customize your colors, branding and fonts
• Utilizing Widget Areas
• Changing Your Site Icon and Footer Text
• Customizing Your Pages

The Brand Strategy Workshop

• Live, hands-on workshop
• March 31, 2020 12 PM EST
• Only 15 spots available.

Get $50 off the Branding Workshop with promo code thevinepodcast.

Get the full details of the workshop here. 

Instagram | Website | Show Notes

Web Design for Food Bloggers

Have you ever wondered if your theme is holding you back? Maybe you aren't sure if you should use a free theme or a premium one or how to update your theme. In this episode I'm going to break down what you should know about premade themes before choosing one, help you understand some of the tech behind themes and hopefully give you confidence in the theme you're using or choosing your next theme!

In this episode we will cover:

• Why a good theme matters
• Common theme problems
• Framework vs theme vs plugin
• How to know if it's time for a new theme
• Where to look

Resources mentioned:

• How to Choose a WordPress Theme
• Theme Installation Services

Have you ever wondered if your theme is holding you back? Maybe you aren’t sure if you should use a free theme or a premium one or how to update your theme. In this episode I’m going to break down what you should know about premade themes before choosing one, help you understand some of the tech behind themes and hopefully give you confidence in the theme you’re using or choosing your next theme!

In this episode we will cover:

• Why a good theme matters
• Common theme problems
• Framework vs theme vs plugin
• How to know if it's time for a new theme
• Where to look

Resources mentioned: 

• How to Choose a WordPress Theme
• Theme Installation Services