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Jenny Cross
By Jenny Cross In Design

4 Things You Shouldn’t Do in an Online Course

Translating your knowledge into a course is hard enough without adding in the complexities of getting it planned, written, designed,…
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DesignDigital DesignSocial Media
May 22, 2020

2020 Social Media Size Guide

Profile photo: at least 180 x 180 pixels Cover photo: at least 820 x 312 pixels Post photo: 1,200 x 630 pixels recommended Profile photo: at least 110 x 110…
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DesignDigital DesignWeb Design
May 12, 2020

10 Must-Have WordPress Plugins

But finding the right solution for your need can be difficult. Will this install cause a security risk? Will it do what I need it to do? Is this the…
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BusinessCopywriting
April 28, 2020

3 Keys to Clear Copywriting

Ironically enough, many words have been written about how to write good words. After reading many of these books and blogs, it’s clear that there are 3 principles which separate…
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DesignDigital DesignWeb Design
March 30, 2020

5 Ways to incorporate motion into your marketing

It’s no surprise that studies show that our retention for information greatly increases when we see something being taught as opposed to just reading it. Looking for ideas on how…
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DesignLogo & Branding
February 3, 2020

How to Know When it’s Time For a Logo Redesign

Maintaining a level of consistency and recognizability should be the goal as time goes on, and unfortunately this can often cause people to think that a logo can NEVER change.…
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January 3, 2020

10 Reasons Why We Use WordPress

Although there are other options out there, none of them come close to matching WordPress when it comes to market-share. That’s because WordPress gives you everything you need to create…
Vanessa Van Gorp
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Business
December 4, 2019

TwoTone’s Gift Guide

There are so many gift guides out there, but all of them are from folks you’ve never heard of, who are likely getting paid to tell you what to buy.…
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DesignWeb Design
October 28, 2019

Website Audits: What to Know

In the end you have something that people can use, but it’s often more a collection of various pieces as opposed to a cohesive whole. If you haven’t stopped to…
Vanessa Van Gorp
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BusinessCopywritingDigital Design
October 11, 2019

Is My Design Hurting My Bottom Line?

It’s not just about generating content that looks good. Have you seen a website recently that looks like it was built when dial-up was the only internet option? Was their…
Jenny Cross
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BusinessDesignWeb Design
October 8, 2019

What is a UX/UI Designer, and Why You Need One

The terminology gained traction in the 2000’s with the widespread use of mobile devices, apps, and websites. Nielsen Norman Group is credited with coining the term UX in the late…
Vanessa Van Gorp
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Business
September 17, 2019

A team building activity that encourages, motivates, and builds trust

Lately a number of personal development books have focused on teaching people how to find their strengths and use them to greatest effect. We ascribe to that philosophy at TwoTone. The…
Jenny Cross
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DesignLogo & Branding
August 28, 2019

New Basecamp Branding Reveal

Basecamp just launched their new branding. I wish that I could happily report our enthusiasm, but alas, that’s not the case. Basecamp is central to our project management and client…
Jenny Cross
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DesignWeb Design
August 27, 2019

Website Platform Comparison: Squarespace, WordPress, and Shopify

Whether you’re a new business building a site from scratch or an existing business looking for the right platform to take you to the next level, there is no shortage…
Vanessa Van Gorp
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BusinessDesignWeb Design
August 20, 2019

7 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Web Designer + Developer

So having a website that accurately communicates your vision and drives new business is essential. The problem is that building an effective website is easier said than done. As a…
Kimberly Isburg
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BusinessDesign
August 2, 2019

Jenny’s Recommendations

I’ve made my fair share of “bad buys” and also found some really great resources over the years. I am sharing my best picks here in the hopes that you…
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CopywritingDesignDigital DesignLogo & BrandingPrint DesignSocial MediaWeb Design
June 10, 2019

15 Things Your Graphic Design Team Needs To Do

An experienced creative team knows how to communicate your brand’s message in a powerful and impactful way to deliver measurable results. But all agencies are not created equal. As a…
Kimberly Isburg
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DesignWeb Design
June 5, 2019

Five Things Every Website Needs

Your website is often the first place a new client or customer will interact with your business, and it’s essential to make a good first impression. If you’re feeling unsure…
Kimberly Isburg
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BusinessDesignDigital DesignSocial Media
April 16, 2019

Best Apps + Platforms for Marketing and Design

Our team of creatives has spent hours learning about the newest tools, technologies, and platforms available to help our clients generate leads, fulfill customer requests, and send beautiful, creative, and…
Jenny Cross
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Business
April 10, 2019

How to Have a Financially Healthy Business

But we all know that’s easier said than done. So I’ll walk you through how I follow this golden rule when it comes to running my business: TwoTone Creative. I…
Jenny Cross
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BusinessCopywriting
October 1, 2018

Haven’t Read Multipliers Yet? Here’s What You Need to Know.

Do you ever read a book that gives you the right terminology to discuss ideas? It’s such a great feeling to have a new vocabulary to express concepts you previously…
Kayla Parker
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DesignDigital Design
September 27, 2018

Learn the Basics of Procreate

Procreate is an amazing tool that can be utilized for designing, sketching, taking notes, and more. One of my absolute favorite things to do in my spare time is learn…
Abby Goodenow
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CopywritingDesignLogo & Branding
September 19, 2018

Defining Your Identity through Brand Guidelines

So, you have a new logo and a few brand colors. You’re ready to start implementing your brand’s look and feel across all your platforms, right? Wrong. These elements are…
Kayla Parker
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BusinessCopywriting
July 11, 2018

The Top 5 Lessons from Building a StoryBrand

There’s a universal fascination with stories. We enjoy seeing how things unfold, and we're always viewing ourselves as the hero in our own narratives. Therefore, it makes perfect sense that…
Kayla Parker
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BusinessCopywritingDesignDigital Design
May 9, 2018

Making Powerful PowerPoint & Keynote Presentations

It’s time to leave behind the basic PowerPoint presentations and bland Keynotes you see at every conference. Make your presentation stand out with custom graphics and creative slide copy. Whether…
Kayla Parker
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Business
March 2, 2018

TwoTone Tools: The Productivity Essentials

One of the top keys to productivity is organization. If your business (or your life) isn't organized, chances are you're either going to be too distracted to get anything done,…
Kayla Parker
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