Fix for WordPress Images Wrap Problem

Posted December 8, 2010 | by strangeduck | in Blogging | 2 responses excerpt thumb

<div style=”clear:both;”></div>

Put the code above in your HTML view code, right after the image code, and hopefully it will clear things up.

The way WordPress and HTML work can drive one batty when you’re dealing with images. If your text keeps wrapping around your image, but you want… Read the rest

Web Hosting Sale – up to 80% OFF at Hostgator this Black Friday

Posted November 25, 2010 | by strangeduck | in Web Design | 2 responses

web hosting sale - up to 80% OFF at Hostgator

I have been using Hostgator for the past 2 and a half years, and I love them. I’ve  just learned that Hostgator is doing a special promotion for Black Friday* and is offering these extremely low prices for their excellent web hosting services.

How special you ask? Why,Read the rest

StudioPress WordPress Themes on Sale!

Posted November 23, 2010 | by strangeduck | in Web Design | 2 responses thumb

Update: This sale is now over, and Studiopress themes are no longer on sale.

SPECIAL SAVINGS: get 25% off all Studiopress WordPress Themes.

When you use this Discount Coupon Code: BLACK
Good until Nov. 30, 2010

Or get 10% off any Studiopress theme, anytime.
Use Discount Coupon Code:… Read the rest

Best WordPress Themes For Bands

Posted July 17, 2009 | by irene | in Web Design | 36 responses

thumbnail of porkbellys site, which uses Wordpress premium theme

Here are what I think are the best WordPress themes for bands, musicians, rock groups, chamber orchestras or  anyone else involved with music that needs a web site.

Amped for Genesis Framework by Studiopress.

My latest* favourite theme is the Amped theme by Studiopress (*updated June 2011). This is… Read the rest

Privacy Policy Generator

Posted November 26, 2008 | by irene | in Tips and Tools | 3 responses excerpt thumb

Do you need a privacy policy for your web site? Maybe you’ve never thought of it?

Either way, it’s a good practice to have one on your web site. Especially if you are doing things like collecting addresses or using cookies. Google likes these too.

If writing a privacy… Read the rest

Tags vs Categories

Posted November 16, 2008 | by irene | in Wordpress | 2 responses excerpt thumb

When blogging, or using blogging software as your web site, you will have the option to organize your pages by categories, and by tags.

I was at first stumped by this prospect because man, there are so many topics when it comes to the Internet and web design. I… Read the rest

WordPress Blogs For Bands

Posted October 22, 2008 | by irene | in Marketing | 56 responses

As you know by now I love WordPress and I love Studiopress Premium Themes. It’s not just the best blogging tool but it also makes great websites for:

  • filmmakers (PWK Productions, Down to the Dirt)
  • authors ( Nino Ricci, James McCreath, Paul Quarrington, Moving stories Film

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Great Web Hosting Deal At AN Hosting Until November 22, 07

Posted November 12, 2007 | by irene | in Blogging | 4 responses

AN web Hosting package - $4.95 a month special deal

This is a great deal from An Hosting, one of the more reliable hosting companies out there.

Thinking it’s time for a site or blog? No more excuses – now is the time to jump in because $4.95 USD is a great price for hosting, and this package… Read the rest

One-Click Installs Are The Easiest Way To Set Up A WordPress Blog

Posted June 18, 2007 | by irene | in Blogging | 30 responses

Wordpress default theme - Kubrick blue

Non-techies listen up – now you too can have a WordPress blog set up and running at your own domain, in minutes!

The how-to instructions on how to do a manual install of WordPress can be rather intimidating. This is because you need to set up a database on… Read the rest

5 Resources To Make Sure Your Email Newsletters Are Getting Read

Posted June 17, 2007 | by irene | in Marketing | 2 responses

A handy list of useful tips and resources to make sure your emails are getting read.

Email marketing and newsletters are a practical and economical way to keep in contact with your clients and fans. That is – if your emails are being read.

The business of sending newsletters or email blasts is tricky. Spamcatchers are everywhere and your emails may be getting caught and… Read the rest

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