The Etsy Blog

Skill Share: Making a Banner

Published on June 14, 2007 in Seller Handbook

Hi all! I thought I’d show you how I made the new EtsyLabs banner. I’m not a trained graphic artist by any means but I love making banners, avatars, and general photoshopping! So here’s the banner and the tips:

Here’s the final product. ps click on any of these images to get some more detail!

Tip Alert! Download a fancy font! My favorite place to download free fonts is http://www.dafont.com/. Once you find something you like download it to your desktop and unzip it. Then go to the start menu -> Control Panel -> Fonts and then click "install font" and find that on your desktop. Do this before opening Photoshop.

Step One – Find some sort of background. I suggest a pic that may be floating around your flickr account, scan some fabric or ribbons, or fine something cool and free on the internet (but don’t steal! Make sure its for general use.)

Step 2 – Crop this baby. Don’t worry about the size yet. Just crop it so you get a good image (as wide as possible). Crop is a tool found on the left vertical toolbar – it looks like a box.

Step 3 – Now lets set the correct width. It should be 760 pixels. On the top horizontal toolbar click Image->Image Size and set the width to 760 pixels and select "OK".

Step 4 – Now lets work on the height. Do this by adjusting the canvas size (Image -> Canvas Size ). The height should be 100 pixels. In the canvas size window you can adjust the anchor if you want the pic to be cropped from the top, bottom, center etc.

Here’s what we come up with so far:

Step 5 – Adding text. On the left toolbar you’ll see the letter T. Click it! Now click on a space in the pic where you want to add your shop name. Now type in your shop name. Highlight what you just typed. Now you can change the font, color and size (see those options at the top of the horizontal toolbar in photoshop). Play around until you get a good result.

Step 6 – Rasterize text. At the top click Layer -> Rasterize. You’ve rasterized!

Step 7 – Add some dimension to your text. At the top again click Layer -> Layer style. Play around! For this banner I chose to use a suble "inner glow". Spooky!!

Step 8 – Glowing airplanes! I wanted those paper airplanes to stick out more. So I used the magic wand first. You can find the magic wand on the left hand toolbar. Once you have selected it just click on the items in the picture you want to "glow" (you can adjust the tolerance at the top if when you click on the items they aren’t being selected properly). Hold the shift key while clicking away to select multiple items. Once you’ve selected all the items you want to pop, hover the mouse over any section of the picture and right click on the mouse. Now "Select Inverse". This should select everything EXCEPT the items you want to glow. Therefore any effect you now use will only change the background and not these items.

So now since I want everything BUT the airplanes to look a little less bright I go to Image->Adjustments->Hue/Saturation. I decrease the saturation to make it a little duller. Feel free to play around in this section though! See what other effects you can create.

Step 9 – Save! Select File -> Save As. Save it as a JPG file. Save it somewhere you can find it in a minute.

Step 10 – Upload! Log into your etsy account. On the left side under Shop Setup you’ll see "Appearance". Click it! Now in the banner upload box find your new banner! Once you have all you have to do is click "save changes" at the bottom and you are golden!

Tomorrow I’ll be following up with a few more photoshop banner tips using actual Etsy members who have requested new banners. So stay tuned!

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bethmosier says:

This is very helpful. Gives me some confidence! Thanks.

4 years ago
sewcranberry says:

thank you, thank you! i had so much fun making a banner and even changed it a couple of times. your tutorial was very easy to follow. now i've got to get to work on an avatar....

4 years ago
alkemystic88 says:

100000000000000000000000 blessings to you!!!!

4 years ago
Sweetz says:

Thanx so so so much!!! It took me like 15 min with your instructions and I'm so happy with my new banner! :-)

4 years ago
dreamtime1 says:

just what i was looking for! can't wait to try it.

4 years ago
maceys says:

So, what if you don't have Photoshop? lol Maybe I should make the investment, eh?

4 years ago
NorthernChancer says:

Thanks, you make it easy!

4 years ago
Nanna4Her2Angels says:

Get my banner code or design your own banner Thought I would share this banner to see if anyone likes this !

4 years ago
Faerydog1969 says:

This is great advice BUT my version of Photoshop ( still a trial) wont let me save ANYTHING as a JPEG or other accepted Etsy file. I have tried to change this, but can't.

4 years ago
makibeads says:

Thank you, what great advice, easy to understand tutorial!

4 years ago
Admin

daniellexo says:

Faerydog1969 - Try downloading one of these free programs: picasa gimp They will allow you to save as a jpg.

4 years ago
FirenFusion says:

Thanks Daniellexo! I just bought photoshop, so this was excellent timing. Kinda like having my own private lesson.

4 years ago
Faerydog1969 says:

Thanks I have used gimp now which works just as well :)

4 years ago
gmjj4 says:

Thanks for the tips. I have to get to work!

4 years ago
ZooBaZu says:

Yeah! a BIG thanks from me too! Very easy to follow, now I gotta try it!

4 years ago
AtelierChoCho says:

This might be very helpful for Windows users. I'm a Mac girl. Will you help me???

4 years ago
bubblybunksboutique says:

this is an excellent article. thanks!

4 years ago
beadyize says:

A really helpful article. Thank you!

4 years ago
raef says:

this was really really helpful! i was thinking i would have to hire someone to help me do this, but now i don't and it's going to be a lot of fun. i'm going to redo my avatar too! thank you!

4 years ago
SoulPie says:

Hi. Your tips are super helpful! Though, I seem to be hitting some sort of glitch...yikes! No matter how small I make my pixels (width/height) the banner keeps getting cropped off & very fuzzy (the smaller I go.) I tryed 760x100 & many other small variations. Any help would be appreciated! Signed Feeling Croppy

4 years ago
atelierdricka says:

thanks...I'm new with Etsy, want to make a colorful banner. I too do not have photoshop, though may soon have Photoshop 6; meanwhile am using Faststone as my photo enhancer. I hope I can translate your instructions satisfactorily within that program...it is supposed to be equal to picasa. All this is a learning process...wonder when I will find time to list! dricka

4 years ago
Pantibags says:

Your instructions on how to place a banner in my etsy shop was extremely helpful. Thank you!

4 years ago
pbl321 says:

Hope I can follow your directions..I have Picasa, so guess I'll start there..I really want my shop to look attractive !...but now it is pretty dull..(:(

4 years ago
brdavis5057 says:

Hi, I am new at Etsy, not really sure what I am doing. But I need a banner, can you help me, or do I do it myself? I have Picasa, and I want this to be kind of country but showey. Like some bluebonnets in the background because I am from Texas. But my main things are, albums,scrappy, jewelry. I need help. thanks BD

4 years ago
strozzistawzeeh says:

Im new here too! But i guess i have a bit idea about photoshop or editing... I'd like to help. im not expert but i guess and least i can help a bit... Just contact me and we'll try to work it that together.... ^_^

4 years ago
Admin

Vanessa says:

This workshop is actually about physical banners, like for a craft fair. There are a couple tips here for you Shop Banners: http://www.etsy.com/storque/section/events/article/your-shop-101-in-the-virtual-labs-graphic-design-tips-and-tr/565/ And here's the Bannerator: http://team.etsy.com/bannerdisplay.php

4 years ago
johnnymint says:

I too am having quite a bit of trouble adding a simple .jpg within the stated dimensions. It keeps coming out cropped, fuzzy or not at all. help!

4 years ago
HippyStuff says:

wish I had photoshop!!!

4 years ago
HickoryTreeHouse says:

Thanks for the article, very helpful and easy to follow.

3 years ago
bouldnart says:

im having trouble as well do you have to click save before you see the image? i thought it would let me preview it in the little box first but it is showing up as a document and i definetly saved it as a jpeg and every other suggested setting.... help!!!!

3 years ago
summerone says:

Thanks for doing this!! I found it super helpful. I'm a total noob and your instructions made it seem easier than I thought it would be. Thanks for the confidence boost!Awesome. cant wait to get in there and give it a shot!

3 years ago
alittletouchoflace says:

I too am getting a little box with nothing in it. I know how to create jpgs so that is not the problem - somebody please help. I even tried creating several different banners, but nothing shows up.

3 years ago
jneale3 says:

Well, I made a living as a web designer and I can't figure this out. There is no "Shop Setup" or "Appearance" showing up on any page. That makes it somewhat difficult to add a banner to my shop. Any suggestions?

3 years ago
ModestEve says:

I couldn't find it either then I went to Help, and found lots of useful information. To get to the "Shop Setup" you have to click on "Your Etsy" along the top next to your name. Then click on "Public Profile" along the left side, and you should see it.

3 years ago
Admin

anda says:

Jneale3, you will have register as a seller before you set up your shop. Try clicking the "sell" link at the top of the page to get started.

3 years ago
BellaAntoniosMom says:

This artical was great b/c I realized that I can buy a cool banner/avatar from one of the fellow etsy designers and hopefuly upload it into my shop....

3 years ago
brokenperception says:

super helpful.

3 years ago
jewelrybyreshell says:

Mahalo so much. It's everything I wanted to know and so much more. I plan to use your tips with a new shop I'm planning to open.

3 years ago
inlikealion says:

Thank you so much! this made my shop set up so much easier and enjoyable! :)

3 years ago
rikkicondon says:

O this is great..still finetuning my shop. Thank you!

3 years ago
VintageMafia says:

I just re-did my banner thanks to your tutorial! thank you so much for the tips and step-by-step instructions!

3 years ago
alteredworks says:

I can't thank you enough! After searching the web for hours and trying different sites I found you. My store will be up and running in no time. Etsy really is the place for sharing.

3 years ago
rosietoad says:

I cant get my JPG banner to show up!! very frustrated. Its the correct size but it wont show up! I have followed directions exactly. Whats wrong?

3 years ago
IrisInBloom says:

I lost my banner by doing something stupid. Can you help me??? Thanks, Brenda jherp@bellsouth.net www.IrisInBloom.etsy.com

3 years ago
MCSDesigns says:

Thanks for the info it helped.

3 years ago
feltgoods says:

Hi, I built my banner in powerpoint because I don't have photoshop. I was able to save it to my pictures but couldn't find how to save it as jpeg. I have picasa but the file won't move from my pictures to picasa and the banner won't upload to etsy the way it is. So, what do I do now? Thanks so much for your help!

3 years ago
rmherbie says:

What if you don't have adobe?

3 years ago
LinJi says:

If you don't have adobe photoshop you should check out a couple of alternatives there is a.viary.com and www.gimp.org both are free alternatives and are very powerful tools. Aviary is in the beta stage and uses a web browser such as internet explorer or firefox to run the application where as gimp is a free and open source photoshop alternative that you download to your local computer. I recommend both highly. Hope this helps!

3 years ago
missbrittsperfectfit says:

My web guy put me on to Gimp and it's been great, very easy to do basic things and free, gotta love that!

3 years ago
dancingbones says:

A quick note about fonts - dafont.com does host lots of awesome free fonts for download, but please be sure to read any text files that are there when you unzip them, as many of the free fonts specify copyright notices as "for personal use only" and would like a donation or payment when used for anything commercial. A shop banner does qualify as a commercial use.

3 years ago
luvit1 says:

Thank you....The dimensions were just what I was looking for. Saves a lot of time on back and forth.

3 years ago
oliviarevel says:

thanks...grazie mille

3 years ago
kornkribprimitives says:

Thank you for all the helpful information. God bless you for sharing.

3 years ago
TheKreativeKanvas says:

This is extremely helpful. Thank you so much!

3 years ago
nomadneedles says:

This is helpful but I've gotten stuck. I'm using Picasa - does anyone know how to add text over an image in this program? I see how to add a caption, but I'm wanting to the text on the banner as demonstrated here. Thanks so much for any advice!

3 years ago
oliverhandmade says:

Hi! I am brand new to this. I am using Picnik to create my banner. No matter what I do to adjust the pixels, my picture gets all stretched out. What am I doing wrong?

3 years ago
aubreypackham says:

I'm having a problem. I'm pretty familiar with photoshop and did everything you said to do. My image is 760 x 100 pixels and the resolution is at 300 dpi. I then save my image as a .jpg file and I save it in my etsy account. Then, in the preview and on my site page, my image looks grainy. I don't know why, because the jpg image doesn't look grainy on my computer. Do I need to change from RGB to CMYK? I'm just not sure what I'm doing wrong.

3 years ago
leagoldberg says:

hi!total dunce at this but here goes-regarding the answer as to how to transfer your banner from file to etsy-i did all the things suggested above-but there is no 'shop set up'to click on the screen-i did follow the path toois it becaus i havent put my cc details in yet(still waiting for the bank to pull their finger out!)so as such,i am not able to truly open my shop-even tho i have done a bio...can you help please?

3 years ago
FPDesigns says:

My banner disappeared, I don't know why. I put into in for another one (hard to find the free ones) and that never came up either. I know the banner was up there for a while and now it's gone. What am I doing wrong? Could you please help me?

3 years ago
amberellis says:

Hi, I'm really new. I need help to set up. please

3 years ago
HandyCandy says:

i don't have photoshop

3 years ago
portoj says:

I'm pretty sure you can download photoshop elements for free

3 years ago
LCGifts says:

Will try banner after I process all this. Sounds and looks interesting. All seems helpful. More later. Thanks.

3 years ago
KookooDoll123 says:

thank you very much for your help!

3 years ago
NicoleHarrison says:

I'm going to give this a try thank you so much!! :)

3 years ago
TaviesDreams says:

Great instructions! I'm still wet behind the ears, as my grandmother would say, but a really great place that is free to make banners is called cooltext.com It's also a great resource for free fonts.

3 years ago
mindsofwhaley says:

a really good place to find free images is http://www.sxc.hu/ it is all stock photos.

3 years ago
mtntop says:

I hope I can find my way around in the "shop" and once I find out how to find edit...I think I would like to use my Gimp program for a logo...Anyone have a light? Thanks!

3 years ago
becksu says:

Thanks I hope I can figure this out now. It took me a little while to finally find these instructions. Everyting is still so new to me

3 years ago
wallpaper says:

AHHH! I can't figure why my banner comes up entirely black every time. I followed the cute tutorial I have a JPEG file it is the correct size what could I possibly be doing wrong? Anyone?

3 years ago
ZandriaLand says:

I don't have photoshop or anything fancy, but this at least gave me a general idea of how to make a banner of the right size--so thanks. I couldn't find a way to put any text on it though... Oh well.

3 years ago
BunnyInDisguise says:

I used the bannerator to make my banner, so it's definitely the right size etc., but I can't upload it. When I created it, I saved it as a jpeg (supposedly), but when I try to open it - it says it's a php file. How do I make it be a jpeg??

3 years ago
harandaa says:

Brilliant guide - bless you, you're a treasure.

3 years ago
harandaa says:

I have just realised that my comment appears to reply to Bunnyindisguise, but it was really only intended to express my warm feelings for the original how-to guide. Sorry!

3 years ago
KittyKatoure says:

thank you!

3 years ago
2smooches says:

I did it!!!! yippee! Thank you!!!

3 years ago
rabbithorns says:

i am so confused. once you drag a picture off the web, it's a jpeg. how do you put it into Photoshop to work on?

3 years ago
nori2222 says:

I'm looking forward to working with a group of creative people.

3 years ago
designbyluecella says:

YES!!(fist closed, elbow bent, quick movement to hips)

3 years ago
Mmeandering says:

This tutorial helped me so much. I was having so much trouble getting the size right and everything! thanks so much.

3 years ago
RokGear says:

Nice how-to. thought I would mention for those who might not have access to a photoshop type program there are several great free banner builders on google.com

3 years ago
RokGear says:

sorry for the double post. dont know why it di that = )

3 years ago
bobbichukran says:

Thanks! I've been trying to make a banner forever, and after reading your tutorial, was able to make a simple new one in about five minutes. Woohoo! bobbi c.

3 years ago
laughinggoat says:

Thanks, I need all the help that I can get

3 years ago
marisolmarysol says:

You made this such an easy process....i wld have never figured it out had it not been for your tutorial!.THanks :)

3 years ago
beadazzleher says:

You're a godsend!

3 years ago
treasuresinanattic says:

Thanks!

3 years ago
buellpottery says:

Thanks so much for sharing!

3 years ago
fahrenheitglass says:

If I can follow your directions anyone can!!!

3 years ago
DoraArtDesignStudio says:

This was not as easy as it seemed. Took the better part of my day. The banner(background) loaded easy but the type never showed up! Couldn't get type to be the color black! Ugh! So I have a banner with no type on it. I will try again another day, yikes!

3 years ago
factoryjunkie says:

wow! thank you for sharing! :O)

3 years ago
MoodyBohemian says:

Help Mac users! What did you end up doing to create a banner? I am not computer savvy, and don't wish to spend big amounts of time and money on a simple banner....what can we do? Any help MUCH appreciated!

3 years ago
sungazer says:

If you have Photoshop, here's how I did it (very easy!) (1) Make sure that Options and Tools are checked (under Windows in the menu bar). (2) Select the Crop tool from the Tool palette. It's the button that looks like two overlapping t-squares. (3) In the Options bar (should be at the top) type 760 px for width, and 100 px for height. (4) Now, when you click and drag to create the crop box in the image, it will be limited to that ratio. (5) So, click and drag. If you want to move the crop box, you can use the arrow keys. (6) Select Crop under Image in the menu bar. Okay, so that's cropping. Now on to adding text. (a) Select the Text tool from the Tool palette. (It's the button that looks like the letter T.) (b) In the Options bar, you can choose font, font size, and even color! (A cool thing to do is to use the eyedropper tool to pick a color directly from the picture. Choose the button that looks like an eyedropper from the Tools palette, select the part of the picture you want to color, and click!) (c) Place your cursor more or less where you'd like the text to go on the banner, and click. (d) Type your text. If you want to change the font, color, size, etc., highlight it now and use the Options bar to make the changes. When you're happy, move on to the next step. (e) If you want to move your text around so it looks better, choose the Move Tool from the Tools palette (it looks like an arrow with a cross next to it). Click on your text and drag it around! (f) Now, you need to make the text part of the main image. Go to the menu bar and choose Merge Layers from the Layers menu. NOTE: Do not do this until you're sure you're not going to want to change the lettering! (What Merge does is take all the bits - the picture, the text - and mash them up into one image. If you want to edit the parts separately, you have to do it before Merging.) (g) Save!

3 years ago
MoodyBohemian says:

thanks, Sungazer, I downloaded the free trial for PhotoShop and will give it a shot!

3 years ago
MoodyBohemian says:

I guess Adobe PhotoShop Lightroom 2 (the free trial) is quite different, I can't seem to locate the version used in this blog.....hmmm...

3 years ago
sungazer says:

My version's Adobe Photoshop CS 8.0, if that helps anyone. (It's rather old.)

3 years ago
kathyhancock says:

Trouble getting .jpg banner to upload onto Etsy site - not sure what I'm doing wrong or how to proceed. Created banner in MS Photoshop on my desktop computer and save first as .png file which also didn't upload; then saved as jpg file...still no luck. Can anyone tell me what I'm doing wrong? Thanks. Kathy

3 years ago
bonjourpierre says:

This seems really helpful. I still don't have a real banner yet because I don't know how to do them. I'm going to give this a shot.

3 years ago
sarasmith317 says:

Thanks so much - these directions were great and I now have a custom banner! I couldn't have figured this out w/o your directions! :-)

3 years ago
TopazosDesigns says:

Okay, so the banner is made per instructions listed in the tutorial. Thanks for the clarity. It was a breeze for this non-computer saavy girl to follow. But the 'Shop Set Up'? Where on earth is that button? I've tried both >Your Etsy buttons on the top menu bars. Then

3 years ago
GergaudJewelry says:

Thank you! I love the font site and your instructions helped a lot.

3 years ago
laurabrownart says:

thank you thank you thank you! the step by step instructions were so helpful!

3 years ago
gypsycab says:

thanks! i'll try to make a banner now... i mean i WILL make a banner now!

3 years ago
TheVintageGypsies says:

Reading all your suggestions makes me feel like yes! I think I can...I think I can, I think I can...and then I remember oh yeah, I don't have photoshop...oh well let's try for photoshop elements and see what happens if not darn it....let's try with gimp!

3 years ago
lala412 says:

I'm wishing I had used my website name as my etsy user name. Sigh. Would have looked better on my banner. But, at least I will have a cool looking banner thanks to this guide! :-)

3 years ago
artbyamylee says:

I made my banner at bannersketch.com. It was free and I'm really happy with it. Lots of good options out there.

3 years ago
kariusdeparius says:

takk, Takk, TAKK!!! 1000 TAKK! Love from Normandy, France.

3 years ago
expressionsbytrudy says:

thanks very much,,,,i can do this....

3 years ago
cloverlaneuk says:

Hi everyone. New to this and bowled over by the huge community I seem to have found here. Anyhow, I'm in the process of setting up my shop and need to know what is the best version of Photoshop to use for creating a banner under these instructions (free download if possible please). Many thanks.

3 years ago
cloverlaneuk says:

Hello again. I've used a prior contributor's suggestion and gone to bannersketch.com. Free and fab and EASY way to make your own customised banner. A bit of trial and error 'cos I'm a total novice but got there in the end and it's made me very happy to have achieved something new! If I can do it, anyone can.

3 years ago
OneSweetLove says:

Thank you very much for the tips! It was very useful, I will get working on my Banner tonight once the little one goes to bed.

3 years ago
gypsystoneware says:

cannot find "appearance" OR "shop setup" HELP

3 years ago
styleagency says:

On a MAC with Photoshop CS2, same things are there in older versions just in different locations. Banner size, 760x100=pixels/inches=10.556x1.389. If you have an image and want to select a portion of it for the banner, click the rectangle marquee tool (top left on tool box), choose-style (drop down menu), 'fixed size', enter width-760, height 100. The marquee will be that exact size, move the marquee where you want it. If you want to get rid of anything outside the selected area do an 'inverse', under Select, make a mistake, 'command Z'. Just for creating a beautiful image (and not fuzzy) in the beginning, begin your image creation at 300dpi, then when you save it for uploading to ETSY change it to 72dpi for a smaller size. At 300dpi your image will be huge but will look beautiful when you drop down the dpi size. Everything is 72dpi online. I'm beginning to create mine over the next few days.

3 years ago
LazyBeadRanch says:

I am so happy! It was so easy following the "How-To" that made opening my store a breeze. Thanks for everything!

3 years ago
watersedgejewelry says:

You rock! Thanks so much!!!

3 years ago
lucajenn says:

wow i thought that would be way harder, thanks!

3 years ago
feathersinthewind says:

Great tip's!!Truely a blessing to find the answer. Now I can get my shop looking great. Thank you so very much. Time to play on it.

3 years ago
2for1 says:

receiving instructions on setting up shop and creating a banner seems inconsistent, some people can do it, and some are lost. I may be writing this to someone in outerspace!!!. All I want is to sell my "soon to be world famous sunvisers" , so here goes.

3 years ago
kris57 says:

I made my banner in photoshop. Can some one check it out????? Oh I am so excited! I took a picture of a sari from my website and then cropped it. I added text in white and used the font I wanted. I moved it with the moving tool. I then resized it to 760 x 100 pixels and uploaded it. Experts please look at it nd let me know if I should change something. I wanted my logo in there but the sari I used is Purple and my logo is purple as you see by name so could not do that. besides I did not know how to insert the logo in the picture. Anyway, I am happy with my achievement so far.

3 years ago
kris57 says:

BTW what is AVATAR?

3 years ago
happyhound says:

Thanks so much. With your easy instructions, I was able to make a banner in minutes!

3 years ago
SarahBeeCreations says:

It was step 6 I was missing. Phew! Finally have a banner now. Almost ready to officially launch and SO excited!

3 years ago
TishsStitches says:

Can anyone help me??? I am working on my banner using GIMP. I am trying to do something that has not be discussed anywhere and this software is all new to me. If you are willing to help, please email me directly tishsstitches@myactv.net. Thanks!!!

3 years ago
mosie26 says:

So super helpful...thank you so much!

3 years ago
Juzii says:

I am ready to make a banner now. Thank you so much.

3 years ago
yokotempie says:

Not very helpful to those of us who have Macs. Anyone have any suggestions for us?

3 years ago
Meltingartist says:

Hey .... I have a question.. Both my Banner and Profile picture were very bright and colourful, but when I uploaded them they were very... Black and pretty much negative of what they were meant to be. Do you know what i am doing wrong..

3 years ago
artworksbycathyj says:

My banner looks great. I love it. But I can't up load it. I believe that is must have something to do with rasterize. As soon as I add the text it changes from jpg to jpd? I use adobe photoshop elements but don't seem to have a rasterize button. Any suggestions?? thanks cathy

3 years ago
applefacecreations says:

Thank you sooooo much, being new in this world is so hard, I needed something like this! I already made a banner although i'll make a better one!

3 years ago
pearlavenuestudios says:

This was the best info, from top to bottom, Maybe I can make something of myself NOW!!!! Greatly appreciated. Thanks.

3 years ago
designsbyJess says:

Ijust started this whole process.Thanks for the info.I hope i can decipher all the steps.I'm really new to this ciber world.I hope everyone will see my shop sometime soon. Thanks,Jess

3 years ago
cathartic says:

thank you so much!! This will make my banner making so much easier and fun!

3 years ago
TheSugaredHorse says:

How do I unzip a file?

3 years ago
Admin

Vanessa says:

thesugaredhorse, if you double click, your computer should open it. some computers need an application call stuffit expander or BOMArchiveHelper (for Mac).

3 years ago
TheSugaredHorse says:

Vanessa...thank you so much!

3 years ago
EvelynMalik says:

Thank you!

3 years ago
Vonni28 says:

Thank you so much for the info,it is very helpful,i can't wait to get started.

3 years ago
mosie26 says:

I am a rookie with photoshop...and I made my own banner! My boyfriend tried to step in and take over my project...and I had to stop him and say "no, I can do this by myself!" Horray! Thanks for the step-by-step directions on how to do this!

3 years ago
RosesDesigns says:

Thanks.. going to give it a shot for something different. www.rosesdesigns.etsy.com "Exquisite Affordable Jewelry

3 years ago
koodelah says:

with the help of this article and the Youtube videos sent out by Etsy......I was able to create my very own banner. At 8 am today I had no idea how Photoshop worked....now I have a banner I am stoked about. I feel like my world has changed!

3 years ago
annakay83 says:

Thanks for the helpful info. I'm looking forward to getting started..

3 years ago
BayouBunnies says:

I was all excited about setting up shop, making a banner, getting my craft out there and then, not being computer savvy, you lost me under "Tip Alert! Download a fancy font!" when you said "unzip it". It sounded kinda funny so I laughed but I still don't know what it means. If I can't unzip a font, how can I make a banner? Someone please help.

3 years ago
tommiguard says:

Wow! I just made my first banner. Sooo fun!

3 years ago
dianeschuller says:

this didn't work for me at all. I have Photoshop Elements 4. When I try to change the image size it doesn't allow me to change the pixel size -- it only allows me to change it to inches, cm, points, picas, columns. I tried using points (760) but I end up with a tiny little portion of my cropped photo. Is there a place to go to find out how to do it using PSE4? Thanks.

3 years ago
MonstrousIndustry says:

thanks so much! i'm setting up shop and this was very helpful, even using gimp.

3 years ago
kfritzphotography says:

Thank you SO much! I had no idea how to do this and struggled figuring it out until I found this tutorial! :)

3 years ago
EggsRUs says:

WOW!! Thanks so much esp for the tips about where to download the fonts for free. Wish u the best!

3 years ago
LunarMansion says:

Thank you so very much! I love learning new skills like this...and the more tech savvy folks in my life always love it when I can solve my own problems! Thanks for sharing your wealth!

3 years ago
AlyshaCoy says:

you are glorious, thanks!

3 years ago
mambojambo says:

Thankyou soooo much for taking the time to put this information here. I had no idea how this was done. Now, I can follow your step by step instructions here and try making my own. thanks again, Maria

3 years ago
jewelrybylevi says:

I did a logo in photoshop. I did a save as and then typed .jpg to save as jpeg for those who are having trouble with free trial saving as a format other than photoshop. Also, I had a fuzzy logo but no more free photoshop. Go to Accessories...Paint. You can resize there. First move your logo up to the top left using the tool. Then go to Attributes...then resize to the 760/100 pixels. You may need to adjust your image within the box. It worked!

3 years ago
rhubarbcrumble says:

Oh, thank you so much for this! You demystified the scary process of banner-making in a very clear and easy way. Brilliant!

3 years ago
ellieart says:

This did nothing for me.

3 years ago
katurahdesigns says:

Great details! Thanks for your help :)

3 years ago
brilliantblossomz says:

Thanks I needed the dimensions.

3 years ago
NuNu says:

what other software can be used? and any step by step instructions for those? i'm so excited to get started! thanks for taking the time to create this helpful tutorial.

3 years ago
blackdachshundpotter says:

yes, any other software?

3 years ago
ShadowoftheCross says:

I have Picassa, and a photo that I want to use for my background. I can't get Picassa to adjust my pixels to the size I want. Any help? Is Gimp better? I'm getting weary from chasing after downloads.

3 years ago
beautifulliving says:

Thanks, very informative and I can't wait to try it myself!

3 years ago
CarolynPaints4U says:

I'm new and just asked for help via e-mail to etsy support about adding a banner. thought it would be easy with free offer within etsy but couldn't seem to get it uploaded. i want to buy a more colorful one in the future and again how to up load and save????????? Mickey

3 years ago
jnjdesigns says:

Wow!! Just what I was looking for!! I will have a new banner tomorrow!! :) Thanks!!!!

3 years ago
margotk says:

I 'm using gimp but can't figured out how to convert to a jpeg? Help!

3 years ago
WildDesignStudio says:

New and floundering! Made a temporary avatar OK on my iMac, but the cropping tool in iPhoto gives sizes in inches, not pixels.- There's a Custom choice, what numbers should be put in the boxes? IMac help please ??!!!

3 years ago
WildDesignStudio says:

that is, I'm trying to make a banner. Picasa is the same- I can't see where to type the 100 x 760 pixels Etsy requires.

3 years ago
joliejola says:

yeehaa...i did it thanks to some good coaching from pixel cafe!!

3 years ago
Holidaydogtoys says:

If you don't have/cannot afford Photoshop, take a look at GIMP. Free download and it should have everything you need to make a banner.

3 years ago
Cindimh says:

thank you SO much! you made this easy and fun. (i've discovered i love making banners now!) :) i even learned a few more things in PS. you're a star. thank you!

3 years ago
JewleryDesignbyFaith says:

Great article and VEY helpful!! Thank you, thank you:o)

3 years ago
petdesigns says:

i dont have photo shop so thi is all greek to me

3 years ago
sultanajewelry says:

This is so helpful--thank you! Ronda www.sultanajewelry.com

3 years ago
lazydayzlucy says:

My banner turned out great...not uploaded yet but you'll see!

3 years ago
SewSharonSew says:

This really helped ! Thanks

3 years ago
Katydidjewelry says:

my husband does corelDraw / photoshop to do the avatar, but thanks for the info!

3 years ago
MarjorieDade says:

OK. I must have an old Photoshop program or something....what is Rasterizing? Why do I want to do that? Your instructions sound easy, but I must be more computer-challenged than I thought. There are big gaps in my understanding. I will try again. But this is VERY time consuming when you are clueless! Oi! If you can add a few explanations to help clear up the fog, that would be SOOOO appreciated! (I think I need about 10 more steps -somewhere in the middle!!)

3 years ago
stonesthrowstudio says:

I've had my banner made for 3 days...jpeg 760x100 pixels and tried numerous times to upload with no success.Is there any help out there?

3 years ago
KristinsSilverStrand says:

I can get lost in photoshop and not find my way out or the way back to where I started. It's a very advanced program and I only want to know the basics without getting bogged down in all the features it offers. It helps having two friends who use it regularly and well. Your information is clear and could help me focus on what I need to know for myself. Thanks!

3 years ago
kellyzkreationz says:

I'll have to give this a try.

3 years ago
shopgoodgrace says:

AWEsome!!! Thanks *SO* MUCH for sharing this!! :)

3 years ago
chinaduck says:

tHIS IS GREAT ADVICE BUT I DON'T HAVE PHOTO SHOP. HOW CAN I ADJUST THE FONT AND ADD MY OWN PICTURE USING MICROSOFT

3 years ago
CoodasCorner says:

Thanks for this tute. I dont have Photoshop either so I use Paint.net for my graphics. They say its almost the same as Photoshop just missing a few elements. I have used it for other things and its turning out great. getpaint.net is where you can get a free download for it. When you start to make a new project in there, it will ask for the dimensions.

3 years ago
Googaboo says:

Thank you so much for sharing this. I absolutely loved it!

3 years ago
autumntakesme says:

thank you this is soo helpful!

3 years ago
MissionGlass says:

Trying to make my banner and avatar with picasa, but can't seem to change the pixels to the size needed for a banner or anything. Oh yes, I have a Mac. Help, help, I am baffled!, and I thought I was somewhat tech conscious.

3 years ago
handittou says:

Great Tutorial - thanks! My banner won't save to the policy page or the bio pages though-only the shop announcement page. Any help you can offer would be very appreciated! Thanks!

3 years ago
petalmetal says:

very helpful thanks!

3 years ago
lavid says:

i didn't read through all of the comments, but i noticed many that have the same problem i do, no photoshop. is there any way to get this same kind of tutorial for us using picasa?

3 years ago
JennyDarling says:

Thank you! I had a banner but couldn't figure out the dimensions and whatnot. Thanks.

3 years ago
baggaroos says:

This was a great tutorial. Made my banner in a few minutes. Pretty easy to do. Thanks so much for sharing this!

3 years ago
Faithandsons says:

I'm so new to all this. I'm feeling hopeful and very excited to get started!

3 years ago
maximiliana says:

i just added my banner thanks to your step by step explanation, GRACIAS FROM THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC.

3 years ago
zunebest says:

"Can some one check it out????? Oh I am so excited! I took a picture of a sari from my website and then cropped it. I added text in white and used the font I wanted. I moved it with the moving tool" http://www.zuneconverter.net

3 years ago
paperpansy says:

I have Photoshop 3.2 and I am not finding any tool bar on the left. The only way I see to add text is in a caption. Do I need to have a newer version? I also have Picasso but I am not very familiar with it. I haven't found anywhere to add text to a photo and the help section is not very helpful.

3 years ago
zunebest says:

"The marquee will be that exact size, move the marquee where you want it. http://www.vcao.net If you want to get rid of anything outside the selected area do an 'inverse', under Select, make a mistake, 'command Z'. Just for creating a beautiful image (and not fuzzy) in the beginning, begin your image creation at 300dpi, then when you save it for uploading to ETSY change it to 72dpi for a smaller size"

3 years ago
kftld says:

Thanks, worked greata!!

3 years ago
LILIBOWS says:

hI i'M HAVING THOUBLE IN CROPING AND ADJUSTING MY BANNER TO YOUR REQUIRED 760 X 100 PIXELS. WHEN I DO THIS IT CUTS THE IMAGE, I TRIED ZOOMING IN AND OUT THE PICTURE AND DID'T WORK, PLEASE ADVICE

3 years ago
izziwizzi says:

i have picassa and have just downloaded gimp. i tried following the instruction on both but get stuck straight away ttrying to do the sizing please help is it possible to make a banner for your online store using picassa or gimp?

3 years ago
CheersForTeamSpirit says:

Wonderful directions! Thanks for the information.

3 years ago
VABchGrl says:

This made making the banner so much easier! Thanks for taking the time to write these directions.

3 years ago
DebstarDesigns says:

Just wondering why, when I try to upload my Banner, all I end up with is a blank box? My image is a jpeg, at 760x100 pixels. I have tried over and again, but without luck. Ive noticed through the forum that Im not the only one with this problem Can someone help ou?

3 years ago
BoutiqueDeBandeaux says:

I don't think I would've been able to figure it out on my own. Thanks so much for this tutorial!

3 years ago
Snugged says:

Thanks for the help! Made mine in paint, took a bit of fiddling but worth the effort!

2 years ago
Luvetsy77 says:

You Rock! Thank you so much for sharing :)

2 years ago
lazydoll says:

thank you for this useful information.

2 years ago
littlebitsandpieces says:

Thanks so much for this - just did my banner and it looks great.

2 years ago
ChezColette says:

Today is my first day with Etsy and I'm still trying to set up my store. I don't have Photoshop and spent some time creating my "banner" that I assumed I could scan into the computer and then upload to the Etsy site. Well surprise, surprise..... Is there any way to make this work??

2 years ago
AnnaBellasShop says:

I got very frustrated trying various programs and Bannerator (which didn't work). I finally tried Microsoft's Digital Image Starter Edition, which came on my computer but I had never used before. It worked great, pretty much like the Photoshop description above.

2 years ago
kathcojewellery says:

Hi, I just joined Etsy and I'm in the process of setting up my store(.Well sort of )Has anyone set up banners etc.. using a mac and the I life programs? As I don't have photo shop & this is all so new to me. :) Kat

2 years ago
artoncloth says:

Hi Every one I just uploaded my banner. I did this real quick usiong an on line photo editing progran called Picnik, I love it. it has grezt little photo editing add ons and Fonts to make a quick Banner while I make one in photoshop.

2 years ago
CarolinePinesDesigns says:

Thank you So much!!

2 years ago
TodoCecilia says:

Hi Danielle I know it sounds ancient but I don't have photoshop :( What's my best option of creating a banner without it?

2 years ago
laurabordelon says:

I did everything you said, but when i upload my file it shows up black. How can I fix this?

2 years ago
charmecanaldesigns says:

I tried to download my own banner and it went black,. I hit remove, now I have no Banner. What do I do now? I have a Mac. I do not have photo shop . I use iphoto 2007. Where are the Etsy Admin people?

2 years ago
betoncat says:

Great tips! Thanks

2 years ago
celiasplace says:

Keep meaning to thank you for this article. They were clear, concise, and easy to follow!

2 years ago
FlashyFashions says:

Ahhh...banners are so fun! If you have Digital Image Pro, it works great, also!

2 years ago
decadanceminis says:

THank you so much for that!! That was really helpful :)

2 years ago
SilverandEarth says:

Hi. I'm trying to create a banner. I have PowerPoint, Corel Draw as software. I also have some software that came with an HP scanner. I do not have Photoshop. Does anyone know if I can create a banner with any of the programs listed above? thanks !!

2 years ago
BitOknitting says:

Hope this helps a not to computer savy person,,but i'll try. thanks

2 years ago
JoanOfArtCreations says:

Thank you for the helpful guidelines. I can't decide what I want to make for my banner!

2 years ago
jajewel says:

Well I hope I can come up with something original and catchy and fitting to my creations - this is all so new and hi-tech and all. My "regular" job is at a computer Help Desk for my company but I am by no means a "geek"!! Thanks!

2 years ago
mgranade says:

Thanks for the tips!

2 years ago
KereonLovely says:

Wow. very informative

2 years ago
StoneHillVintage says:

How does one do this on an older mac without photoshop?

2 years ago
WellDoneAccessorize says:

thank you!! this article is very useful!

2 years ago
sureynot says:

Sweeet! Thank you for the great tutorial!

2 years ago
msnannyj says:

I am trying to add a banner and am having a lot of trouble. I need help please. I also want to put my doxies picture on. jnanjoy@yahoo.com

2 years ago
riveredgedesigns says:

Your instructions were great, however I now have white bands on the top and bottom of my banner. How do I get rid of them. Thanks

2 years ago
MimisCrochetDen says:

Hi, I'm new here and just downloaded Gimp for a banner. I used the 760 x 100 dimensions, and was able to produce it, but the dolls look stretched. What am I doing wrong? Does the original picture have to be a certain size to begin with? Thanks

2 years ago
JeanJ says:

Can and Etsy Banner be changed? I had a Banner in place, the changed my design. I deleted the existing Banner just fine, I downloaded the new banner, but it won't let me upload it. Any suggestions?

2 years ago
idari says:

Thank you, thank you, thank you!

2 years ago
suzonbaron says:

Thank you!! tank you!! I'm very happy with my banner..

2 years ago
joahbrown says:

i don't have adobe photo shop. how do you put the text on the banner? any help would be great

2 years ago
BeauSophie says:

Joah- you can use all kinds of image editing software to do that. You don't need anything fancy. If you go to www.cnet.com, search for a program called irfanview. It's a free program. Load your picture in there, draw a box on it with your cursor where you want your text to be, go to the edit tab and then down to insert text. :)

2 years ago
esd2snap says:

changed my banner today! thanks for the tips... I plan on updating it monthly if not more!

2 years ago
Lucci1020 says:

Does anyone know how to make a banner for etsy using Word? I am a Mac user and have not been able to create one in Powerpoint or Excel. Thanks Kindly!

2 years ago
imaginationnation says:

Word is pretty much worthless for making banners or really anything that looks nice, haha. You can download a free trial version of Photoshop at adobe.com for free. I think it lasts for either 30 or 60 days.

2 years ago
LavanderDreams says:

forget adobe photoshop and go on Picnik. its easier!!

2 years ago
SASCrafts says:

Thanks!

2 years ago
0juracoquet says:

you explained everything so good. just need the photoshop now:P thanks anyway for really simple ''how to''

2 years ago
sagepsycho says:

well i don;t have photoshop, and it's completely out of the question for me to buy it right now (i can't even afford a housephone, don't judge), so would it be at all possible to get someone on here to maybe make one of these for me? i just opened my shop and i don't think im going to sell very well without at least a banner.

2 years ago
ByLauraEllen says:

Sad but true, i don't understand how to unzip the file... HELP!

2 years ago
LGerardStudio says:

So I've got Adobe Photoshop Album Starter Edition 3.2 This seems like a really basic photo album and I don't know how to do much of anything with it. Do I need to upgrade?

2 years ago
JuliasMyJewels says:

I hope you enjoy my items as much as I enjoy creating them. I praise God for the ability to do this. Please let me know if there is a specific color arrangement you would like. Thank You so much for visiting my shop. Please share it with other.

2 years ago
gloriastebbins says:

Thank you. As you can see I need help!

2 years ago
designerpens says:

those are good instructions but the version of photoshop I found is 1k to register. *I* sure don't have a thousand dolllars

2 years ago
BooksnButtonsGalore says:

Thanks for the tips! I took a picture of a piece of ribbon and a button on top of a sheer curtain. I used Paint Shop Pro to add the text. I'm happy with the result. I've used Paint Shop Pro for years to edit photos. I'm impressed with all the great banners on Etsy - but where else but Etsy can you find such creativity? I'm happy to be a new member. Marie

2 years ago
CelebrateDiversity says:

Thanx so much for the truly helpful info!I am excitedly on my way to create my banner :)

2 years ago
Maxinemn1629 says:

I've been have a lot of trouble - I don't have Photo Shop or anything like it. Still struggling and getting weary!!

2 years ago
LondonParticulars says:

Great tutorial, THANKS!

2 years ago
DemarayDesigns says:

Are the cropping and other tools only on flickr? If I don't have a photo there, how do I crop? Do I have to have something like photoshop? Thanks. I'm obviously new to this.

2 years ago
SensoryFelteds says:

it's amazing how I spent three hours working on my Mac making a banner from a wonderful forum on this...then, wouldn't you know it, everything was done right as far as I know, I go into appearances and click on my banner and blank. I give up....I have wasted so much time today - I should have been making things or just bought one from one of you experienced sellers/

2 years ago
BlueRibbonJewelry says:

Hi, great instructions for a banner but I am stuck at installing the cool font I found. It's on my desktop but it won't install for some reason. Can anyone out there help me? Once I click on 'fonts' I click on install font and it tells me there are none found. Thanks!

2 years ago
BlueRibbonJewelry says:

Hi, great instructions for making my banner. I downloaded a very cool font and put it on my desktop but I am stuck and hope someone out there can help me out. I click on fonts from my computer but when I click on install fonts it tells me there are no fonts to add. Thanks.

2 years ago
Fabfemme says:

Thank you for the banner help! I can't wait to get home and play around and make one for my shop!

2 years ago
botanicalart says:

Hi BlueRibbonJewelry, Just add the cool font to the Fonts directory found by double clicking on Control Panel>Fonts. It should then show up in the font list. Hope this helps. I created my own banner and uploaded it, thanks to the banner instructions here. Really helpful, thanks. Check out my banner at botanicalart.etsy.com Have to now start working on my avatar.

2 years ago
patdeverre says:

For the french frog who I am, It seems to be easy with your explanations. I have to try now. Thanks

2 years ago
patdeverre says:

For the french frog who I am, It seems to be easy with your explanations. I have to try now. Thanks

2 years ago
BlueRibbonJewelry says:

Thanks botanicalart, I'll try it. I checked out your banner and it is really nice.

2 years ago
thethreelittlebirds says:

This worked so WELL for me! Thank you!!

2 years ago
GoldieJL says:

Thank you for telling me how to do this!

2 years ago
brendabays says:

Love the tutorial. I'll give it a shot

2 years ago
brendabays says:

Love the tutorial. I'll give it a shot

2 years ago
Roniculous says:

when I select the "T" and click on my banner to type my title, I get a tiny green box and nothing else. Under my Layers menu it shows as a title but it's not showing in my banner. I'm frustrated! Can some one help me?

2 years ago
Palaver says:

Thank you. Am still in the process of setting up shop and the banner issue has been bugging me! Finally I have one thanks to your clear advice. I used Paintshop Pro 8 and after a bit of playing around I have something I am pleased with...for now. No doubt I will tweak around with it now I know how!

2 years ago
lavendarblue says:

For my banner and photos too i use Microsoft digital image maker, it came with my computer and is not that good but what I have. I am fine with the banner but looking around for another avatar. pat deverre i love your shop name!

2 years ago
HancoxHomestead says:

Thank you for the instructions I finally have a banner!

2 years ago
SzetoBaby says:

I keep thinking about redoing my banner! Thanks for the tips!

2 years ago
BerryPrim says:

isn't photoshop expensive?? hubby said it is a $600 program! I cannot afford photoshop. :( any other ideas? I've tried paint and after hours of fiddling with it I'm about to call it quits on the banner thing! If there is another type of photoshop y'all speak of (that is free!) please let me know! Thank you for posting your help and ideas! -Sherri

2 years ago
BeesAndThunder says:

Thank you for the easy to follow instructions!

2 years ago
SelfishKitty says:

@BerryPrim look into The Gimp. (gimp.org) it is a free alternative to photoshop.

2 years ago
beesrcool says:

You're the bomb! Thanks for sharing!

2 years ago
andreahalfpint says:

Can you make these without photoshop?

2 years ago
theshadyartist says:

you can always use gimp if you would like its free and its just about as good as photoshop just google gimp

2 years ago
RavenandSwan says:

Hint: If you don't have Photoshop, don't waste money purchasing it. Try this free knock-off version: Paint.NET (you can find it at www.getpaint.net). Works great and worth every penny! ;)

2 years ago
NaturesViews says:

I have returned to these instructions time and time again. I even have it saved to my computer desktop. It is the clearest explanation I have ever found on how to create a banner. Thanks so much!!

2 years ago
ReTreadThreads says:

Great article, just what I needed to get me started, thanks a lot!

2 years ago
crrenslow says:

That was wonderful help. Thanks!!!

2 years ago
CollierLewisJewelry says:

This is so great!! I can't wait to design my new banner.... THANK YOU!

2 years ago
cathefner says:

I'm totally confused!!!

2 years ago
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2 years ago
KJLSDesigns says:

I have designed a couple banners using picnik.com and I think they all look good. It is free and easy to use. What I am trying to figure out is if I can use multiple banners and have them alternate on my page... Does anyone know if this is possible?

2 years ago
MadDesigns1989 says:

For those of you who have Mac computers or anyone who doesn't have photoshop, crated mine on Picnik.com in about 20 minutes. It's really easy to use and FREE! Also, it lets you put the pixel size in that you need so there is no converting to inches. I relaly liked it for this purpose

2 years ago
SimplerEmbroidery says:

Very helpful. I was able to get my new banner up in no time. Thanks!

2 years ago
NADINEmedinadesigns says:

I'm excited to spice up my existing banner! Thanks :-)

2 years ago
emilyrln says:

Thanks very much for the tutorial! (I made mine in Illustrator, then opened it in photoshop as a raster and resaved). Question: do you know how a file of proper 760x100 dimensions can go from looking all bright and crisp on your own desktop to looking darker and fuzzy once uploaded? I've tried re-uploading, jpeg and png variations, and nothing makes a difference! Any help you can offer would be greatly appreciated!

2 years ago
Cinnamonsweeties says:

Sounds good in theory but didn't work for me???

2 years ago
KathyFlemingDesigns says:

Thank you!!!!!! I was clueless just a half hour ago and now I have a professional looking banner. I couldn't have done it without your help.

2 years ago
TheSnowshoeLoft says:

Ahh I'm so happy you gave us the scoop! I'm going to play with mine tonight, thanks a kazillion!

2 years ago
Sibylline says:

I do not have a photoshop program and so I had to work on it a bit in my FullShot program to be able to make it look good, but I finally got it! and I like it.

2 years ago
AbigailPrints says:

Uploaded and nothing happened! Help! Will keep trying.

2 years ago
LeCharisCrafts says:

This is really helpful! I was trying something else, but was having problems with the stretchy look of my text. I believe i will finally have a banner! (smile)

2 years ago
topbanners says:

good tutorial... This will be a big help for people!

2 years ago
julssewcrazy says:

What program did you use? That is a good place to start. I don't have any photoshop.

2 years ago
panbeh says:

Thank you very helpful for me!! I need to have a nice banner for my shop

2 years ago
ellibelli says:

Very helpful, but why should you rasterize the text? Makes no difference when saved as a jpeg as far as I can see?

2 years ago
tikustitches says:

Thank you. I been a stucked at the banner for a while, now I can move on.

2 years ago
Vintage50sEyewear says:

very helpful. Thank you

2 years ago
Bohemianchicjewelery says:

Excellent and very informative infomation..well done!

2 years ago
joymaker says:

hi, i have printmaster how do i make a banner on this, i went thro some of the photos they have but none had anything to do with jewerley, any help

2 years ago
lynncobb says:

i just spent 20 min writing a comment about this posting and when i sent it, it didn't work, i got some sort of forbidden statement....their were no "curse" words in the comment..tho there could have been... the author assumes everyone has photo shop...i have i photo and can't make banners or load photos or resize them to fit etsy's requirements...such a total nightmare, NOT USER FRIENDLY

2 years ago
CastOffs says:

Thank you so much!Mine is extremely simple but it's there. I intend to artsy it up a bit shortly, but for right now, I spent about 15 minutes and I have a banner. Now I have to get the bio/info done. Then I can post some products.

2 years ago
JustScrapsNThings says:

Thanks so much. I don't have photoshop, but the instructions are still easy to follow. I've put a new one up, it still needs some work, but it is so much better than what I had!

2 years ago
julessabjewelry says:

Thank you so much for sharing. One other tip. You can also do this in the paint program typically installed on most PC's as a default. My avatar to the left was completely made using paint and it was pretty easy to day. I'm by no means a graphic artist, but I think it came out pretty well.

2 years ago
PearlShellJewelry says:

Thanks for the tips. I'm going to trrry and make up my own banner. No doubt I'll be contacting you again :-)

2 years ago
exclusivebysojo says:

thank you!!!! i need a banner ASAP so, thanks for your help! now i feel confident to make my own.

2 years ago
jmesjewelry says:

thanks! is there a way to put more than one photo into a banner? i've been a member of etsy for about 3 years now and just looked at the seller handbook..looking forward to fancifying my shop

2 years ago
pasin says:

Very helpful, thank you.

2 years ago
ChiffonShake says:

Thank you! After floundering around trying to create a banner by myself, this was exactly what I needed to get the job done.

2 years ago
creativebusybee says:

Very helpful simple Instructions

2 years ago
FancyThatCookies says:

wow, have to try out!

2 years ago
thetokicafe says:

i love how simple and easy to follow these instructions are. thanks so much for sharing :) it will make a huge difference to my shop!

2 years ago
talyagallery says:

Thank you for the information!

2 years ago
EarthJewelAdornments says:

Thanks! I'm gonna give it a shot! Wish me luck...

2 years ago
FeatherFantasy says:

I am new to Etsy. Thanks for the helpful information. I just followed your directions and created my banner!

2 years ago
bellaflorbows says:

check this website out!! http://www.bannerfans.com/banner_maker.php

2 years ago
AnneMonetByDesign says:

I can't tell you how much I really appreciated your "how-to" information on making a banner. The step-by-step info was easy to follow. Thank you so much. Annie

2 years ago
KamiStreet says:

Everything looks and sounds so easy, but following her first step to download fonts was taking so long that I ended canceling after 5 minutes...

2 years ago
ScrapbookingStuff says:

thank you

2 years ago
StellaRordan says:

Thanks!!!

2 years ago
moonsoceans says:

Well what will that mean

2 years ago
thirtykisses says:

wow! thank you so much! i will try this tomorrow

2 years ago
Juliery4u says:

My banner is just generic looking. I don't have Photoshop so will have to experiment. Hoping for better camera for better pictures.

2 years ago
RockChicJewellery says:

Awesome! I just did this & love the results! Great fun! Thanks a lot for this tutorial!

2 years ago
kajulee says:

Thank you so much for this tutorial. Your instructions were so easy!! I don't know why I kept putting it off :o)

2 years ago
EarthJewelAdornments says:

thanks! i got my new banner.. took me a little while (didnt realize i needed to save it as a jpeg) but it was totally worth it. great tutorial!

2 years ago
HouseofGryphon says:

Can't wait to try out these tips!

2 years ago
adorablysimple says:

Help! I have a mac. I can't upload anything to etsy.......banner, pics, avatar.......I have had to do it all on my daughter's computer. When I try to upload from iphoto or Gimp, I get an error message saying photo is too big, or not the right file type (even though I am saving things in jpeg and also tried png), or contains no data. At first I thought it was a Gimp problem, but even photo not changed in Gimp won't upload. They are not too big according to iphoto, so I have no idea what the problem is. Any ideas??

2 years ago
QessykDecor says:

This was so helpful! Thank you very much!

2 years ago
bananabamlyts says:

>:O theres no button for appearance now >:|

2 years ago
thirdcoastjewelry says:

Love it! I was considering paying someone to do it, but I just did my own in a few minutes. Thank you!

2 years ago
bordellochic says:

Thanks for the advice. I have a Mac and had to install a Photoshop trial for Mac (free for 30 days, perfect to do the job in the meantime). I didn't like to work with Gimp and the other free sites. After I made the banner I couldn't save it in one of the three formats - problem of the Mac, however if you save it in the .pnd format on your desktop then click once on the photo, go to file and choose open with, normally a number of other photo editing programmes you have in your computer pop up and you might be able to save it in jpg. gif or the other format. It worked for me! Good luck designing your banner!

2 years ago
LiliesWhite says:

Thanks for the help..hoping to get started real soon!

2 years ago
tinybeehive says:

super helpful, thank you!

2 years ago
TreasuresByMawMaw says:

Thank you for the super help!

2 years ago
CalliopeFinery says:

I have followed your directions completely and when I try to upload it to my etsy sight, I get a message saying "There were some errors with your submission. The banner uploaded did not contain data." Can you tell me what I am missing? Thanks!

1 year ago
ScarlettInk says:

CalliopeFinery, Me too! I created an avatar & a banner and they will not upload. I'm also receiving the "There were some errors with your submission" message. I used Adobe Image Ready. It's all I have... Can anyone help? Thanks in advance!

1 year ago
crazyblueexpressions says:

Awesome! Thank you!!

1 year ago
WhyNotArt says:

Thank you SO much. I find PowerPoint to be very overwhelming and didn't think I'd be able to do it but with your easy instructions and pictures, I did it!!! I LOVE my new banner. Thanks again.

1 year ago
sassoula says:

very helpful! thnx!

1 year ago
KleinCollection says:

I'm experiencing the same problem as CalliopeFinery and ScarlettInk...I love the banner I created, however, when I try to upload it I get the message "The banner uploaded did not contain data." I need help! Thanks!

1 year ago
SharonsSilkTreasures says:

Thank you thank you.....I downloaded free trial of photoshop and followed your excellent instructions. I didn't think I was uploading the banner because the box was empty...then it dawned on me....save the profile from the bottom of the page. One question. I want to change the text....any ideas how I edit?

1 year ago
TheStache says:

Thank you SO much! I wasn't sure how to go about creating my own banner and this was incredibly helpful. Thanks for taking the time to help :)

1 year ago
purpleslurpee says:

Sooo cool! Can't wait to make one!

1 year ago
BlueSeaPaintShop says:

ok. i threw in the towel on this banner thing a while ago! i've been using a generic etsy banner on my shop. just came back to go over these instructions again... so funny, all this difficulty! well, here i go, gonna try agian... thanks for tips

1 year ago
gottaspoilemgems says:

Thank you for posting this. I have been having a horrible time trying to figure out how to make a banner for my shop. Now I think I will be able to do it.

1 year ago
lulabugsbows says:

This was great! I used Microsoft Picture It, but the general directions were perfect! Thank you for posting this!

1 year ago
lcmollica says:

This was so helpful, thank you!

1 year ago
lishi216 says:

good,i like you

1 year ago
Aegean43 says:

I have the "Gimp" program instead of Photoshop. I'm told it's similar. Gonna give this a shot with Gimp... OH, and THANK YOU for this! :-)

1 year ago
heartideas says:

I don't get it. How do you get the photo/picture to the site where you can crop it? This is all new to me and I feel a little lost. Thanks!

1 year ago
sewingbymarylou says:

Thanks so much for the info om a banner, Im sure I can di it!

1 year ago
BeckLeeCottage says:

thanks really clear and concise instructions. love it

1 year ago
SillyStuffies says:

So awesome! Just created it and uploaded it. You rock!

1 year ago
YsmDesigns says:

Can someone help me with my banner? I removed my old banner, but when I tried uploading the new one, it doesn't show up. Now I don't have a banner. Help!!

1 year ago
MikesWifesVintage2r says:

Off to have a go, thank you so much for sharing such helpful and well explained advice! I love how Etsyians are just so supportive and nurturing - Keep up the fantastic work.

1 year ago
suzisnowflake531 says:

Thank you so much! I was able to make my own banner thanks to you.. :)

1 year ago
PinkHummerCreations says:

If you don't have Photoshop, you can do the same thing with Paint.net. This is a free, download from microsoft.

1 year ago
BaileysBruins says:

Thanks for this how to! I was just wondering how to do that...so now to go take pictures today and get one made up!

1 year ago
amazingbeadz says:

Thank you so much for the instructions. What goes wrong when I receive a return message indicating that the banner uploaded does not contain data?

1 year ago
NoellesCreations says:

Thanks for this information.

1 year ago
eBellaBoutique says:

I use a mac and do not have photoshop. I found a great website to create my free banner. www.bannerfans.com. Check it out!

1 year ago
wrappedNwarmth says:

Here is a website I have used before and its very easy. You can also save the banners you make. http://www.bannerfans.com/banner_maker.php Free site and easy. upload your own picture and you can center it on either side of the banner or in the middle.

1 year ago
brushmarx says:

Also looking forward to reading this blog!

1 year ago
feorge says:

great

1 year ago
DblRainbow says:

Thankyou I have to change mine now...your a gem!

1 year ago
HarpoBarks says:

Thank you !! I can't wait to get to my own lap top to make my banner !!

1 year ago
e5jewel says:

Thank you so much for sharing this information! Very easy to understand..what a blessing..thanks again! (now I need to try it!)

1 year ago
rosiedale says:

THX a lot! this info realy helped!

1 year ago
dedeloco says:

Hi Daniellexo :-) Thanks for the tips! Which font did you use (typewriter, but i think i didn't see a quite same one...). It's lovely. Many many thanks

1 year ago
fancynwa says:

Thanks! I will try it.

1 year ago
LittleMissCutey says:

Interesting stuff, hope i get it right! Thanx will let you know.

1 year ago
mjbecker96 says:

Thanks for the insight. Every little bit helps!

1 year ago
creationsbymiranda says:

Thanks for the help but I don't see the 'Apperance' button anywhere!

1 year ago
Anteeka says:

Thank you for this, i had no idea how to do this!

1 year ago
CellSliders says:

Hi, Thanks for the tip, I also love Photoshop great help!

1 year ago
FabShabbyRose says:

Great Idea! I'll have to give it a try! Thank you!

1 year ago
trixiesaysmiu says:

Great tips! Thanks!

1 year ago
Ch7tina7 says:

Very Helpful. Thanks!

1 year ago
Handmade4UVintage2 says:

What if you don't have photo shop

1 year ago
pescado42 says:

Great help !! thanks

1 year ago
houseofthreegraces says:

That was a great tutorial. Thanks for posting it!

1 year ago
crhansen78 says:

Thanks for the help! I used picnik.com and followed your instructions and it was so simple!

1 year ago
Erbecky says:

Thanks for your help! All the other sites I have been on were difficult to use. Your steps were simple. I now have more confidence in banner making. Whoo! =)

1 year ago
VictoiseC says:

Well. Merde. I am going crazy. I have a brand new Macbook Pro and I can't find the darntootin' program to add three simple words, the name of my shop, to my banner. I cropped and created a fine banner from one of my own pictures but I want to add my shop name on there. Oh, I see someone asks What if you don't have photo shop. I will keep searching through these answers and hope my head doesn't fall off before midnight. Appleworks no longer exists. Or there's a new version or something. I wonder if it would be easiest to download Picasa which I used to work with on my Sony Vaio. Woe to us who are not computer experts. thanks for all the other help however!

1 year ago
RareSpecimens says:

Awesome!! I just made my banner using your instructions, it worked the very first try, and I love love love my banner! Thank you so much. Etsy rocks.

1 year ago
Fromhere2Daydreams says:

Very nice "How Too!" Thank you very much!

1 year ago
bojocreations says:

Thanks for the step by step directions!! I would not have made a banner 2 months ago if I hadn't seen this post.

1 year ago
NatureflectionsPhoto says:

Thanks for the clear directions and photoshop tips!! :)

1 year ago
artzygirl7 says:

Thank you so much for your step by step. Although, I don't have Photoshop, I was able to use the dimensions for the Banner on my program. That was a great help. Thanks also for the Font information. We can always use good fonts! I haven't been able to get set up yet, but am working towards that. Hopefully it will be soon. Maybe you can stop by and give me a suggestion or two? Here is my Etsy address: http://ArtzyGirl7.etsy.com (which actually isn't set up yet, as I am working on the Banner, so you can see my website: www.sculpturedlife.com And if you have any suggestions, you could email from the above website. I appreciate your input very much. Thanks again.

1 year ago
NervousWardrobe says:

Amazing, amazing, amazing.Thank you.

1 year ago
siamcollection says:

yep

1 year ago
siamcollection says:

yep

1 year ago
SweetlyScrappedArt says:

Thank you :) I have done this before and it's alot of fun. You get to create whatever you want!

1 year ago
handbagsworkroom says:

Thanks. I need a banner and avatars as you can see.

1 year ago
Houseofintrospection says:

Thanks for making that so simple. PS is intimidating the hell outta me! :)

1 year ago
drewhilda says:

I just tried this tutorial using paint and it worked great for a simple banner (that's not adjusting colors of the pic or anything...)! thanks!

1 year ago
TheNovelSage says:

Thank you so much for these tips! =D

1 year ago
FlowersAndFotos says:

Do you design banners for other people?

1 year ago
JOYJU says:

So happy to know there's assistance to help set-up shop. Any advice for those of us who do not have Photoshop?

1 year ago
CatmonetDesigns says:

Thank you!1 I am just getting started and need every bit of help!! :)

1 year ago
FunkyFernwood says:

My banner uploaded OK but did not go to the top of the page. It just opened up in the same spot that the browse button is in...what did I do wrong? Please help...

1 year ago
feltedwithewe says:

Good information, now wish me luck as I make my own.

1 year ago
Vorbi1 says:

I have had a shop on Esty but cannot figure out how to add a banner~ Can someone help with this? Thanks so much~

1 year ago
nymphidesigns says:

Thanks so much for making it all so clear... I'm off to work!

1 year ago
NIRASYS says:

If anyone needs a banner & avatar , can see I can offer you Premade and Custom Etsy Shop Packages. Thanks

1 year ago
AntikPink says:

Very helpful! IÂ´m going to do it now. Thanks!

1 year ago
chs72 says:

Yea, right.....ha ha, it's all Greek to me!

1 year ago
tinybeehive says:

marking

1 year ago
lacascade says:

I wish I had read this before I designed my banner. I did all the right things the wrong way, trial and error, heavy on the error. Your instructions are so clear.

1 year ago
DejaBrenaes says:

Im new to Etsy and would really like to make a banner. But I do not own any type of editing software and dont intend on downloading any because my computer is so messed up from downloading stuff it won't even allow it anymore. Is there anyway to make a banner with paint? And will it still look good? Xoxo DejaBrenae

1 year ago
RosemarySThings says:

Good ideas! Can't wait to make one of my own.

1 year ago
LeJoyau says:

I'm in the process of setting up my shop and appreicate the tips and great ideas you've given for getting started...though I haven't tried it yet, I intend to.

1 year ago
BonCreations says:

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1 year ago
StephieStephie says:

I created mine using the paint program that is on almost all computers in a few mins. It does the job i want it to for now. If you want to take a look it's here... http://www.etsy.com/shop/StephieStephie?ref=seller_info

1 year ago
AllUnwound says:

Thanks for the article. I used the pixel info 720 x 100. I took a photo and edited it in PAINT. DejaBrenaes: You need to use the corner arrow to resize your photo and then use the Stretch and Skew to get to the right pixel size. That way it didn't distort my photo. Check out my very first banner and see if it meets your standards. HTH

1 year ago
BellaDivaOriginals says:

Thank you, thank you, thank you! After reading this article i was able to easily set up my banner for my new shop. Still working on the set up but please keep checking back as I will be adding lots of new items shortly. Bring out the Bella Diva in You! http://www.etsy.com/shop/belladivaoriginals

1 year ago
EllaBleuBoutique says:

This was very informative and at a level that made sense. Not a lot of tech talk to confuse the already confusing process. And when there was a tech term, it was explained. Thank you.

1 year ago
renfenable says:

Or you can simply find someone to make the entire set for you in about 2 days. Like me!

1 year ago
DoubleBouquet says:

Totally new to this- I logged onto my account but don't see "Shop Set up" on left......(Step 10 - Upload! Log into your etsy account. On the left side under Shop Setup you'll see "Appearance". Click it! ) Any advise?

1 year ago
tubtoo says:

Very helpful tips, clear instructions. Thank you so much!

1 year ago
MaritimeMama says:

What if you don't have Photoshop?

1 year ago
CheerfulYellowBarn says:

I whish I had photoshop, but I have found a good affordable program Scrapbook factory Fun program and it edits photos quite well The one thing I cannot do is size the open project in pixels So do you know how many inches the 70 x 100 pixel photo should be? I also set the jpeg options as highest when I save Thanks

1 year ago
lauralee1976 says:

thank you!

1 year ago
MariaMercedesHat says:

This helps!

1 year ago
egialitaki says:

Thank you!! It really helps! :)

1 year ago
Urdelights says:

I've only been an Etsy seller for really a month or two. I found my banner by doing a google search for 'free etsy banners 760x1000'. Tons of banners are out there just dying to be used. Also there is a free program called Gimp that allows you to work with banners, edit photos, etc. I used it to make my banner. It's a gem, truly.

1 year ago
NiChaPoN says:

tHANKS FOR HELPING

1 year ago
kellyroper says:

thanks, I'm just getting started and even though I know photoshop still a little overwhelmed by everything. very helpful and to the point.

1 year ago
kellyroper says:

thanks, I'm just getting started and even though I know photoshop still a little overwhelmed by everything. very helpful and to the point.

1 year ago
debsheavenlypillows says:

thank you for making this so easy. your instructions have been the first thing that has been easy since i started this adventure. very helpful i dont have photoshop but i used artweaver and it seems to have worked fine. thanks again from pc illiterate gramma lol

361 days ago
MenehunePetCrafts says:

I don't have photo shop, can I pay you to create one?

345 days ago
ShopWithDiane says:

Excellent information! I made my banner and it was easy! Thanks for your help.

334 days ago
ChatterBoxArt says:

Thank you for your workshop. I was fortunate to have a good friend design my banner when I first started selling on Etsy. But, I have wanted to change it occasionally for seasons of the year or just to change my shop's looks. I wanted to do the next one(s) on my own. This is very helpful and I appreciate how you have added visual aids to your steps too. I can't wait to tell another friend who has desired to change hers. Your a great teacher! Thanks.

333 days ago
ReneeYV says:

Thanks for the tips! Very helpful :D

318 days ago
artchicnj says:

I can't seem to upload my banner becuase i used paint. Any suggestions?

316 days ago
asalwaysangela says:

I am soooooooo glad I had this saved in my favorites from over a year ago!! My shop banner was soooo outdated with a sample of something I haven't been selling for a year and a half! This is BY FAR the BEST tutorial I have ever come across on this subject. YOU ARE SUPERB!

307 days ago
papiermachenthings says:

I'm trying to find a way to make a banner. I have a Macinotsh (pre-Intel-based). I don't have Photoshop. The banner template doesn' seem to let me change the text. All free banners I can find have to be right-clicked to be saved. But there is no "right-clicking" on Macs!

306 days ago
Girlservant says:

good page though i couldn't install my fonts :( for some reason but glady my sister downloaded some way before.good ones too hehhee appreciate the page the information is still useful;p i was designing mine but i just got carried away and put flowers and ribbons on it.just very fun stuff and stripes -just so much stuff-instead of putting my products.well i also have to setup my account so this will be a lot to do but its all worth it .thanks again. pixlr.com is "like" a photoshop place..well you can do the same stuff but photoshop that everyone else is talking about is okay

305 days ago
vianegativa420 says:

@papiermachenthings: one of the most important thing every Mac user needs to know is to use control key when it says to right click to save, just hold down the "ctrl" button to the left of your space bar when you click and it will give the window to save it! I haven't set up shop yet but was looking all this over and thought I'd share a cool text site I found when making my kitties webpages on Catster, you can do 3-D text there and it's free for personal OR commercial use! http://www.3dtextmaker.com/image_editor.html

303 days ago
JujuBagLady says:

What software or website are you using for this? I can see it is Adobe Photoshop.... but the online version I have access to for free doesn't do these things....

298 days ago
Fractaldragon says:

Papiermachenthings: Do you have the old single button Mac mouse? If you do, then hold down the Control key and click, it does the same thing as a right click. If you have a newer mouse with two or more buttons, then go into your System Preferences (click on the Apple logo up in the left corner of your screen and Select System Preferences) and click on the Mouse and Keyboard settings. You can then set a Secondary button for the right button, and you've created a right-click button.

295 days ago
Fractaldragon says:

For everyone who doesn't want to spend the $$$ on full Photoshop and isn't sure about the free Gimp, a couple of suggestions: if you are on a PC, there is an easier to use program call Paint.net. It's free, you can find it at http://www.getpaint.net. If you are willing to spend a little money, for everyone both PC/Windows users and Mac users, consider buying Adobe Photoshop Elements. It's currently at version 9; check for it on Amazon.com, you should find it for less than $100. It's the consumer version of Photoshop, and for most of what you are going to want to do for images on Etsy, it will be more than enough!

295 days ago
aidanjarosgrilli says:

I cannot upload a banner

291 days ago
PookieChic says:

Whew. So much to do. So little time. Wondering--if my eyes don't deceive me. It seems in some stores banner appears on multiple pages not just store introduction. I've seen it on Policies pages and other places. Anyone know about this? How to do? Thanks.

254 days ago
AutumnalSkies says:

Being slightly technologically challenged (at least in programs I've never used before) this was a struggle - especially as I was working with Picasa rather than Photoshop - but now it's done and it looks great! Thank you!

239 days ago
JayWithLove says:

Thank you sooo much for this article!! I've created 2 banners so far and can't wait to create more!!

233 days ago
intaglioetc says:

I have created a pretty nice banner for my shop. I saved it as directed: using the SAVE AS/ grey box SAVE FILE TYPE BY EXTENSION/chose JPEG IMAGE and clicked SAVE at the bottom. Then EXPORT FILE popped up, clicked EXPORT, then SAVE AS JPEG and moved the bar to 100 then clicked SAVE. When I go to upload it I do everything on the ETSY site to get to the upload banner place and I click BROWSE and find it to click. It seems to upload next to the upload button as a file symbol with the tile I gave it but the banner won't come up. I use a MacBook Pro. Can anybody tell me what I am missing to actually see a banner? I am lost! Thx

203 days ago
elizabethdorette says:

Thank you, it actually seems achievable now and before I was like, omg this is going to take days :)

187 days ago
quiltcathy says:

How do I add an image to my banner?????

174 days ago
tomsgrossmami says:

Thank you!

168 days ago
chokolaj24 says:

I have been experiencing the same problem as everyone else with no banner image showing up when I upload it. I did the right dimensions, the correct dpi, file format...all of it (I am a graphic designer so I would like to think I know what I'm doing). But when I upload, nothing happens. I click on Save Changes and a blank box shows up in the area where an image should be displayed for the Shop Banner Image. Did this ever get resolved?

145 days ago
AFineFiberFrenzy says:

Wow thanks! This is so helpful!!

142 days ago
YZjewelry says:

Thank u so much But i don't have Photoshop ... I still need my bunner for my jewelry shop.. could you give me any idea

141 days ago
meegoneddie33 says:

I just now figured out how to do a banner with Paint as that's all I have on my laptop. My problem is I have 2 shops and my banner shows up on both. I would like to have 2 different ones. Can I do that? Has anyone else had this problem? thanks

125 days ago
meegoneddie33 says:

Never mind, I figured it out. Duh, I put it on the wrong shop. Hey, I just learned how to do this ok?

125 days ago
kathiemt says:

um, where do you put the banner?

123 days ago
Terwatina says:

I am trying to use GIMP since I don't have photoshop. I have spent a lot of time trying to figure it out and am having no luck.

120 days ago
Terwatina says:

I just made my banner! I used Pixir.com. to create the image. And I used GIMP to add the text.

120 days ago
The Wingless Bird from TheWinglessDesigns says:

If you need further help with programs such as Photoshop, please feel free to contact me =)

102 days ago
Judy Henderson from AuntJudyCrafts says:

wow - I was hoping for instructions that were written for people who were not totally computer savy - guess not - I have no idea what most of these instructions mean. don't have photoshop - have yet to find instructions written in plain old english

59 days ago
Gina Chapman from ginasewstuff says:

I use gimp also -- have for years for cleaning up pics etc. and cannot figure out how to make the pixels 760 by 100. When I set one, the other automatically adjusts. How do I make that stop happening?

46 days ago
Shilene Johnson from shilene says:

Thanks so much for your assistance with creating a great banner!

45 days ago
craftclubcc from craftclubcc says:

Thank You this will help me create my own banner; not very tech savvy

25 days ago

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