Could use some ideas~

[TwelveBeads]

Re: Could use some ideas~

OK You guys. I have tons of work to do. Thanks so much for all this feedback. I am looking into having my banner/logo redone by a pro. He is a friend of my brother ~ David Shing

The other thought I had last night...

I was thinking David might make a great intro page to go with the header and separate the site. As said above I have a two fold site. So what if when arriving you have the option to go to TwelveBeads Shop or Information? The only thing I am not sure of is how to word the information part. Also Should it be three fold and have Shop ~ Addictions Information ~ Spiritual Information. Just rolling around ideas since I will be making some major changes ;)

[davidundalicia]

Re: Could use some ideas~

Thats a good idea, as the more sections you have available at first glance, the more the viewer would be interested in exploring your site.

have fun

[Dream Lady]

Re: Could use some ideas~

Gwen: Your friend David does nice work...but just not sure you need the flash intro thing going on for your particular site. I think flash has its place on the internet...just not sure it fits what you may wanting to accomplish. If you go that route, I would make it short and sweet. I would keep your focus twofold..not three. I feel the addictions info goes with the Spiritual info, because again, I feel, people with addictions aren't going to get through that without a higher power in their life. I'm just afraid if you broaden your catagories, you will then say..ummm maybe 4 or 5. Now if you are wanting to grow you site that way, then go for it. But if you really want to keep it focused on 2 areas I would keep that in mind. Cindy

[TwelveBeads]

Re: Could use some ideas~

Yes I see what your are saying. I am going to see if David does non-flash design. My main concern is keeping things clean. I will see how it all unfolds.

[TwelveBeads]

Re: Could use some ideas~

OK I started to make some changes ~ Before I go tooooo far can you guys take a peek and see if I am on the right track? Made header smaller on Shop page and started the pic gallery too. Added back button to the first four sets of beads on the shop page.

http://www.twelvebeads.com/Shop.html

[larazovich]

Re: Could use some ideas~

HI Gwen
I like the smaller header, though I miss the flower..
When I click the x under the beads I select I expected to get just a page/info regarding that selection. Instead I get all the links, too, which again take up lots of the page I am looking at. I am thinking maybe the click could take me to just the selection, with info,price etc like youhave it, but maybe with an abreviated header, or a heading that says Prayer Beads or Agnes Prayer Beads, or whatever, but without all of the links to the other stuff - addictions, books, etc, just to the other bead selections, and a home button? (How is that for a run-on sentence?) What I am getting at is that when I cleck on a selection, I don't want to have to scroll at all; just want to look at the item.. If you still want that other stuff on the page, maybe just compress it a bit so it doesn't take up so much space. I could be off base, too, just my opinion..
Gotta say, sure like your beads.

[davidundalicia]

Re: Could use some ideas~

Gwen, thats exactly what I had in mind, all you need to do now is to provide a link (text and picture if you wish) to the more details and buy button pages.

If you continue adding more of the same, why dont you break up/seperate each 12 bead pics as you go...................

[TwelveBeads]

Re: Could use some ideas~

OK ~ That is great info/feedback. Let me see what I can do.

P.S. ~ I like the flowers too but only used them on my home page as a seasonal thing. I am READY for SPRING!

[TwelveBeads]

Re: Could use some ideas~

Try Agnes now and see what you think~

http://www.twelvebeads.com/Shop.html

[larazovich]

Re: Could use some ideas~

Try Agnes now and see what you think~
http://www.twelvebeads.com/Shop.html

Wahoo!!
I mean, yes, that is exactly what I had in mind.. excellent!

[TwelveBeads]

Re: Could use some ideas~

Yay!!!!

[davidundalicia]

Re: Could use some ideas~

Starting to take shape now Gwen........

Why dont you consider puting in a line of text after each 3 rows of beads(12 steps - 12 beads !!)
that would also give the viewers eyes a rest and encourage them to continue looking further down...............

i.e.
pic-------pi--------pic------pic
.
pic-------pi--------pic------pic
.
pic-------pi--------pic------pic
.
These unique one of a kind treasures make great recovery gifts for sponsors.
.
pic-------pi--------pic------pic
.
pic-------pi--------pic------pic
.
pic-------pi--------pic------pic
.
There are no two sets alike.

etc............

[TwelveBeads]

Re: Could use some ideas~

Talk about a tedious task! Do you think it needs to been broken up? I just took off the ads and added a couple testimonials to the side. I feel like it will never get done. I am seeing cross-eyed. ;)

Is the "Prayer Beads Shop" image too big?

I removed all links that did not relate to viewing beads ~ I left the Home and Contact links. I plan on making a Shopping Home page so when you click on HOME you will land on a page that gives you the option of shopping for PrayerBeads, Books or TheWildDivine. Of course I will add a link to exit shopping and view resources.

[davidundalicia]

Re: Could use some ideas~

Unbroken pictures are like a long list of text, you need to break it up a little or the reader just switches off.
But if you put a question or bold a line of text then your eyes go to that and then continue reading.

Its a little trick I leaned some time ago......................

[TwelveBeads]

Re: Could use some ideas~

Cool ~ I will give it a whirl ~ Thanks David ;)