tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7971334156485110165.post5417038233729237642..comments2024-03-19T06:25:53.746+00:00Comments on Paper Lovestory { a lifestyle blog from a university student about stationery and organisation }: blogging tips :)angelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08613327806303719974noreply@blogger.comBlogger23125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7971334156485110165.post-51166217640379886782013-09-28T07:14:06.432+01:002013-09-28T07:14:06.432+01:00I thought I might be the only one out there who do...I thought I might be the only one out there who doesn't read blog posts because of colour/font/design; glad to know there are others!<br /><br />I just love your blog layout, Angela; it's so uncluttered and easy to read. That 'CV font' tip is GREAT advice!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10541238627141626564noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7971334156485110165.post-57024514583725231122013-02-25T11:10:31.061+00:002013-02-25T11:10:31.061+00:00Nothing wrong with being a perfectionist - I used ...Nothing wrong with being a perfectionist - I used to think I was one (especially when it comes to creative things) but my writing leaves a lot to be desired compared to yours so maybe I'm not one after all! <br /><br />No offence taken on my part at least - I completely see what you mean I think, in that, instead of whining about things, they should just do something to change it. Quite often though, I think it is hard to take that first step to change (depending on what it is) so some support may be what the writer needs more than anything so I guess I can see the two different sides in that. It's the blog posts that are ranty without any reason to be that i don't read. Luckily, those are few and far between on Web Finds or any other fashion blogs I read now :) xAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04100315517570378656noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7971334156485110165.post-74042550913526380092013-02-24T19:53:16.876+00:002013-02-24T19:53:16.876+00:00Regarding proof reading - what a lovely compliment...Regarding proof reading - what a lovely compliment, thank you! I'm a bit of a perfectionist though, so my blog having few mistakes may make a bigger statement on my perfectionism than anything else. And being a perfectionist isn't always a good thing. It's often a huge hindrance in life.<br /><br />Ah, I hope I don't offend anyone with my whining comment. It may not have come out quite right. I have no problem with people voicing their opinions about anything that happened. After all, I'm sure I've done the same, and it's also why writing is good, to get out those feelings. But I'm referring more to whining about a situation that someone is in and could change themselves and seemingly is looking to the reader for some sort of input or help. Feedback or sympathy is one thing, but hoping that a reader will change something for the writer is another. (And maybe this is not what's going on at all, just the perception of that.) I'm not referring to any blog in particular here, just an observation I've made while reading and scouring the hundreds (thousands maybe?) of blogs on an array of topics that I do. But I'm not sure I'm getting out my point without sounding contradictory in some way. Bah! - never mind! ;)WellPlannedLifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14639851771653623399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7971334156485110165.post-34402578834553438922013-02-24T19:33:16.514+00:002013-02-24T19:33:16.514+00:00Thanks Heather :)
Agree with you on the white tex...Thanks Heather :)<br /><br />Agree with you on the white text on a black background. It really, really, hurts my eyes. Unclear fonts is also something I dislike - handwriting fonts are usually the primary culprit for that! As for small fonts, I hope the font used on this blog isn't too small for you...! I have been looking for a balanced font for a while now and am not 100% happy with this one either but it will do for now!<br /><br />With photos, quite a few of my posts are photos only. It's usually the posts about a Filofax/binder, etc that are photo heavy as there isn't much explaining to do as they are designed as more 'show' posts than 'show and tell' posts :) However, I know what you mean. If you are to go for a purely photo post, it's not really blogging!<br /><br />Posting regularly is something that I understand not everyone can do - so for that reason I didn't mention it. Some people who have blogs only use them as and when they have something to say, and that is totally fine. They may lead lives that are too busy to blog on a regular basis and finding time to sit down and write a post a week, for example, may not be possible. <br /><br />I actually don't mind people who apologise for a lack of posts. I have done it before and do it because (personally) I like to be reassured that the writer is ok and also hear about what the writer may be up to that has caused them to take an unexpected hiatus. But that's just me :) xAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04100315517570378656noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7971334156485110165.post-54864965671582600062013-02-24T19:25:26.798+00:002013-02-24T19:25:26.798+00:00I totally see what you mean about adding photos wi...I totally see what you mean about adding photos with some posts not needing them. I often shy away from topics I want to post about just because I can't think of a creative way I could incorporate a photo! Maybe I'm just too scared of writing too much and just end up rambling!<br /><br />I agree with the comments thing. Sometimes, I've commented on blogs to not even receive a 'thanks' or a reply - so how do I know it's even been read? It seems quite juvenile, but it's nice to know that the writer cares that someone has taken the time to leave a comment. That's why I always try and reply - I love engaging with readers too as quite often, you can end up finding a topic for another blog post just by talking to a reader!<br /><br />Proof reading I am trying to improve at! I have quite a short attention span so having the patience to check a blog post is something that I am working hard at. I've noticed that your blog posts rarely, if ever, have mistakes! A definite added incentive for me to put more effort into proof reading if I were to use your blog as an example!<br /><br />Totally get what you mean about the niche part. I think it's nice to have an occasional post that is somewhat unrelated to the primary topics as it is nice to read something different once in a while. You make a good point in that by writing about a different topic can help a writer grow - I never even thought of it that way!<br /><br />Haha, with whining, I have to put my hands up and say that I may have been guilty of this in the past. Usually, it's when a company has provided poor customer service or has a poor quality product that inspires these rants! xAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04100315517570378656noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7971334156485110165.post-70189895266189539312013-02-24T19:18:55.520+00:002013-02-24T19:18:55.520+00:00Glad you found these useful. The niche thing takes...Glad you found these useful. The niche thing takes a bit of time - I think that even if you know what direction you want your blog to go in, it takes a bit of time to really hone on into that subject :) xAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04100315517570378656noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7971334156485110165.post-24903455261333115612013-02-24T18:55:58.048+00:002013-02-24T18:55:58.048+00:00Great tips, Angela! I would agree with you for mo...Great tips, Angela! I would agree with you for most of these. Bad grammar and spelling are what turn me away from some blogs. I can tolerate it in some cases, especially when I can tell that the blog author's first language is not English, but sometimes it just makes things too difficult to read. White text on a black background is also very annoying! As is any font that is too small or not clear enough.<br /><br />Photos aren't as critical to me, but one thing that I don't like is large blocks of dense text. I do like to see a good balance of photos and text, although there are some cases where I have avoided a blog since I felt that it had too many photos and not enough text. I'm a writer myself, so the words are important to me.<br /><br />One thing that you didn't really mention here is posting regularly. I hate seeing blogs sitting for months with no new posts. A regular schedule is important to me, whether it is once a month, once a week, or every other day. The actual frequency of posting is not as important as simply maintaining a regular schedule.<br /><br />Another thing that I see some bloggers doing is writing posts to apologize for their lack of posts! That always turns me off from a blog. Most readers probably don't notice if a blogger misses a few posts, so don't mention it. Just move on.Heatherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02434221231298315347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7971334156485110165.post-555821009948092802013-02-24T15:00:53.579+00:002013-02-24T15:00:53.579+00:00I agree with much of what you said here! I think ...I agree with much of what you said here! I think it's so important for bloggers to pay attention to the small details, as well as the main posts. Color scheme and layout are big ones, as well as adding photos (I try to add them to every post, but sometimes the post doesn't warrant them or I don't have an appropriate one - I need to work on quality and eliminating so much shadow).<br /><br />My biggest pet peeves are:<br /><br /> replying to comments - I hate when I leave a comment on someone else's blog and they don't respond, especially if I've left a rather long comment. I don't need a full conversation, but just knowing that the blogger appreciates that I've visited and taken the time to say something in response to what they've posted means a lot to me. I try to respond to each and every comment that's left for me, even if its a simple "thanks." It just goes a long way.<br /><br />Proof reading - I never send out a post that hasn't been proofread at least once, though sometimes it's twice or more. In addition, I double check every link I add to the post.<br /><br />Organization/Clarity - I'm not great writer, but at the very least I try and put my thoughts into an organized manner, if only so the reader doesn't get lost along the way. It's very confusing to me when someone starts out saying one thing, jumps to another subject, then returns to the first without any warning of transition. It just leaves me baffled.<br /><br />Niche - I wouldn't say that my blog is solely one thing. My purpose is to write about an array of things, anything that comes to mind really, because I don't want to limit myself or my writing. However, I do feel that one needs a jumping off point, so if a blog is mostly about a specific topic, that works for me. Branching out or changing it along the way is okay too, because any writer will grow and therefore, so will the writing.<br /><br />Whining - I have to say that I don't see this often, but it does come up. I'm not trying to limit anyone's right to express themselves or share their opinions or experiences, but it turns me off as a reader if all I'm reading is the writer whining that they don't have this, they want this, they don't like how something is done, etc. (although the something not liked may have a place if the post is a way around it). The purpose of writing is to get your ideas out there, and I'm not saying that you shouldn't tell people how you feel, but there is a way to say it without making it sound like you're asking for something from the reader. That's just my opinion, though.<br /><br />Great post!WellPlannedLifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14639851771653623399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7971334156485110165.post-74125015046228792022013-02-23T20:40:24.360+00:002013-02-23T20:40:24.360+00:00These are really great tips. I especially like the...These are really great tips. I especially like the one about finding your niche... Im still working on mine.... And definitely working on my organisation hahaha xhihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03965416121906509101noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7971334156485110165.post-77311837739828965532013-02-23T18:59:18.463+00:002013-02-23T18:59:18.463+00:00Turquoise and red letters?! Who on earth would thi...Turquoise and red letters?! Who on earth would think that would be a good idea :s my pet hate are black backgrounds. They make my eyes go all funny :( xAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04100315517570378656noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7971334156485110165.post-37938387605206636132013-02-23T18:58:41.083+00:002013-02-23T18:58:41.083+00:00Hehe, I will be doing a blog post on my 'blog&...Hehe, I will be doing a blog post on my 'blog' section in my planner soon :) I use a variety of sheets in it but it helps me organise things to do with this blog xAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04100315517570378656noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7971334156485110165.post-55512446208587186212013-02-23T17:04:57.439+00:002013-02-23T17:04:57.439+00:00I agree with the colour scheme. A page my husband...I agree with the colour scheme. A page my husband reads is turquoise with red letters, so hard on the eyes.<br /><br />Susan Sharpehttp://susansharpeceramics.co.uknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7971334156485110165.post-21478253764989753662013-02-23T15:32:15.806+00:002013-02-23T15:32:15.806+00:00Great tips. I love your blog post ideas sheet. I...Great tips. I love your blog post ideas sheet. I think I'm going to do that. I do have a section in my planner but I don't have a form so the ideas are all over the place!pattygardner.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08465166654988101342noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7971334156485110165.post-62837207092167480312013-02-23T09:43:51.329+00:002013-02-23T09:43:51.329+00:00Ahh, yes, poor spelling. Luckily, my mac picks up ...Ahh, yes, poor spelling. Luckily, my mac picks up on bad spelling (a lifesaver!) so that's rarely an issue here. However, I understand that for some, English isn't their first language so some patience is necessary in that department too. <br /><br />Aw thank you! I hope to continue blogging. I'm not sure where the direction of this blog will head in the future, but I am sure it will keep to time management in some form due to the impending further study I will embark on later this year :-) xAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04100315517570378656noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7971334156485110165.post-65232506101443461832013-02-23T09:42:24.638+00:002013-02-23T09:42:24.638+00:00Hi Nina,
thanks for your comment :)
Unfortunatel...Hi Nina,<br /><br />thanks for your comment :)<br /><br />Unfortunately, whilst I would love to do that, I really don't have the time at the moment. I would suggest looking to see what templates you can find on Google for inspiration if you're really stuck :) xAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04100315517570378656noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7971334156485110165.post-26876580488290786572013-02-23T09:41:10.886+00:002013-02-23T09:41:10.886+00:00Glad you found this useful :-) The blog section in...Glad you found this useful :-) The blog section in my binder really helps with balancing blogging with other busier parts of my life, especially at the moment. Hope it works for you too! xAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04100315517570378656noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7971334156485110165.post-56011985267482113892013-02-22T23:46:55.298+00:002013-02-22T23:46:55.298+00:00I completely agree with all these tips/points. One...I completely agree with all these tips/points. One of my pet peeves is poor spelling. You can get away with poor grammar maybe by simply not knowing any better, but spelling, there's no excuse for that. Not with spelling check programs readily available. I'm not perfect, either. Just sayin'. <br /><br />I, too, am a big fan of your blog and hope you're around (sheesh, since FOURTEEN?!) for many more years. :)Yay, for Fridays!https://www.blogger.com/profile/01787586779720013418noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7971334156485110165.post-4750356327636190262013-02-22T20:32:26.929+00:002013-02-22T20:32:26.929+00:00I´m not sure about, but I think this is my first c...I´m not sure about, but I think this is my first comment on your blog. I read it now for a long time and absolutely enjoy and appreciate your work. I also felt bad about the small amount of comments I get on my blog, but who am I to point with the finger, as I don´t comment as much as I read.<br />So sorry for that, and "HELLO! I´M A READER AND LIKE YOUR BLOG VERY MUCH!" ;)<br /><br />Would you do me a favour?<br />Could you check my blog, and give me your opinion, what I should change??<br />I´m thinking about a new design and Niche for a long time now, but never REALLY took action about. So I´m very interested, what you would reccomend.<br />My Blog is elfenfisch.blogspot.com and I´m looking very forward for your advice to elfenfisch1 AT gmail DOT com<br /><br />And by the way: Lovely Post. Blogtipps are always useful ;)<br /><br />NinaNinaRaffaelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09599369890336671004noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7971334156485110165.post-44546795253701603012013-02-22T20:16:56.354+00:002013-02-22T20:16:56.354+00:00I'm just starting out so this was a perfect re...I'm just starting out so this was a perfect read! Lot's for me to think about, I especially like the idea of setting up a blog tab in my filo. ^_^<br />Thank you! xLeeshhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16612014983015245411noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7971334156485110165.post-80369872856424887392013-02-22T19:07:55.297+00:002013-02-22T19:07:55.297+00:00Glad you found it useful :-) I wouldn't say I&...Glad you found it useful :-) I wouldn't say I'm that established, but having done it for so many years, I have learnt a lot so thought I'd share some of the more useful things I've learnt xAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04100315517570378656noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7971334156485110165.post-24804979275664974602013-02-22T19:07:24.932+00:002013-02-22T19:07:24.932+00:00Hehe, the tips aren't really in order of impor...Hehe, the tips aren't really in order of importance - more like a general list :-) xAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04100315517570378656noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7971334156485110165.post-31219007656141733182013-02-22T17:33:58.420+00:002013-02-22T17:33:58.420+00:00really interesting tips! In my opinion, having fun...really interesting tips! In my opinion, having fun is the 1st tip!mari.awwmahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12733238832522833478noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7971334156485110165.post-20751537268597537102013-02-22T17:18:10.812+00:002013-02-22T17:18:10.812+00:00Thanks for this blog post, I found it really inter...Thanks for this blog post, I found it really interesting to read with lots of helpful points. I am new blogger and it's great to hear some points from established bloggers! Emma xx Emma Isabellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12879306141927090963noreply@blogger.com