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I need help.......

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UCM · 28/02/2006 18:19

I know this is cheeky but I can't really ask RL people as they don't know yet. Also, scared. But I have nearly finished building my website. It's published but I haven't sent it to anyone yet. I asked one RL friend to have a look and they said it wasn't interactive enough. I want some real answers and some real criticism so girls would you mind. I am not plugging it here as you all make you own anyway......I would like to know whether;

it's easy to use
it has the right content
whether its a bit bland or not
any features I have forgotten

I would really really appreciate your help on this.

So here goes

\link{http://www.sarahrobertscards.co.uk\here}

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Radley · 28/02/2006 18:22

I like it, there are some beautiful cards there, its simple enough to use and all details that a buyer could want are there also.

Good Luck!

Pixiefish · 28/02/2006 18:23

Lovely UCM. Very very easy to use. Shows the cards off well (much better than mine). i love the detail and the fact that you can go to see an enlarged picture of the card.

Some of the cards on the female page were a bit slow to load- all the rest were fine.

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UCM · 28/02/2006 18:31

the thing I was most confused about, not being a techy as such. Was the bit about paying using add to basket, then, having to use the order form, I was worried that people wouldn't connect them. Thanks for the feedback anyway

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UCM · 28/02/2006 18:33

Pixie, I learnt a big lesson recently, it's photograph your cards in daylight outside.

I am using a top of the range olympus 600 quids worth, borrowed but even that didn't show the cards off as much inside. Definitely daylight.

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Pixiefish · 28/02/2006 18:34

I meant that your site was million times better than mine UCM.
(Pics are better as well but i scan them in and not a lot I can do about that)

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UCM · 28/02/2006 18:34

If anyone else has a website, I would love to see it BTW.

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UCM · 28/02/2006 18:35

Pix, why are you scanning. The printer I have at the moment is 60 pounds now, it takes every digital card there is.

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Pixiefish · 28/02/2006 18:36

I'll email you the link UCM. After seeing yours I'd be too emabararsed to show mine

Whizzz · 28/02/2006 18:45

Looks great UCM - I haven't got mine up & running yet Sad

It's nice & bright & I love the star background

There are a few of the set up words left over that appear where I suppose they shouldn't (I clicked on the small flowers card & it says 'Enter first column content here') but I assume thats cos you are still putting it together.

I also lurve the bouquet of roses card - really nice!

PeachyClair · 28/02/2006 18:46

I have to scan as well, didgi camera no good for that sort of thing- a bit old now, can't afford tor eplace atm.

PeachyClair · 28/02/2006 18:50

Great site.

Two incredibly pedantic things (sorry)- no , after children on the front page; and where it says section words, I would put words section- actually I'd call it sentiments as you use the word 'word' Wink again.

Sorry Blush. I did say pedantic.

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UCM · 28/02/2006 18:55

PC that is the sort of things I am after. Will change it to words/sentiments

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UCM · 28/02/2006 18:55

Wots the other one?

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UCM · 28/02/2006 18:57

Just realised my mistake thanks PCBlush

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UCM · 28/02/2006 19:07

It's done PClair, thanks again.Smile

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UCM · 28/02/2006 19:09

Pixie, don't be ridiculous, your site is very good. We are all here to complement each other and I honestly think that a bit of constructive criticism is good. I have just had some and changed things accordingly. Your site really is lovely

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UCM · 28/02/2006 19:15

Whizzz, yes, I know, each time I go into the bloody thing I find one. Thanks. Will double check again.

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UCM · 28/02/2006 19:15

Whizz, want a link to yours please.....?

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PeachyClair · 28/02/2006 19:16

Phew- didn't know if i'd annoy you!

Dh calls me dictionary btw (you'd never know from my typing would you) and it really irritates him. I even refused to go into a restaurant (OK pub with food) back home as they spelled vegetarian vegitarean on the sign.

JayzMummy · 28/02/2006 19:20

One of the better websites I have seen UCM....so much nicer than the first one you made. Well done you. :):)

Whizzz · 28/02/2006 19:22

UCM - nothing to link to yet !
The photos I originally had are not good enough.
Hopefully when I have a bit more spare time on my hands I will start again & do a proper job.
Grin
What template did you use for yours ?

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UCM · 28/02/2006 19:23

Site builder

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Twiglett · 28/02/2006 19:30

I think you need to remove the italics in the home page .. it is jarring on the eye and you get a clash with the screen so it seems to waver .. italics should be used for emphasis only

I'd suggest re-jigging your front page copy because it seems to jump around a bit and parts of it sound unprofessional:

There is nothing more special than a personalised card to delight your relatives and friends. Children particularly like to see their names on cards!

To see a selection of designs, please use the buttons on the left. If you can't find exactly the right one for you just contact me on [email protected] and I will personally design one to your exact requierements.

If you're not sure what you want to say, please see my 'Words & Sentiments' section. You can choose any of the phrases there to be printed inside your card or I can print your own words.

I hope you enjoy browsing through my cards as much as I enjoy creating them.

I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Sarah Roberts

Please note prices quoted are inclusive of postage & packing.

HTH

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UCM · 28/02/2006 19:34

Using templates by Fasthosts. I really recommend them as they are always online, not bugger ups and being offline when their servers go down. Fabulous support as well.

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UCM · 28/02/2006 19:36

Ooooo which bits Twiglett. If you can tell me what to write I will. I am only good at making the bloody things, not PR. Please help

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