About

Especially Simple is excited to provide individuals, businesses, and ministries with graphic design and consulting services committed to engaging ideas, effortless communication, and extraordinary results.

Each client will receive individual attention and consideration, making their project especially unique and personal, while keeping the process as simple as possible for everyone involved!

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Lisa brings over 20 years of experience and training to serve you, especially! After receiving a Bachelors of Arts as a double major in English with a concentration in journalism and public relations, and Visuals Arts with a concentration in graphic design, she went straight to work as an editorial assistant, honing the craft of the written language. In the years following, she worked on various projects for individuals, businesses, ministries, including:

• web and blog design, including Wordpress
• creating, editing and designing brochures and advertisements
• editing and revising manuals, both copy and design
• conducting marketing research and applying traditional public relations strategies for non-profits
• goal planning and branding, including creation of logos
• t-shirt designs and various other logo imprinted items
• letterhead and business cards
• invitations, announcements, and Christmas cards
• e-book layouts
• photography

My life inspires design.My passion as a designer is not limited to graphic work. You'll find my creative juices being satisfied in many areas, and as a result, inspired by those roles, too. Each part of my life is woven together by the Creator, and what comes out from my fingertips is truly an expression from Him.  For a peek at another side of me, feel free to visit my ministry blog, More to Be, and my life coaching business.

Be sure to browse around to learn more, and don't hesitate to contact me by email at elisa @ especiallysimple (.) net with your questions or ideas. I'd love to hear from you!

Services & Pricing

Especially Simple is excited to offer you a wide selection of graphic design and consulting services. Whether you are an individual, business, or ministry, I am eager to work within your budget and hope to accommodate your schedule. If the timing is right and the project is within my ability, I'd be happy to create something affordable especially for you.

Below is a comprehensive listing of my services and fees. However, if you feel "priced out" or unable to locate a service tailored for your needs, please be sure to ask. I do require that payment be made in full via Pay-Pal before I begin the work.



WEB and BLOG DESIGN

Blog Button only................... $45.00

Blog Header only..................$75.00

Partial Blogger Design..................$125.00includes header graphic, template colors, font selection, and installation

Full Blogger Website Design..................$250.00 and up
includes header graphic, background graphic, template colors, font selection, share button and code for your sidebar, five menu navigation labels and related pages formatted

Wordpress Website Design..................$450.00 and up
includes use of a request Wordpress Theme selected by client (additional fees based on theme selected) and installation on client's host site (the client is responsible for setting up the host account and providing access), design of header graphic and application of theme, including selection of colors and font selection, a sharing button, formatting of menu navigation bar of up to five main pages (more pages can be created at the hourly rate)

PRINTED DESIGN PROJECTS

Logo / Branding..............$250.00
creation of a logo and brand look for your ministry or business, which includes selecting font, colors, and artwork; additional fees should be expected for purchase of stock images

Business Cards................$90.00
includes creation of design and layout; facilitating printing as well as printing fees is additional, based on selected vendor pricing

Letter Head................$90.00
includes creation of design and layout; facilitating printing as well as printing fees is additional, based on selected vendor pricing

Brochure................$175.00
for creating a tri-fold brochure for your ministry, business, event, or product; printing fees additional, based on selected vendor pricing

Invitations, Announcements, Flyers, Newsletters, Handbook......TBD
based on project

LIFE COACHING

In addition to being a graphic design, Elisa is also a trained and certified Life Coach.  If you are interested in receiving coaching for your ministry, small business, or personally, be sure to discuss this with Elisa and visit her website, Passion and Purpose:  Life Coaching for Life Change. 

Prices are subject to change at any time. Once a final proof has been agreed upon, any additional changes or revisions will be billed at $45.00 for each additional hour dedicated to your design project.

Would you like to get started?
Please send an email to elisa @ especiallysimple (.) net and complete the New Client Questionnaire. I will be sure to be in touch with you soon!

Portfolio

Below you will find a limited selection of my portfolio, which includes a combination of photography, blog and website designs, as well as buttons. For a sampling of brochures, invitations, and announcements, feel free to email your request to elisa @ especiallysimple (.) net.

 http://www.shondasavage.com/

http://www.be-ingabettermom.blogspot.com/

www.setapartsetfree.com

 www.elisapulliam.com

www.pnpcoaching.com

 

http://www.moretobe.com

 

http://www.crownsofhope.com/

http://www.radical-truths.com/

http://refreshplace.blogspot.com

He Gave Me A Dream Blog Makeover

Transparent Header and Other Elements for Bloom & Grow

scattered stones

intentionally katie

http://encouragingwordsforwriters.blogspot.com/

God's Everyday Girl

wowam.blogspot.com

It's All About Him


http://simpleandsassy.blogspot.com/

www.extravagantgrace.net


www.bonitalillie.com

refreshplace.blogspot.com









You can also see a selection of designs created for
Wordfilled Wednesdays posted at Extravagant Grace

As well as a series of
Scripture Buttons for 24 Verses

And all of the graphics at
More to Be

F.A.Q.S & Tips

Below you'll find a continually growing list of frequently asked questions regarding eSpecially Simple as well all things related to graphic design and blogging.


Working with eSpecially Simple

How do I contact you?
Easy, email eLisa @ especiallysimple (.) net.

I'm ready to begin a project with eSpecially Simple, so how do we get started?
The first step is to send me an email and let me know your interest. I will then put you in the queue. The second step is to complete the New Client Questionnaire found here. Once it is completed, email it to elisa @ especiallysimple (.) net.

How do I pay you for your services?
I accept payment via PayPal after we have agreed to the Terms of Design.

How may I obtain permission to use your free graphics?
I grant you permission, with pleasure, to enjoy them for your personal use. I only request that you not sell these graphics nor put them on any items intended for sale.



About Blogging...

How do I set up a blog?
Go to Blogger.com and follow the easy 1-2-3 steps.

How can I learn more about blogging?
Visit http://www.bloggingbasics101.com/ for a wealth of instruction!



Design Questions...

Where are good places to find fonts for my design?
I recommend http://1001freefonts.com/ and http://www.kevinandamanda.com/fonts/.

Do you recommend any particular sites for obtaining illustrations or photographs?
I recommend http://www.dreamstime.com (free images as well as ones that must be purchased) and http://www.istockphoto.com/index.php (stock images, which must be purchased).

Where can I obtain scrapbook style backgrounds and elements?
I recommend http://www.shabbyprincess.com/downloads.asp as well as http://digifree.craftcrave.com/.

Where can I find some basic information on how to make my blog look better?
Feel free to visit my other blog, Extravagant Grace, and glean tips from a week-long series on Design Tips.

I would like to add code to my button, but I don't know how?
Please follow this easy 5 step tutorial here.


Just Curious...

Why is there a little "e" in eSpecially and eLisa?
Well, the little "e" in eSpecially is inspired by the little "e" in eLisa -- both making what I do and who I am unique. I invite you to read about the story behind my name here.


Haven't found the answer to your question? Email eLisa @ especiallysimple (.) net and I'll be sure to get back to you soon!
Keeping it simple,

Free Graphics

Feel free to enjoy these graphics by using them on your blog or website! Some of them are high-resolution and can be printed to be used as a bookmark or to place in a frame. Please, however, do not sell these graphics or reprint without my written permission. If you have any questions, please email eLisa @ especiallysimple (.) net.

<center><a href="http://www.extravagantgrace.net" target="_blank"><img border="0" alt="Photo Sharing and Video Hosting at Photobucket" src="http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh102/extragrace/romans1513.jpg" /></a><br /> </center><br />

<center><a href="http://www.extravagantgrace.net" target="_blank"><img border="0" alt="Extravagant Grace" src="http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh102/extragrace/24verses/apr15_eph3_7.jpg" /></a><br /> </center>

illustration credit:
http://groovyinclinations.blogspot.com

<center><a href="http://www.extravagantgrace.net" target="_blank"><img border="0" alt="Extravagant Grace" src="http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh102/extragrace/WFW/habakkuk3.gif" /></a><br /> </center>

<center><a href="http://www.extravagantgrace.net" target="_blank"><img border="0" alt="Extravagant Grace" src="http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh102/extragrace/WFW/psalm46_10.jpg" /></a><br /> </center>

<center><a href="http://www.extravagantgrace.net" target="_blank"><img border="0" alt="Extravagant Grace" src="http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh102/extragrace/24verses/1peter410.gif" /></a><br /> </center>

<center><a href="http://www.extravagantgrace.net" target="_blank"><img border="0" alt="Extravagant Grace" src="http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh102/extragrace/WFW/jer_17_150gif.gif" /></a><br /> </center>

<center><a href="http://www.extravagantgrace.net" target="_blank"><img border="0" alt="Photo Sharing and Video Hosting at Photobucket" src="http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh102/extragrace/24verses/sep1_num1424-1.jpg" /></a><br /> </center>

<center><a href="http://www.extravagantgrace.net" target="_blank"><img border="0" alt="Photo Sharing and Video Hosting at Photobucket" src="http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh102/extragrace/24verses/blessedbookmark2.png" /></a><br /> </center><br /> <center><a href="http://www.extravagantgrace.net/search?q=24+verses">Click here for the 24 Verses posted in this series.</a></center>

<center><a href="http://www.extravagantgrace.net" target="_blank"><img border="0" alt="Photo Sharing and Video Hosting at Photobucket" src="http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh102/extragrace/24verses/oct1_1peter1_15.jpg" /></a><br /> </center>

<center><a href="http://www.extravagantgrace.net/2009/12/about-24-verses.html" target="_blank"><img border="0" alt="Extravagant Grace" src="http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh102/extragrace/24verses/feb15_philippians4.png" /></a><br /> </center>

...feel free to grab this graphic to printout as a bookmark...

...this one will fit in a 4 x 6 frame...

<center><a href="http://www.extravagantgrace.net" target="_blank"><img border="0" alt="Extravagant Grace" src="http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh102/extragrace/24verses/col312.jpg" /></a><br /></center>

Contact

Do you have questions? Are you unsure where to begin? I'd love to help make your design need flow simply from concept to the finished result!

Please leave a comment below or send an email to eLisa @ especiallysimple (.) net.

Tip: How can I share my button or graphic with a code box?

Following these few steps will help you create a box with html coding to share your graphic or button:

Step 1 Upload your graphic to a provider, such as Photobucket. Once you do this, you will see an image of your graphic and coding, including a Direct Link (second option), like this:

Step 2
Open a post or an html sidebar widget in your blog.

Step 3
Copy this code below and paste into your open post or widget.

<center><a href=”1_URLofPOST” target=”_blank”>
<img src=” 2_DIRECTLINK_URL” border=”0″ 
alt=”3_NAMEofBUTTON”></a>

<textarea name="textarea" cols="15" rows="4" wrap="virtual"> 
<a href=”1_URLofPOST” target=”_blank”>
<img src=” 2_DIRECTLINK_URL” border=”0″ 
alt=”3_NAMEofBUTTON”></a> </textarea></center>

Step 4
Replace the words in red caps with the appropriate URL links and names accordingly:

1_URLofPOST = the link to the post or blog address that people will end up at when they click your button.

2_DIRECTLINK_URL = the url location where your graphic is housed (e.g., at Photobucket this is called Direct Link)

3_NAMEofBUTTON = Give your button a one word name of your choosing, which will come up when moused over

Step 5
The end result should show your graphic and code box, like this:

<center><a href="http://www.especiallysimple.net" target="_blank"><img border="0" alt="eSpecially Simple" src="http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh102/extragrace/especiallysimple/especiallysimpleblue_share.png" /></a><br /></center>

Done!

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to leave a comment or send an email to eLisa @ especiallysimple (.) net.

Keeping it simple,

New Client Questionnaire

Thank you for your interest in having Especially Simple work on your design and/or consulting project. Please take some time to answer the New Client Questionnaire Online.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to email elisa @ especiallysimple (.) net.

The Process

Approach to Design...
I like to approach each design first by finding out from you, the client, your vision, personality, and unique gifts. Through a series of conversations and questions, either by email or by phone, we unpack as much detail as possible to uncover the framework of your design need.

As I begin the design process, I explore color, shape, and content to combine the elements of traditional design with your needs in the forefront of my mind. When it comes to producing a final project, I look at it holistically, asking the question: Does this work meet the needs of my client in a creative and practical way, standing apart for it's uniqueness yet not compromising usability?

The Benefits of Consulting...
Do you have a great idea in mind but not sure how to translate that into reality? Are you struggling to find out why you're not connecting with your market? Then consulting may be an immediate solution to your challenging situation. As your consultant, I will come along side you, offering questions meant to draw out answers. Through applying my knowledge of public relations and marketing, as well as my natural bent to goal planning and organizational details, I will help you step-by-step bring your dream simply into full color reality.

Keeping It Especially Simple!
Starting on this creative journey is a simple 3 step process:

1. Engaging Ideas -- Let the Dialogue Begin
   
   All you need to do is send me an email (extragrace at gmail dot com) and share with me your ideas and needs. I will respond with a few business days, and our dialogue will begin. In a matter of a few emails or conversations, we will have a direction solidified to being your project.
   
   
2. Effortless Communication -- The Project Unfolds
   
   In this stage, we'll have agreed to the Terms of Design, payment will be made in full via PayPal. As questions arise, I will contact you, sharing drafts and concepts before the final debut.
   
   
3. Extraordinary Results -- The Project is Complete
   
   Your idea is now a reality! You walk away with new resources and I walk away with the satisfaction that my gifts were well used!

Especially Simply is all about bringing your dream into full color, especially for you and simply accomplished! If you have any questions, or are ready to get started, please don't hesitate to send me an email to elisa @ especiallysimple (.) net, or leave a comment below. I look forward to hearing from you!