How to Make a Favicon and Insert it Into Blogger

First--what is a FAVICON? Look up at the top of this blog where the address bar is...See the fleur de lis? That is a favicon. It is a teeny tiny picture to put into your blog address to personalize it.

If you would like to create a favicon for your blog,

first go HERE. At this website, you will upload a

picture from your computer and it will automatically

create a small favicon for you. When you get the

picture, save it to your desktop.

Then, go to your blog. For purposes of this

demonstation, I am showing you my Whimsical Musings

blog.

As you look at your own blog, go to the top of the page

where it says "Design" and click it.

Here you will come to your Template. At the top

left, you will see it says "favicon."

At this point, click "Edit."

Now you will be asked to choose a file from your desktop.

You will choose the image you just made at the other

website. So, choose the file and click "save."

Now, exit your blog completely and once you are

at your browser, come back and visit your

blog again. Your favicon should appear up in

the search bar.

Note: Sometimes they are tricky and you may have

to insert them more than once--I know because I had

that happen, although I have no idea why! But, if it does

give you a problem, just try to upload it again.

I hope that this has been helpful. I am the author

of 3 Amazon e-books.

These are not technical in nature, but rather

are inspiration for creating your blogs.

Blog from the Heart: A Woman's Guide to Blogging

Blogging: It's a "Woman" Thing

For Brides Only: Creating a Wedding Blog

Thanks so much for visiting! If this was helpful,

please let me know. I'd always appreciate it if

you could post this to Facebook--the button

is right underneath this post and says "F."

All the best,

Cindy

How to Add a Blog Button to Blogger

Many people want to know how to add a blog button to their blogs. I will show you how to insert on your blog.

But, first make sure that you save the button to your desktop so that you can work with it.

So, how is that done? 

Here is a screen shot of my personal blog. On your own Blogger blog, go to the top and push "Design" at the upper right. You will then come to your template page. 

Here is a picture of the Template Page.

On the left sidebar, you will see LAYOUT.  Click it.  It will take you to your layout page.  Click "Add a Gadget."

Once you do, a drop-down menu will appear.  Scroll down it until you see "Picture."

You will add your button as a "picture."  (If you notice, there is a picture of a tree in green.) Make sure that you know how the picture is labeled on your desktop so that you can find it.

When you push the word PICTURE, another drop-down menu will appear.  It is not pictured here.  It says CONFIGURE IMAGE at the top of it.  This is where you will choose a file from your desktop.  Look for the image that is your blog button picture.

There is also a space to give it a name.  If it is your own blog button that you are inserting, just call it My Blog Button.

Later, if you ever want to move your blog buttons around, this will make it handy for you.

When you add your OWN blog button, you do not need to insert an address...

Click "Save" and you're done!  All you need is the button and to label it with a name, "My Blog Button"--easy, peasy!

(When you get used to doing this, you can insert a blog button in a matter of seconds!)

If you are inserting someone else's button, you need to type their address in where it asks for their link.

If you are inserting my blog button, you will type in: cindyadkinswhimsicalmusings.blogspot.com

Once the picture is inserted and the link is typed in, click "Save."

If you don't, it will disappear!

Now go back to your blog to make sure that you see it on your sidebar.

If you have inserted a friend's button, make sure that you reach their address if you click on it.

If it did not work, just go back and make sure that you entered their address properly. If you

inserted the blog button on your sidebar, but it does not navigate to your friend's blog,

it is of NO use!

Important: If you want to insert a blinking button, simply go to your template exactly the same way. When the dropdown menu appears, do not look to insert a "picture." Instead, take the html code from the button that you want (you will see it underneath the blinking button on the person's blog) and then insert the code under "HTML." That's it!  In other words, you still go to "Add a Gadget," but you don't enter it as a picture.  The drop-down menu has an option of inserting an html code for it instead.

Was this helpful for you? Please let me know!!!

If you need more info. that is FUN, I hope you will read my new ebooks on Amazon. Blogging: It's a Woman Thing and Blog from the Heart: A Woman's Guide to Blogging. Yes, they are filled with inspiration for you to make your blogging rock!

If you need a blog button designed for your blog, as a graphic artist, I do design them and would be happy to. A blog button is necessary if you want people to post them with back-links for your blog. We ALL need more back-links! lol Just email me for the price at: Cindylou_20@hotmail.com They're not expensive!

Thanks for visiting!

How to Blog--Blog from the Heart: A Woman's Guide to Blogging

Have you read my new ebook on Amazon? It's called

Blog from the Heart: A Woman's Guide to Blogging.

Most people tell me that the hardest thing about writing

a blog is coming up with fresh content. No worries! This

book will give you all kinds of tips and guidelines as

to what to write about to make your blog a "fun read"

for everyone who visits.

You can download the book in minutes and be on your way

to creating a FABULOUS blog that you truly care about

and that others will be eager to visit!!!

To see some examples, visit my main blog,

Cindy Adkins Whimsical Musings--There's always

so much going on there--contests, giveaways, and

this week--A FREE Seminar About Blogging.

Why not grab a cup of tea and come take a look.

It will be fun and informative and give you a

chance to meet and visit with LOTS of fellow

bloggers!!!

XO

Cindy

Blogging: It's a "Woman" Thing

So many women want help with starting or improving their blogs. I have a new ebook that has just been published on Amazon called Blogging: It's a "Woman" Thing and I am so excited. Have you ever wondered how to get new visitors to your blog or how to keep up with writing new content? This book can give you valuable tips. But, more than that, it's my personal story.

I love being helpful. During the course of my blogging experience (which has been awesome) I have been asked so many questions and this book, as well as Blog from the Heart: A Woman's Guide to Blogging help to answer so many of those questions--and more.

XO

Cindy

Creative, Indeed!

Hi Everyone~

I would like to introduce you to Sherry

of Createology!! Sherry designs, sews,

runs her own Etsy shop, and creates

all kinds of paper crafts too!!

Hmmm....I wonder what she does in her spare time?

My guess is that every moment with this amazing

woman is all about getting her creative groove

on!

Of course, this ATC complete with Dorothy's red shoes

stole my heart~

And this Boho pouch was created by hand--a true

sign of Sherry's versatility!

Have a wonderfully creative week, everyone!!!

XO

Cindy

Sew Adorable!

Hi Everyone~

If you have ever seen this picture, then chances are that you have

been to Angela’s blog, Sew Loquacious. I have known Angela for

quite a long time and I am always amazed at her sewing talents.

Angela just opened up an Etsy store where she sells adorable

zipper pouches and I wanted to share them with you here.

As you can see, they come in all different styles!

I hope you will go over and say "hi" to Angela--

I know she'd love to hear from you!

Her blog is at: Sew Loquacious

XO

Cindy

It's All in the Details!

Hi Everyone~

I would like to introduce you to Heather Jacob from

Australia. Heather is on the design team at

Scrap for Help and her work is amazing!!

Here are just some examples of her beautiful

creations....

Heather's attention to detail is astounding...

I included pictures here of close-ups of some of her

work to show you how intricate it is...

If you go to visit her blog, you will be able to see some

of these pieces in totality--They are breathtaking!!

Heather's blog, Art and Life is here!!

Thank you so much for coming to visit. I am so happy

for you to meet Heather as she is not only a wonderful

artist, but a special friend, as well. I am tickled pink

to show you her work!!

XO

Cindy

Simply Adorable!

Hi Everyone~

I would like to introduce you to Jacira from

Jacira Scrap! I love this beautiful picture

of mother and daughter.

I wanted to share some of Jacira's beautiful work

with you~Don't you just love this bird house?

Jacira's work is diverse as it is gorgeous!

Isn't this box special?

Jacira always pays so much attention to detail and

her work is so original--Each piece is carefully

crafter and "takes flight" in her hands.

Thank you so much for coming to visit~I hope you

will stop by and say "hi" to Jacira. I know that

she'd LOVE to hear from you!!!

To visit here, go HERE.

Spread the love.

Have a wonderful week~

XO

Cindy

Beauties from the Sea

Hi Everyone~

I hope that you are having a fun summer~

I would like to introduce you to Della of

Del's Shells~

Della has truly beautiful creations--

all of them are made from shells...

Della also has an Etsy store that you can

reach from her blog...I know that you

will enjoy seeing all of her beauties from

the sea.

Wishing you all a beautiful week ahead!!

XO

Cindy

Pure Happiness!

Hi Everyone~

As you know, I just LOVE introducing you to new artists!!! Marivic has beautiful Etsy store called Berry 71 Bleu--and I adore what she creates!!!

Her tags are perfection!

So much detail--Each one is like a little world of imagination!!!

I hope you've enjoyed meeting Marivic and I hope you'll take a look at her shop!!

XO

Cindy

For the Love of Cloches

My friend Dee at A Lapin Life is so creative~It seems to come so naturally for her! Just look at her amazing cloche designs. I couldn't wait to share them with you.

Isn't this just too precious? I adore these pots!

And look at this amazing display of sea shells...

I made Dee a collage and was so surprised when she put it "under glass!"

Here are some cloches available in my Etsy shop--I am always on the look-out for these spectacular treasures because they add so much charm to decorating and take a room from pretty to "wow!"

Just think of what you can put inside and change out with the seasons...

A Birdcage Cloche from my shop already completed...

And just imagine the possibilities with this French Farmhouse Cloche!

Thank you so much for stopping by and for meeting my special friend, Dee. I hope you'll go visit her and say "hi!"

Wishing you a wonderfully creative week~

XO

Cindy

Pure Beauty

Hi Everyone-

I would like to introduce a wonderful woman to you named Celeste of Celestina Marie Designs. Many of you probably know her already!!

Celeste creates beautiful art as you can see by these photos~

But, that’s not all--She makes beautiful tablescapes.

And is there more? Oh yes! Celeste has designed ornaments for the White House Christmas tree and was not only invited once, but twice, to the White House to celebrate the occasions! Here are some pictures from her visits.

I hope that you will go over and visit Celeste and say “hi” from me!

Her blog: Celestina Marie Designs

And if you would like to visit her Etsy shop to see all of her

wonderful treasures, look for this button on her sidebar

and it will take you there!

Have a wonderful, creative week!!!

XO

Cindy

A Real Gem

Hi Everyone~

I would like to introduce you to a wonderful woman.

Her name is Lorena and her work on her blog and

in her Etsy store is so beautiful.

Just look at this adorable mailbox!

And these precious light switch covers.

And this beautiful cross...And Lorena makes all of

her own roses...Such a special person which such

gorgeous work! I'm so happy to introduce her to you.

I hope you will enjoy visiting her blog and taking a

peek inside her wonderful Etsy store.

Lorena is at: Rose Chic Friends

Also, I've got a BIG giveaway going on at my

Whimsical Musings blog--I hope you'll come

enter!!!

Hugs from me,

Cindy