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Top 10 Everything Typepad Posts Published in 2018

Top 10 Everything Typepad Posts Published in 2018

With 2019 quickly getting closer, we thought we would take a look at some of our more popular posts from 2018. There are some amazing gems here. Take a moment and review. Add these features to your blog in 2019 (or before 2018 ends)!

 

Rolling Out Of Beta: Sidebar Carousel

Sidebar carousel

If you're not familiar with the Sidebar Carousel, it places a slideshow of the images from one category of posts to your blog's sidebar. These pictures will then rotate, based on the various settings you can choose.

Back To Basics: Integrating Social Media With Your Blog

Back to Basics_ Integrating social media with your blog

With the popularity of social networks like Twitter and Facebook these days, integrating social media with your blog is a necessary strategy for helping readers find your content where they are. 

Can I Make My Blog Not Look Like A Blog? 

Can I make my blog not look like a blog

Did you know that your blog with Typepad does not have to look like a blog? If you have a business and you want to keep your blog but expand your web presence, you can build a website around your blog.

Rolling Out Of Beta: Post Carousel

Post Carousel

The Post Carousel adds a slideshow of the latest posts to the top of your blog. Photos from the most recent posts will rotate through the carousel. It's a great way to catch your reader's eye as they visit your blog.

Blogger Beware - What You Need To Know About Using Images On Your Blog

Blogger Beware

Images are a great way to draw attention to your blog post and give it some pizzazz! Sometimes we may want to use an image that we may not have in our personal photo folder. It’s so easy to do a Google search and just grab one that’s appealing from the results right? Wrong! Allow us to help you avoid any potential issues using unauthorized images.

Help! My Domain Name Does Not Work Without the WWW!

Domian with out www

Do you still type "www" when you visit a website? Or do you just type "example.com?" Why is that www even necessary? Learn more about your domain and how to forward your non-www domain to your www domain. 

Design Lab: Posts and Sidebar

Design Lab Sidebar and Posts

Our Design Lab allows you to customize your theme to fit your blog branding. Customize the font, color and size of your text in your blog posts and sidebar.

Amazing Tools To Aid In Blogging

Blogging Tools

There are many tools in a blogger's arsenal that help make blogging easy and fun. Learn about Pocket, Canva, Hootsuite and much more.

Design Lab: Navigation Bar

Navigation Bar

Your blog should be easy to navigate. There is nothing worse than getting lost trying to find information. Great blogs make it easy for readers to find information no matter how they came to the blog. Our Design Lab is here to make it easy to customize your navigation bar so readers can easily find the correct information.

We hope you had an great 2018 with us! In the comments tell us the feature you loved using this year or the feature you are going to add to your blog. 


Typepad Bloggers Weekly Roundup


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Every week we share Typepad blogs that have caught our eye and have shared over social media.  Check them out! 

Girlygeekchic

Girly Geek Chic is about bridging the gap between computers and pretty dresses. Written by Trimid dew Lanns, author of Ella Cerulean, her blog chronicles her life’s adventures and joys.

Tcozy

The T-Cozy is a blog exploring vintage handmade goods. See her amazing finds from flea markets and estate sales.

Frenchlavie

French La Vie is the story of a woman living in France with her family. She loves antiquing and shares her amazing finds through her blog.

Zooborn

ZooBorns is a blog about Baby Animals! Your cute levels will explode! Get all the latest news about baby from zoos around the world.

Angrychicken

Angry Chicken is a creative blog from Amy Karol. Passionate about sewing - she documents her many projects for all to see. Read more today!

Danbarry
Dave Barry's Blog shares humorist articles from around the web.

Raisintoast
Raisin Toast is the life journal of the Susan. She shares stories about her family, art, and much more. 

Holly
Boughs of Holly is the quilting blog from Hollyhill Quilt Shoppe & Mercantile. With brilliant colors and amazing patterns, learn more about quilting today!

Stylenectar
Style Nectar is a fusion of Holistic Lifestyle, Food & Fine Art!  Love is beauty. Health is wealth. And compassion is the best accessory!

Zabars
Zabar's blog is from the famous New York City gourmet epicurean emporium. Learn new recipes and check out their amazing deals and gift baskets!


Typepad Bloggers Weekly Roundup

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Every week we share Typepad blogs that have caught our eye and have shared over social media.  Check them out! 

Nana_co
Nana Company is a blog for quilters! From Amy Sinibaldi, a self taught quilter that sees a project and learns how to do it.

Stitchinpost

Discover education, inspiration, and creativity at Stitchin Post, the premier makery in the Pacific Northwest for quilts, kits, yarns, and workshops.


Peregrine Publishing
Stephen Wendell has been creating characters, scenarios, and fantastic worlds for over 30 years. Check out his many adventures and books at Peregrine Publishing.


Tony Mase

A student of Wallace D. Wattles, Tony Mase now uses the lessons he learned to help others improve themselves. Learn more today!


Visions and Verses

Inspirational handmade cards are keepsakes to be treasured through the years.  Visions And Verses have many different card ideas for you to choose from.

EAB Designs

EAB Designs presents hand-crafted French and Scandinavian inspired home decor as well as unique fashion accessories. Read their blog today to learn more about the latest projects.

Turkey Feathers

Turkey Feathers is the little crafting corner of Vicki Haninger. She blogs about home crafts and her everyday adventures. Enjoy!


Design Inspiration

Spreading colour & pattern one stencil at a time. Design Inspiration makes reusable stencils for decoration & signage.

Positively Present

Have a positive day with Positively Present! Learn about positivity, awareness and self-love from this amazing blog!


Attic 24Lucy is the author of Attic 24, a blog all the way from Yorkshire Dales in England. The blog expresses her passion for crochet and color. Share in her creative journey today.

Seesaw

Written by Liza Cowan, SeeSaw is a blog about art, ephemera, collecting, and history. View more today!


Want More Blog Traffic? Build A Community

Want More Blog Traffic_ Build A Community

Now that your blog is created, and you have blog posts published, the next step is getting people to read it.  Building a blog following takes some time and you must put into the work - not just on your own blog, but in seeking out other bloggers. 

Connect With Other Bloggers

Besides sharing your blog with people you already know, look for other bloggers who write about similar topics or topics that interest you.  You can create a free account with a website like Bloglovin' to discover new blogs. We have more recommendations of places to join to connect with other bloggers here.

Build A Blogger Community

Once you start following blogs and leaving thoughtful comments regularly on their posts, the blogger will get to know you. If available, always include a link to your blog in your comment so other readers and the blog owner can check out your blog.  Building an online community is so important for growing your blog. This includes following and connecting with other bloggers on Social Media. Responding to tweets or retweeting a blog update is a courtesy that will likely be reciprocated.

We have more tips on how to bring more readers to your blog via social media, email lists, and SEO in our Knowledge Base


Typepad Bloggers Weekly Roundup

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Every week we share Typepad blogs that have caught our eye and have shared over social media.  Check them out! 

Afuturehope
Johnny and his family moved to Kenya and opened an orphanage. They are doing their part to provide a hopeful future for these children. Learn more about their lives in A Future And A Hope and see how you can support their cause.

Dogscats
Learn about the cutest animals up for adoption and what it takes to run an animal rescue. Check out the blog from Winnie's Wish Rescue - Daily Dose of Dogs (aka Cats with your Coffee)

Clutter
Clutter is all over. Help make sense of all the political, sports and random clutter with Clearing Out the Clutter.

Tea
Tea lovers, you have your own scrapbook! Check out The Tea Enthusiast's Scrapbook and discover some new teas to try out!

Specialfood
Hand crafted spices for that special cook or baker in your life. Check out Terra Americana and spice up your kitchen.

Aerial
Flying through the air, dodging in and out of the clouds. Own a great flight print from Photographer and Digital Artist, Gary Eason and read about his experiences at Aerial Combat


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Get inspired by the art from Roulier's Rusty Reliques. Explores all things art, the studio, and get a glimpse of works in progress.

Screen Shot 2018-12-05 at 6.14.50 PMEnjoy It is written by Elise Blaha. Creator of the planner, 'Get To Work Book.' This blog is where she shares general life musings, insight into being a small business owner and some craft projects! Enjoy It!


Typepad Bloggers Weekly Roundup

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Every week we share Typepad blogs that have caught our eye and have shared over social media.  Check them out! 

Creative Jewish Mom

Creative Jewish Mom is a great DIY for amazing crafts. Learn different ways to cultivate joy in your home with crafts, cooking, more.

The ScenestarThe Scenestar is all about the LA-based music scene. Get band interviews, news, album, and show reviews.

HinesSight

If you love Salem, Oregon you will love HinesSight. Keep up with all the political news and issues in the area. Check out the blog today.

FDA Law Blog

FDA Law Blog has its finger on the pulse of the FDA and provides insight into the universities and companies regulated by the FDA.

Spirit ClothSpirit Cloth is an great blog from Jude Hill. She creates spirit cloths. This is art is amazing. Join her as she goes though the process.

Song Of My Heart

Lyssa Zwolanek is the author of Song of My Heart. A creative blog to help with your stamping