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Permalink Reply by M. G. July 14, 2017 at 7:51am

I am also curious about such sites. Janet, what sites have you used so far? You can look for general logos on Pinterest also if you have not already.

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Permalink Reply by Janet Bramham July 15, 2017 at 10:24am

Hi I've been trying a few and like Tailor Brands, Graphic Springs and Ucraft. I have now realised I'm also confused about what package to purchase, as they offer basic and then also a range of files for use in social media etc.See my reply to Christine Amanda, for a couple of examples of what I've created for free but when I tried to load these to facebook I could't get the size right. I will look on Pinterest as I hadn't tried there. Many Thanks Janet

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Permalink Reply by Christine Amanda July 14, 2017 at 7:25pm

If cost is not an issue, have you considered asking a local graphic designer in your area to help you design a logo? A friend of mine designed the logo for my millinery brand (in my profile picture) and also assisted me with designing business cards, even recommending places I could have them printed. Often a design student or university graduate may have slightly less expensive rates, and would appreciate the support and the work for their portfolio.

When I googled for millinery business logos, I couldn't find a lot! Most milliners seemed to use their full name and "Millinery", but I had a business name registered already (plus my surname is very common!) so I wanted something a bit different. I make mainly headpieces, rather than full hats, so my logo reflects this.

I studied graphic design, I've been working in IT for a while now so felt like I needed some help designing my logo. However, I feel that online logo making sites are often limited in the fonts and graphics that they offer, and it's hard to make the logo truly fit your brand and personality.

I used Pinterest to build a mood board of logos that I liked the look of, and sent this to the designer I worked with. I'd also write down a few key words regarding the desired look and feel of your brand - eg. "timeless", "elegant", "contemporary", "fun" - and make sure your final logo fits with these brand values. Hope this helps!

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Permalink Reply by Janet Bramham July 15, 2017 at 10:16am

Hi Christine, Thank you for your response.  Your Logo looks amazing and reflects your designs very well.  I wasn't looking to spend a lot and wanted to keep it simple.  I too am looking to not just use my name and mainly making Crowns and Perchers.  I was going to use Lady B Millinery as Lady B is my nick name at work.  You make a good point about not being a traditional Milliner so I may change to Lady B Designs. I've created the below so far, I will now I've seen yours  look at local grapic design costs. Many Thanks Janet  

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Permalink Reply by Natasha Mobey July 28, 2017 at 7:26pm

I just got mine done on vistaprint you tell them the kind of thing you want and they will email 3 options back when you have decided on one they will make any changs to it for you it was very quick aswell about 48 hours.
I would add a picture but I'm not to sure how to add a picture to my reply.
Thanks
Natasha

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Permalink Reply by Janet Bramham August 2, 2017 at 9:25am

Thanks Natasha I didn't think about using Vista Print. I ended up using Logo joy and then ordered business cards from Vista Print. I post the result soon. Regards Janet

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Permalink Reply by Janet Bramham August 21, 2017 at 9:40am

Hi Natasha

This is what I ended up with using Logojoy.  I used this as the picture on my business cards which arrived looking great from Vista Print.  I have worked out if you click on the picture icon on th top left when you hit reply you can add a picture.  Regards Janet

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Permalink Reply by Janet Bramham August 21, 2017 at 9:42am

Hi All Just thought I would share the end result of my logo from Logo Joy.  I ordered business cards from Vista Print which arrived promptly and were of a high quality.  Its a bit of a long process doing it yourself online but for around $60.00 really worth it. Regards Janet

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Permalink Reply by Elaine Mergard August 21, 2017 at 2:53pm

Congrats Janet - perfect .....millinery is a serious business now you have a recognisable label xx

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Permalink Reply by Janet Bramham August 21, 2017 at 5:54pm

Thanks Elaine it takes lots of time to do it yourself online but worth it in the end.

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