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Re: Got any cool sites built with Sandvox you'd like to share?

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fayskelley

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Re: Got any cool sites built with Sandvox you'd like to share?

ThnX

I was wondering ...

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Fay

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fayskelley

Member

Re: Got any cool sites built with Sandvox you'd like to share?

Hi Everyone

A new site:
I am a member of a 4WD club in New Zealand, and here is the site I built using the Blueball Shadow Blue design. This site is mainly photo based, there are heaps of images not only of our members trucks, but some wonderful scenic photos of our spectacular part of New Zealand.

Some previous experience with Iweb, but seeing that it's now a goner, I searched the internet thoroughly, and all roads led to Sandvox. A very special thank you to the Sandvox team who answered my questions and help me solve minor problems!

The service from Sandvox in my opinion is fantastic, and should be a careful consideration of anyone looking for this kind of product, there are many companies who 'take the money and run', but not here! All questions are answered promptly and politely with helpful suggestions.

www.shotover4wdclub.co.nz

Please critique, your suggestions are most welcome!

Nice look 'n' !!!

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Fay

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fayskelley

Member

Re: Got any cool sites built with Sandvox you'd like to share?

www.mote.net.au   

We have been using Sandvox for quite a while now, migrating from the old Frontpage!  Very easy to use and quick turnaround with any issues.

Like your layout and combination of words and photos ...restful to the eye... wanted to read more.  Well done !

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Fay

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fayskelley

Member

Re: Got any cool sites built with Sandvox you'd like to share?

This is a work in progress as it's only about three weeks old.  I'm still coming up with conceptual changes.  I haven't sought search engine recognition or advertised the site yet.  Please feel free to offer any comments, criticisms, suggestions, etc.  Thanks!

http://HeLeadethMe.com

Stunning and artistic !

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Fay

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fayskelley

Member

Re: Got any cool sites built with Sandvox you'd like to share?

Nice efforts put in designing the site. The explanation given on each topic is too short.

could not get your link to work !

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Fay

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fayskelley

Member

Re: Got any cool sites built with Sandvox you'd like to share?

http://www.originalgreen.org is now completely converted.
http://www.mouzon.com is well underway.

Awesome  !!

I really liked the way you set up the guest book in Original Green

would you mind sharing how you did that please ?

Mouzon is GORGEOUS !

bravo ~

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Fay

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fayskelley

Member

Re: Got any cool sites built with Sandvox you'd like to share?

Hi, I have created a photography based one here www.stuartjack.net

Striking and very well done !  DRAMATIC !!!

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Fay

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fayskelley

Member

Re: Got any cool sites built with Sandvox you'd like to share?

Just answering my own question really.

Appears the problem is because I have placed no actual content in the "alresford photo collection" page.

Think this looks better?

http://www.alresfordheritage.co.uk

I like this one !

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Fay

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fayskelley

Member

Re: Got any cool sites built with Sandvox you'd like to share?

BTW, the Russian travel portal is http://itravelazbuka.com

Nice job with being able to click on all of the icons ... easy to find what you want.

Vivid and clean!   well done ~

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Fay

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fayskelley

Member

Re: Got any cool sites built with Sandvox you'd like to share?

This is the site I've just re-built using Sandvox, I know it's a bit 'Plain Jane' , but the purpose is to give information to people who are used to reading text and have a slightly longer attention span than average (i.e. librarians, miniature book collectors etc).

I've been checking out the other sites shown here and I suppose the width can make it look a bit 'templatey' but I like the page of handmade paper (Outside the Lines Blue) because it suits the site (handmade miniature books). I think that's the main design issue, choosing a theme that suits the subject.

My original site was built in Front Page, I changed to a mac and eventually found Sandvox, after struggling long with Dreamweaver. Sandvox is great for someone like me, who doesn't want that steep learning curve, but still wants a nice-looking functional site to showcase their work. Any comments appreciated.
www.dewaldenpress.com/

I like it!   Classic and easy to read.   The textures with the blue are very classy.  Well done.   No down-playing it !  :-)    Unusual.   A+

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Fay

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fayskelley

Member

Re: Got any cool sites built with Sandvox you'd like to share?

my photo portfolio

http://www.dkellyphotography.com/

OMGosh I cannot say enough good about your photographs.

I love the way I can click on -> and just whip thru them.

BRAVA on the B & W

what kind of camera did you use ?   Nikon D200 here.

Love your site!  STUNNING, CLASSY, BEAUTIFUL

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Fay

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fayskelley

Member

Re: Got any cool sites built with Sandvox you'd like to share?

Thanks for the amazing post, Now I will follow your instructions...!!

http://pakbiz.com/Share-Brokers_SID423.html

You found a great way to visually organize so much information and make it easy for anyone to click on exactly what they want quickly.

My hats off to you for handling such a complex task.

My only nit is that you have a lot of different types and sizes of fonts.   Maybe you need that struture to help the eye,
I am not graphic designer.

Very well done ~

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Fay

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fayskelley

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Re: Got any cool sites built with Sandvox you'd like to share?

http://www.davidjohn.info

Very professional and a real treat for the eye !  BRAVO !!!

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Fay

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fayskelley

Member

Re: Got any cool sites built with Sandvox you'd like to share?

After overcoming some fear & trepidation, and through an investment of (significant) time, I have finally converted my website to SV2. I also updated and changed my design. The result is that was able to produce a cleaner and more dynamic website using Blueball's Minimal Colors. I'm thrilled with the way it looks. I have also traveled the path many have discussed from hating the work required to make the transition to loving SV2.

I want to also thank Charlie of BB for all the help he provided in my transitioning to his SV2 with his design including giving me some code to correct some things in my file. However, I must say that I am not satisfied with Kuler. I was using their Big Time Design and bought their updated version. They made a number of changes to the design which in my eyes had diminished its attractiveness. I felt they were significant enough that I requested a refund. I believe those changes should have been disclosed to those upgrading the design. I sent an email to them through their website and have heard no response. Compare this to Charlie who responded to my requests within 24 hours. It should also be noted that Blueball provides free upgrades while Kuler does not (I did not have the Minimal colors design and had to purchase it, but it was well worth the price.)

Bob

www.bobswims.com

Really like your site!   Well balanced and easy to navigate.  Nice mix of photos.   And Congrats on your efforts !!

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Fay

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fayskelley

Member

Re: Got any cool sites built with Sandvox you'd like to share?

A site for a natural resource development company, developed with 2.x:

www.doublecrownresources.com

I also edited the interview video on the Media page.

Clients are very happy...

Awesome site!    love your disclaimer at the bottom   :-)

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Fay

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fayskelley

Member

Re: Got any cool sites built with Sandvox you'd like to share?

A site for a natural resource development company, developed with 2.x:

www.doublecrownresources.com

I also edited the interview video on the Media page.

Clients are very happy...

Not bad! The site flows really well. I have one problem with that theme, the stars. It could be so much better without them or having the option to have them. Really nice site though.

Thanks for the comments, I could see where the stars might raise an aesthetic issue. Couldn't argue with the price of the template though(Stars Orange)... not to mention the ease of use of the app. Every time I see my girlfriend struggle with SiteBuilder on Homestead... whew!

And then there's my site, made with a modified version of Skyline:

www.mastermixaudiomedia.com

WOW Snazzy !   Love the depth in your top photo ... and the slide show really adds interest.    Very well done !!

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Fay

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fayskelley

Member

Re: Got any cool sites built with Sandvox you'd like to share?

Hmm, I am looking for a cms that has a GUI for editing pages but also is dinamic cand sandvox handle that?

this site is Waaaaay too much FUN !!!    :-)

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Fay

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fayskelley

Member

Re: Got any cool sites built with Sandvox you'd like to share?

I posted this as its own topic before I saw this thread...  But I figured, what the heck?!  So here it is again.  My new cooking site.
www.tiffanykidder.com

Wow Tiffany ... I love your site.   I enjoy cooking and your site is fun and attractive.   Those free recipes will bring me back.

Nice looking FB like button.   Didn't come out like that on my site, but yours looks FAB !

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Fay

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fayskelley

Member

Re: Got any cool sites built with Sandvox you'd like to share?

Here's the site... please check it out and let me know what you think:

Home: http://nm4db.com/
Why?: http://nm4db.com/why/ (the underlying theory of why things need to change... and are changing)
What? How?: http://nm4db.com/what-how/ (this is where all the blogs of extra content are right now)

Got me hooked Steve ... I started reading your first site, looked at the clock and will continue tomorrow.   
Looking forward to your eBook and the rest of your site.  Well done !

Nite all!

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Fay

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audioman

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Re: Got any cool sites built with Sandvox you'd like to share?

You'll get there soon Fay. You need 107 posts.

fayskelley

Member

Re: Got any cool sites built with Sandvox you'd like to share?

You'll get there soon Fay. You need 107 posts.

Will someone paaaaaleaaaaz  answer my question, one of the moderators who works with Sandvox, OR,
one of the third party developers , as to how to leave my site exactly as it ...
but allow me to post wider PDF and wider looking photos ?

That is all I want to change on my website and it will be perfect ...

Thanks ~  fay kelley . com

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Fay

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macdafydd

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Re: Got any cool sites built with Sandvox you'd like to share?

Not sure I understand the qustions, but the width of a PDF depends on the Printer setup at the time the PDF is produced (paper size, orientation, etc.); as for photo widths, these can be adjusted eiter by selecting a photo and dragging its resize handles, or by selecting a photo and adjusting its dimensions in the Metrics inspector (looks like a ruler).

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It says "Avenger," but I am just a Sandvox user who has been assigned the title of Avenger here in order to be able to delete spam messages. http://davidneale.eu/

fayskelley

Member

Re: Got any cool sites built with Sandvox you'd like to share?

the photos will NOT be made as large as the file is with the drag handles ... They stay at HALF PAGE width and cannot be made larger.

There is nothing about a printer in my question ... Did you look at my web site ... can you READ the pdfs.   Last web site I could make them larger.

fay kelley . com

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Fay

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fayskelley

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Re: Got any cool sites built with Sandvox you'd like to share?

the RULER on my inspectors is GREYED OUT !

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Fay

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