Resources
I often get asked what resources I use to blog. I decided to create a list of all my favorite resources that you, the readers, ask about the most.
Some of this page contains affiliate links. This means I do get a small commission when you purchase through one of these links. It doesn’t cost you anything additional for you to use that link, but it does help me keep this blog up and running.
As always, I believe in being completely transparent with you, and I only recommend products I truly believe in. There are a bunch of resources that didn’t make this list too. I want to eliminate the guesswork and provide your the best resources out there, just in case you desires to start your own blog. I believe we are better when we support one another.
If you have any feedback on your own experiences using these tools, please let me know. I would love to hear your input too. That’s how we learn, together.
WEBSITE TOOLS
BLUEHOST
Bluehost is the most reliable and affordable hosting service on the market! They offer hosting plans as low as $3.95/month. As an added bonus, you also receive a free domain when you purchase your hosting!
ELEMENTOR
Not a coder? Not a worry. Elementor is the world’s leading wordpress page builder. Design the most pixel perfect site, while producing 100% clean code. Take your design vision and turn it into a stunning custom-made website. It’s simple to use and gives you all the creativity you could want as a self made web designer!
MARKETING TOOLS
Canva allows me to create beautiful social media graphic. Their premade templates, unique fonts, free graphics and stock photos allow me to create my own branding. The best part is your images then apply it to all social media platforms, not just Pinterest. The creativity using this designer is endless!
PLANOLY
This is my favorite time saving tool managing my Instagram. Using the grid feature, I can see what all my photos will look like in my feed making sure I’m effectively posting visually stimulating content. I can also schedule posts, draft captions, and make # collections all saving me valuable time.
PHOTO EDITING
LIGHTROOM
Adobe Lightroom can help you edit your photos on your desktop, mobile device, or online for perfect photos every time. Expand your photography skills to edit, organize, store, and share your best work yet. This is a must have program for any photo base media.
PHOTOSHOP
The world’s best imaging and graphic design software is at the core of just about every creative project, from photo editing and compositing to graphic design. Easy to use and now portable on your tablet or phone. Add graphics, text and/or resize your images to help optimize your brand.
EQUIPMENT
