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<description>Web Design News &amp; Tips</description>
<pubDate>Mon, 15 Mar 2010 14:40:41 -0500</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Learn Photoshop: All of the Basics for Beginners]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/Photoshop/learn-photoshop-all-of-the-basics-for-beginners/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/Photoshop/learn-photoshop-all-of-the-basics-for-beginners/</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 15 Mar 2010 14:40:41 -0500</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Photoshop</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/Photoshop/learn-photoshop-all-of-the-basics-for-beginners/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[While there are plenty of great learning resources available online, it's often difficult for beginners to know where to get started because everything seems to be scattered. With this post you'll find links to plenty of resources to teach you all the basics and fundamentals of Photoshop.<br/><br/>2 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[25 of the Best Non-Profit Websites]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/25-of-the-best-non-profit-websites/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/25-of-the-best-non-profit-websites/</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 08 Mar 2010 14:47:21 -0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Web Design</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/25-of-the-best-non-profit-websites/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[In recent years the quality of non-profit websites has improved dramatically. Fortunately, a growing number of organizations are recognizing the need for a quality website and the opportunities that it presents. In this post we'll showcase 25 well-designed sites of non-profit organizations.<br/><br/>12 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[25 Mega Menus for Your Design Inspiration]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/25-mega-menus-for-your-design-inspiration/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/25-mega-menus-for-your-design-inspiration/</comments>
<pubDate>Wed, 03 Mar 2010 13:24:53 -0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Web Design</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/25-mega-menus-for-your-design-inspiration/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Navigation is a critical element to any website. Mega menus are a current trend that take drop down menus a step further in attempt to make it easier for visitors to navigate through a large site.<br/><br/>14 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[How to Design a Blue Marketing Company Layout in Photoshop]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/Photoshop/how-to-design-a-blue-marketing-company-layout-in-photoshop/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/Photoshop/how-to-design-a-blue-marketing-company-layout-in-photoshop/</comments>
<pubDate>Tue, 16 Feb 2010 15:50:46 -0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Photoshop</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/Photoshop/how-to-design-a-blue-marketing-company-layout-in-photoshop/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[A detailed, step-by-step tutorial for designing a layout in Photoshop.<br/><br/>9 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[40 Beautiful Corporate Websites]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/40-beautiful-corporate-websites/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/40-beautiful-corporate-websites/</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2010 12:18:17 -0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Web Design</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/40-beautiful-corporate-websites/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[In today's marketplace, every company needs an effective website. Of course, the purposes and needs of each company's site will be unique, but every company should have a site that presents a professional image to visitors. That image should also be an accurate representation of the company and should work with other branding efforts to present consistent messages to customers. In this post we'll feature 40 well-designed corporate websites.<br/><br/>8 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[11 Great Resources to Find Free Icons]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/11-great-resources-to-find-free-icons/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/11-great-resources-to-find-free-icons/</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2010 12:11:16 -0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Web Design</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/11-great-resources-to-find-free-icons/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Having the right icons for a web design project can greatly enhance the end results. Finding the right icons, however, is not always an easy task. Fortunately, there are some sites that exist specifically to help people find the icons that they are looking for. If you find yourself looking for icons to use in your own work, try these resources.<br/><br/>7 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Showcase of Buttons in Web Design]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/showcase-of-buttons-in-web-design/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/showcase-of-buttons-in-web-design/</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 17:05:06 -0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Web Design</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/showcase-of-buttons-in-web-design/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Button design is usually a subtle element to a web design, but it can have a significant impact on the overall look and usability of the site. In this post we'll showcase a variety of types and styles of buttons. Hopefully this showcase can provide you with some inspiration and ideas for your own work.<br/><br/>2 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[25 jQuery Plugins for Working with Forms]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/25-jquery-plugins-for-working-with-forms/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/25-jquery-plugins-for-working-with-forms/</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 17:01:17 -0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Web Design</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/25-jquery-plugins-for-working-with-forms/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Almost every website uses a form of some kind. Contact forms and other types of forms can be enhanced with the use of a number of jQuery plugins that are readily available. In this post we'll feature 25 useful plugins that you may be able to use in your own work with forms.<br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Portfolio Design Tutorial and Free WordPress Theme]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/Photoshop/portfolio-design-tutorial-and-free-wordpress-theme/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/Photoshop/portfolio-design-tutorial-and-free-wordpress-theme/</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 18 Jan 2010 14:01:22 -0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Photoshop</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/Photoshop/portfolio-design-tutorial-and-free-wordpress-theme/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[A step-by-step tutorial for creating the homepage of a portfolio site in Photoshop, plus a free portfolio theme for WordPress.<br/><br/>2 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[15 Resources for Easily Creating Web Forms]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/15-resources-for-easily-creating-web-forms/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/15-resources-for-easily-creating-web-forms/</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 18 Jan 2010 13:58:08 -0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Web Design</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/15-resources-for-easily-creating-web-forms/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Almost every website needs some type of form, whether it be a contact/feedback form, a registration form, a survey, or an order form. Despite the fact that forms are a necessity for just about every project, designers and developers can often be frustrated by the process of creating them, especially more advanced forms.<br/><br/>2 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[29 Resources for Freelance Designers Operating on a Tight Budget – DesignM.ag]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/29-resources-for-freelance-designers-operating-on-a-tight-budget-–-designm-ag/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/29-resources-for-freelance-designers-operating-on-a-tight-budget-–-designm-ag/</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 11 Jan 2010 22:06:44 -0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Web Design</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/29-resources-for-freelance-designers-operating-on-a-tight-budget-–-designm-ag/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[There are plenty of highly-useful resources and web apps that have been created with freelance designers and developers in mind. But for many freelancers, especially those who are just getting started, pricing can be an issue. In this post we'll feature 29 resources that are not only very useful fore freelancers, but also extremely affordable. Many of them are free or offer a free plan, and the others are priced below the competition.<br/><br/>2 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[13 Simple CMS Options]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/13-simple-cms-options/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/13-simple-cms-options/</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 04 Jan 2010 20:55:04 -0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Web Design</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/13-simple-cms-options/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[While there are a lot of powerful and feature-rich content management systems available to choose from, designers often have the need to work on small sites for clients that may only have use for a fraction of the features offered by the CMS. In theses cases the ideal solution is to use a simple CMS that may offer limited features, but will be easier for clients to use.<br/><br/>2 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[65 Resources for Nature-Inspired Design]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/65-resources-for-nature-inspired-design/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/65-resources-for-nature-inspired-design/</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 04 Jan 2010 20:52:01 -0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Web Design</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/65-resources-for-nature-inspired-design/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[A current trend is web design inspired by nature. I'm sure you've seen sites with illustrated backgrounds or headers of a sky or horizon, or maybe a large background picture of something from nature. In this post we'll feature 65 resources that can help you with your own nature-inspired design. The post includes Photoshop tutorials, Photoshop brushes, textures, and vectors.<br/><br/>2 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Best Photoshop Website Layout Tutorials of 2009]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/Photoshop/best-photoshop-website-layout-tutorials-of-2009/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/Photoshop/best-photoshop-website-layout-tutorials-of-2009/</comments>
<pubDate>Wed, 30 Dec 2009 16:19:53 -0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Photoshop</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/Photoshop/best-photoshop-website-layout-tutorials-of-2009/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[As a final post for 2009, let's take a look back at the best tutorials for creating website layouts in Photoshop. There were a number of great tutorials of this kind throughout the year, many more than in years past, making it a great year for anyone who wants to improve their design skills. Here is a look at 25 of the best.<br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[10 Keys to Growth as a Designer]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/10-keys-to-growth-as-a-designer/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/10-keys-to-growth-as-a-designer/</comments>
<pubDate>Wed, 30 Dec 2009 16:12:40 -0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Web Design</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/10-keys-to-growth-as-a-designer/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[One of the most significant challenges that designers face is the need for continual improvement and development. The industry and technology can change very quickly and staying on top of things and working to improve your skills is necessary in order to have a successful career in web design. Fortunately, learning and improving will naturally occur to some degree as you continue to work on different projects and in different scenarios, but there will be times when you will have to make an effort to work on your own development.<br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[250+ Floral Photoshop Brushes]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/Photoshop/250-floral-photoshop-brushes-1/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/Photoshop/250-floral-photoshop-brushes-1/</comments>
<pubDate>Tue, 29 Dec 2009 15:31:23 -0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Photoshop</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/Photoshop/250-floral-photoshop-brushes-1/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[From time-to-time we publish collections of specific styles of Photoshop brushes. One of our most popular collections features floral brushes and it's now over a year old. Since the time that post was published many new brush sets have been released and we've come across some other good sets that weren't included in that post. Here we'll present a follow up with more than 250 brushes from 19 different packs.<br/><br/>2 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[25 of the Best Portfolio Sites of 2009]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/25-of-the-best-portfolio-sites-of-2009/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/25-of-the-best-portfolio-sites-of-2009/</comments>
<pubDate>Tue, 29 Dec 2009 14:56:59 -0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Web Design</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/25-of-the-best-portfolio-sites-of-2009/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[A showcase of the best designer portfolio sites from the year for your own design inspiration.<br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[25 Creative Blog Header Designs]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/25-creative-blog-header-designs/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/25-creative-blog-header-designs/</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 28 Dec 2009 07:22:48 -0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Web Design</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/25-creative-blog-header-designs/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[For designers, website and blog headers are frequently areas where creativity is on full display. In this post we'll feature 25 blogs with unique header designs.<br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[The 50 Best Adobe Illustrator Tutorials from 2009]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/Tutorials/the-50-best-adobe-illustrator-tutorials-from-2009/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/Tutorials/the-50-best-adobe-illustrator-tutorials-from-2009/</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 28 Dec 2009 07:20:56 -0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Tutorials</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/Tutorials/the-50-best-adobe-illustrator-tutorials-from-2009/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Since the year is winding down, we thought it would be helpful to go back and pick out the best Illustrator tutorials that were published in 2009. The year was full of great tutorials, and 50 of the best are featured here.<br/><br/>2 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[30 Gadget Design Tutorials for Photoshop]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/Photoshop/30-gadget-design-tutorials-for-photoshop/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/Photoshop/30-gadget-design-tutorials-for-photoshop/</comments>
<pubDate>Wed, 23 Dec 2009 07:38:32 -0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Photoshop</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/Photoshop/30-gadget-design-tutorials-for-photoshop/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Gadgets are a favorite subject for many designers. There are some excellent tutorials out there to help you create amazing results in Photoshop for this type of design, and we'll feature 30 of them here. You'll find tutorials for designing iPods, iPhones, a Blackberry, cell phones and more.<br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[50 High-Quality Free Fonts for Professional Design]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/50-high-quality-free-fonts-for-professional-design/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/50-high-quality-free-fonts-for-professional-design/</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 07 Dec 2009 17:34:36 -0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Web Design</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/50-high-quality-free-fonts-for-professional-design/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Designers love to have a lot of quality fonts available to them, and fortunately there are some very good free fonts out there. In this post we'll feature some of the best free fonts that can be used in your commercial designs.<br/><br/>9 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[25 Photoshop Tutorials for Designing Portfolio Sites  ]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/Tutorials/25-photoshop-tutorials-for-designing-portfolio-sites-/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/Tutorials/25-photoshop-tutorials-for-designing-portfolio-sites-/</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 07 Dec 2009 16:36:14 -0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Tutorials</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/Tutorials/25-photoshop-tutorials-for-designing-portfolio-sites-/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Designing a quality portfolio website is a must for any aspiring designer. In this post we'll look at 25 tutorials that will lead you through the process of designing a portfolio site in Photoshop. Hopefully these tutorials will teach you some new tricks and techniques that will be useful to you in your own work.<br/><br/>11 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Inspiration from Five Masters of Typography]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/DigitalArt/inspiration-from-five-masters-of-typography/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/DigitalArt/inspiration-from-five-masters-of-typography/</comments>
<pubDate>Wed, 02 Dec 2009 09:01:03 -0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Digital Art</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/DigitalArt/inspiration-from-five-masters-of-typography/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Some designers have talents that particularly stand out in specific aspects of design. Today we will be featuring the work of five designers that do amazing work with typography and text effects. For each designer you will see a sample of their work with links to some places where you can see more.<br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[35 Useful Scripts for Tooltips]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/35-useful-scripts-for-tooltips/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/35-useful-scripts-for-tooltips/</comments>
<pubDate>Wed, 02 Dec 2009 08:58:50 -0600</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Web Design</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/35-useful-scripts-for-tooltips/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Tooltips provide opportunities to give website visitors additional information without creating added clutter on the page. There are plenty of tooltip scripts available that can be used in your own work. In this post we'll feature 35 options.<br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Blog Design Showcase]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/blog-design-showcase/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/blog-design-showcase/</comments>
<pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2009 13:32:29 -0500</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Web Design</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/blog-design-showcase/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[A collection of 30 inspirational blog designs.<br/><br/>1 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[40 of the Best Non-Profit Websites]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/40_of_the_Best_Non-Profit_Websites/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/40_of_the_Best_Non-Profit_Websites/</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2009 14:50:19 -0500</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Web Design</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/40_of_the_Best_Non-Profit_Websites/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[A big showcase of the highest quality website designs used by non-profit and charitable organizations.<br/><br/>13 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Showcase of Testimonials in Web Design]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/Showcase_of_Testimonials_in_Web_Design/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/Showcase_of_Testimonials_in_Web_Design/</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2009 17:05:23 -0500</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Web Design</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/Showcase_of_Testimonials_in_Web_Design/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Testimonials from customers and clients are used on a lot of websites to demonstrate credibility and build trust. In response to a reader request, I put together this post to showcase testimonials in action on a variety of websites. Here youâ€™ll see more than 25 sites using testimonials, many with different approaches. Hopefully these will give you some ideas for use in your own design work.<br/><br/>13 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[500+ Watercolor Brushes for Photoshop]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/GraphicDesign/500_Watercolor_Brushes_for_Photoshop/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/GraphicDesign/500_Watercolor_Brushes_for_Photoshop/</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2009 17:04:31 -0500</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Graphic Design</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/GraphicDesign/500_Watercolor_Brushes_for_Photoshop/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Watercolor effects are very popular in web and graphic design right now. Achieving an impressive look can be much easier if you have the right brushes to create the watercolor effect. In this post weâ€™ll feature the best brush sets of this kind.<br/><br/>10 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[25 of the Best Websites for Educational Institutions]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/25_of_the_Best_Websites_for_Educational_Institutions/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/25_of_the_Best_Websites_for_Educational_Institutions/</comments>
<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2009 03:28:38 -0500</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Web Design</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/25_of_the_Best_Websites_for_Educational_Institutions/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[The need for schools, universities and other educational institutions to have a quality website is constantly increasing as online technologies become a bigger part of the educational process, and as students and prospective students turn to the internet for information.<br /><br />In this post weâ€™ll feature 25 well-designed educational websites.<br/><br/>10 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[30 Sets of High-Quality Adobe Illustrator Brushes]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/GraphicDesign/30_Sets_of_High-Quality_Adobe_Illustrator_Brushes/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/GraphicDesign/30_Sets_of_High-Quality_Adobe_Illustrator_Brushes/</comments>
<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2009 03:24:54 -0500</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Graphic Design</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/GraphicDesign/30_Sets_of_High-Quality_Adobe_Illustrator_Brushes/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Good Illustrator brushes are a little bit harder to find than good Photoshop brushes, but there are some quality, free sets out there. Several months ago I published a collection of 45 sets of Illustrator brushes, and today weâ€™ll feature 30 additional sets.<br/><br/>11 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Design a Clean Blog Theme in Photoshop]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/Photoshop/Design_a_Clean_Blog_Theme_in_Photoshop/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/Photoshop/Design_a_Clean_Blog_Theme_in_Photoshop/</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 14:44:59 -0500</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Photoshop</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/Photoshop/Design_a_Clean_Blog_Theme_in_Photoshop/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[This post shows the process for designing a clean blog layout in Photoshop, step-by-step.<br/><br/>15 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Photoshop Tutorial Hall of Fame]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/Photoshop/Photoshop_Tutorial_Hall_of_Fame/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/Photoshop/Photoshop_Tutorial_Hall_of_Fame/</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 14:43:48 -0500</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Photoshop</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/Photoshop/Photoshop_Tutorial_Hall_of_Fame/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[A collection of the best Photoshop tutorials (more than 60 tutorials featured).<br/><br/>10 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[25 Websites with Lighting Effects - Part 2]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/25_Websites_with_Lighting_Effects_-_Part_2/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/25_Websites_with_Lighting_Effects_-_Part_2/</comments>
<pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 17:24:14 -0500</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Web Design</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/25_Websites_with_Lighting_Effects_-_Part_2/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[A collection of inspiring website designs using creative lighting effects.<br/><br/>11 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[500+ Splatter Brushes for Photoshop]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/GraphicDesign/500_Splatter_Brushes_for_Photoshop/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/GraphicDesign/500_Splatter_Brushes_for_Photoshop/</comments>
<pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 16:21:08 -0500</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Graphic Design</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/GraphicDesign/500_Splatter_Brushes_for_Photoshop/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[A large collection of the best brush packs for creating splatter effects.<br/><br/>7 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Showcase of Big Backgrounds in Web Design]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/Showcase_of_Big_Backgrounds_in_Web_Design/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/Showcase_of_Big_Backgrounds_in_Web_Design/</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 16:58:44 -0500</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Web Design</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/Showcase_of_Big_Backgrounds_in_Web_Design/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[A collection of websites with large background images.<br/><br/>15 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Website Layout Toolbox]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/Photoshop/Website_Layout_Toolbox/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/Photoshop/Website_Layout_Toolbox/</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 16:54:43 -0500</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Photoshop</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/Photoshop/Website_Layout_Toolbox/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[A collection of tutorials, resources and articles dealing with various aspects of website layouts.<br/><br/>15 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Button Design Showcase]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/Button_Design_Showcase/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/Button_Design_Showcase/</comments>
<pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 17:05:25 -0500</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Web Design</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/Button_Design_Showcase/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[A collection with 40 examples of button designs on websites.<br/><br/>9 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[CMS Toolbox]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/CMS_Toolbox/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/CMS_Toolbox/</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 13:34:42 -0500</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Web Design</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/WebDesign/CMS_Toolbox/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[A collection of resources for content management systems, and helpful information for choosing the right one.<br/><br/>11 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[25 Photoshop Tutorials for Working with Textures]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/Tutorials/25_Photoshop_Tutorials_for_Working_with_Textures/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/Tutorials/25_Photoshop_Tutorials_for_Working_with_Textures/</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 12:31:10 -0500</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Tutorials</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/Tutorials/25_Photoshop_Tutorials_for_Working_with_Textures/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Being able to work with texture in Photoshop gives you endless possibilities for your design. There are a variety of different approaches when it comes to adding texture, some are simple and others are more advanced. The 25 tutorials featured in this post will help you to learn a number of different techniques that can be used in your own design.<br/><br/>13 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[14 Tutorials for Creating Photoshop Brushes]]></title>
<link>http://www.designfloat.com/Photoshop/14_Tutorials_for_Creating_Photoshop_Brushes/</link>
<comments>http://www.designfloat.com/Photoshop/14_Tutorials_for_Creating_Photoshop_Brushes/</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 16:54:02 -0500</pubDate>
<dc:creator>vandelay</dc:creator>
<category>Photoshop</category>
<guid>http://www.designfloat.com/Photoshop/14_Tutorials_for_Creating_Photoshop_Brushes/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[The effective use of brushes is an essential skill for anyone who wants to be a skilled Photoshop designer. There are countless brush packs that you can download for free, and other that you can buy, but sometimes you will want to use a brush that doesnâ€™t yet exist. In these situations you may want to make your own brushes.<br/><br/>13 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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