I Might Need a Vistaprint Intervention

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Discussion Overview

The thread revolves around participants sharing their experiences and feelings about using Vistaprint for creating marketing materials related to Pampered Chef. Many express a sense of addiction to the platform, discussing various products and designs they have created or wish to create.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, shares their struggle with addiction to Vistaprint, noting they enjoy designing marketing materials but manage to limit their spending.
  • Another participant expresses envy towards those who are more creative, indicating they feel less skilled in design.
  • Several users mention their excitement about ordering products from Vistaprint, including banners and tote bags, and share their anticipation for upcoming events.
  • One participant discusses the challenges of uploading personal designs, seeking advice from others on how to create effective marketing materials.
  • Another participant shares detailed instructions on how to create business cards using Vistaprint, highlighting the process and features available on the site.
  • Some participants express concern about sharing personal information on car magnets or clings, discussing what details they feel comfortable including.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the level of creativity among participants, with some feeling confident in their design abilities while others do not. There is no clear consensus on the best practices for using Vistaprint, as experiences and preferences vary widely.

Contextual Notes

Participants are primarily Pampered Chef consultants sharing personal experiences with Vistaprint, focusing on marketing materials for their businesses. The discussion reflects a mix of excitement, creativity, and practical challenges faced while using the service.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for inspiration or insights into using Vistaprint for their marketing needs may find this discussion relevant.

sk8rgrrl99
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I think I'm addicted to vistaprint. I just can't stay off that website. I've designed logos, played with all the designs on just about every product available. Luckily I haven't spent more than $20 or so on there... I do know when to walk away before purchasing but I can't stop designing Pampered Chef marketing materials!
 
Hahahahahaha! It's too bad we can't set up a group PC account! I envy folks like you that are creative. I got the logic gene and very little of the design gene
 
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I'm not sure I really have the creativity gene either but I can't resist playing.
 
ButterflyVioletta said:
Hahahahahaha! It's too bad we can't set up a group PC account! I envy folks like you that are creative. I got the logic gene and very little of the design gene
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We need to suggest to vista print that they have a share a design option for us!
 
I just ordered a free small banner from them!!! Yes, I too am a Vista Print addict. Can't wait, and am hoping I have it for a Women's Expo on Sunday.
 
I totally get getting hooked on Vista Print.

Please share your designs! If you preview your item (from the design portfolio) you can right click and save the image to your computer, then upload it here!
 
sk8rgrrl99 said:
I think I'm addicted to vistaprint. I just can't stay off that website. I've designed logos, played with all the designs on just about every product available. Luckily I haven't spent more than $20 or so on there... I do know when to walk away before purchasing but I can't stop designing Pampered Chef marketing materials!
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that is hilarious Sarah! I have stayed away because I know I would be needing an intervention as well. haha
 
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Hmmm.. I might have to put them on photobucket or something. They are too big to upload.
 
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Ok, here's my banner.
 

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Super cute Carol!
 
And you can't beat the price!!
 
Love that banner Carol!
 
I ordered the small one, and I know as soon as I see it I will be kicking myself for not ordering a bigger size! It's 3.5 ft by 1.5 ft, so it's readable from a bit away, which I think will work for right now. And, as I said, you can't beat the price.. FREE!
 
I am just getting hooked on it! I started looking at it all when Paulette was over today. :)
 
Hi I'm Paulette and not only am I an addict... I turn others into addicts too.

;)
 
They have tote bags now too!!!!!
 
LOL Paulette
 
etteluap70PC said:
Hi I'm Paulette and not only am I an addict... I turn others into addicts too.

;)
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LOL! You bad influence you!
 
Carol, That's a GREAT Banner! Love it!
 
Hi all of you Vista Junkie's!!!!!!!!!!!! :love:

I am trying to make a window cling thru Vista and I am having a hard time finding anything cooking related or one with a Chef's hat or anything close to what I have seen here already done.

I tried uploading my chef's hat I have in my avatar, but it didn't like the file??

Any help would be appreciated. Either tell me how to upload the chef's hat or tell me how you all got such great designs!

Thanks!!
Kelly V
 
KellyRedHead said:
Hi all of you Vista Junkie's!!!!!!!!!!!! :love:

I am trying to make a window cling thru Vista and I am having a hard time finding anything cooking related or one with a Chef's hat or anything close to what I have seen here already done.

I tried uploading my chef's hat I have in my avatar, but it didn't like the file??

Any help would be appreciated. Either tell me how to upload the chef's hat or tell me how you all got such great designs!

Thanks!!
Kelly V
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Kelly, It depends on the product, but they usually charge $4.95 to upload a design.

Just curious, where are you planning on using the window cling? If it is on a car, I would be careful. I read their installation instructions and it says they are not meant for car windows. This info isn't on the product description page.
 
I was planning on using it on my car?? Thanks for letting me know I will have to look into that.
I saw someone's on here that was made on Vista and she had it on her back side windows. Looked like a SUV, not sure who it was.

I saw they charged the fee for uploading the photo (well charge you when you finally use it) but I can't for the life of me get it to upload, it tells me it is a bad file??


Kelly V.
 
Start with a blank template. You can browse art from there to add. They have a nice chef hat. Otherwise many of the templates you can cut stuff out you do not want. I had written out specific instructions on how I did my biz cards a while ago. I will try to find the thread. It will give an idea of the things you can do.

here are the instructions on how I made my buis card

Go down the list and click on the free Prem Buis cards “get started” link
In the search designs box type “yellow sunflower”
Click select design on the one with the big yellow flower with the blue background. It was right at the top for me.
Click on advanced editing (under card sample)
Put your cursor over the buis card, it will come up with options to dbl click or right click. Right click to unlock and resize. Then click “crop”
Resize the box (by holding down your left mouse button over a corner of the box) till all that is inside the box is blue background. Click “OK”
Click the box (to the top right of the card) that says “ “add image
Click the “search our image library” link
Type chef hat into the search box
One of the images will be 4 chef hats in a row, click that one
You will have to crop this like before. Drag the box so it is tight around 1 of the hats/whisk. Click “OK”

You can resize and move the hat around wherever you like
You can also now add your info. You can change font style, size and color by highlighting the text in the box and then selecting from the menu above the card.
The boxes with the text can also be resized and moved around.
Make sure you hit the “save for later” button (lower left under Optionally you can tab) every now and then.

here is my card:
 

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Quick question....do these banners come with grommets, or do you have to order the adhesives?

Also, do you mind if snag your design? :D
 
Just remember that we are supposed to put the registered trademark symbol (®) after TPC.
 
Oooh the car magnet has several chef hat designs AND an apron!I hope i don't get this addiction :p
 
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ButterflyVioletta said:
Oooh the car magnet has several chef hat designs AND an apron!

I hope i don't get this addiction ;p
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I will pray that we didn't pass it on to you. I'm definitely addicted. I'm going to have to go to VistaPrint annonymous!
 
Just curious...how much information do you feel comfortable including on the car magnet/cling...I feel so iffy sharing my details yet I do understand that is the point...Basically I am thinking I need to include my name and phone number. That ought to be great the next time someone on the beltway gets road rage....
 
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I put on my name, phone number and web address. And right now I have it on the side... I'm a little nervous about putting it on the back right now.
 
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