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alana444
Joined: 09 Aug 2006
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| Posted: Wed Aug 09, 2006 2:09 am Post subject: NEW WEBSITE, hows it look? |
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Hi, Im new here been lurking for a week or so and love this site!~ Im a Big powerseller on E, and thought its time for a website. So , my new website has only been open for a week, Im still adding things to it. Please take a look and let me know your opinion as other sellers how it looks, BE KIND~~~~~~~~~~~
www.chubbychicocharms.com
named after my grandson Chubby Chico |
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CrystalStar
Joined: 06 Mar 2005
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| Posted: Wed Aug 09, 2006 2:11 am Post subject: |
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| Hmmmmm...OK.....did my eyes just quit working or is the site invisible? LOL Ahhhhhhh...there it is!!! :wink: |
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alana444
Joined: 09 Aug 2006
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| Posted: Wed Aug 09, 2006 2:14 am Post subject: |
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link is
www.chubbychicocharms.com
* Named it after my Grandsons nickname |
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CrystalStar
Joined: 06 Mar 2005
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| Posted: Wed Aug 09, 2006 2:18 am Post subject: |
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No Idea why it didn't show when I first looked at the post....that's why I thought I was going blind!! LOL
What type of store are you using?? |
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alana444
Joined: 09 Aug 2006
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| Posted: Wed Aug 09, 2006 2:20 am Post subject: |
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| Im using a template, it was easy and fun, Im about half way through getting my stock up |
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CrystalStar
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| Posted: Wed Aug 09, 2006 2:29 am Post subject: |
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It's pretty plain...which in this case is a good thing I think. The site doesn't distract the buyers from the gorgeous charms. May want to make the thumbnails just a little larger on the home page though. Not huge but just a tad larger to give better detail...so they will really want to go to the next page.
( And I did go to another page....that's why I said gorgeous. The thumbnails on the home page just doesn't do them justice!) |
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alana444
Joined: 09 Aug 2006
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| Posted: Wed Aug 09, 2006 2:33 am Post subject: |
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Hi, I was actually thinking the same thing, But I wondered if someone had dial up still if all those images would be a problem?
But Im taking everyone I chat with opinion very serious, and I thank you!~ |
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CrystalStar
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| Posted: Wed Aug 09, 2006 2:37 am Post subject: |
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| If the size were increased by 20%...it shouldn't cause too much of a problem. Or perhaps just have a few representative pics that are larger. It would give buyers a better idea of the quality and detail. |
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howrude
Joined: 27 Mar 2006
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| Posted: Wed Aug 09, 2006 3:36 am Post subject: Re: NEW WEBSITE, hows it look? |
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| It's neat and organized. However, if our roles were reversed, I would do away with the words that trail behind the mouse. Many users find that to be a major annoyance and a bit distracting. You want the focus to be on your products, after all. :wink: |
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Netpreneur
Joined: 06 Aug 2006
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| Posted: Wed Aug 09, 2006 3:53 am Post subject: Re: NEW WEBSITE, hows it look? |
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Hey,
I took a short look at your site. It looks good except:
It took a long time to come up. I'm on dial up, but it took way longer than usual.
Ditto on the trailing words that follow the cursor. I hate those. It does distract from your charms.
Also, there is a whole lot of space on the right side of the screen. When I scroll all the way over there's over a third of the screen that's gray blank space.
Not trying to be harsh. I hope you don't take it that way.
Keep up the good work. |
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howrude
Joined: 27 Mar 2006
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| Posted: Wed Aug 09, 2006 6:14 am Post subject: Re: NEW WEBSITE, hows it look? |
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I just looked at it again......in Firefox this time.
1. IMO, your wording needs a little work:
We have been in business since 1990, Making Charms and other jewelry items, selling on Ebay and also now on Wagglepop and we pride ourselves on providing customers with the best-quality products and personal service. You can order from us using our online catalog.If you have any questions feel free to email us!
I think it ought to be:
We have been in business since 1990, making Charms and other jewelry items, selling on Ebay, and also on Wagglepop. We pride ourselves on providing customers with the best-quality products and personal service. You can order from us using our online catalog.If you have any questions feel free to email us!
Just minor changes.........In my past experience short, concise sentences tend to grab the visitor's attention.
2. The words at the top -- The font (comic sans ms?) doesn't fit in with the general theme of the website. I suggest a smoother, more elegant font.
3. The stat counter would be better suited at the bottom of the page.
4. The two long columns of items seems a bit "clutterish" for a first page. I think a first page ought to be welcoming, introductory, etc. Is it necessary to have so many items on the first page? How about a top 10, or 20, even?
Just my honest opinion. For a first website, I think it looks pretty good. |
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2BOYSandTOYS
Joined: 14 Mar 2005
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Location: Kansas
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| Posted: Wed Aug 09, 2006 9:23 am Post subject: Re: NEW WEBSITE, hows it look? |
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alana:
Welcome to PSU!! I'm on FF with high speed, and it loaded quickly for me!!
Perhaps to incorporate the feedback from the fine folks above me - you could make 3 or 4 columns vs. the two currently showing! That would allow the white space to be better used and bring more visability to your great charms before th buyer/browser has to 'scroll' down...
Love your choice of tabs/offers/specials! Great job for sure...
I looked at each page, and am not certain that I would make each page look different. You want your customer to remember where they are - and I think consistent look/feel helps them to remember you, your banner, your site, your offerings, etc.... Just my thoughts!
Keep up the hard work - I can tell you've been busy!! :D :D |
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