In this guide we hope to show you how to go from no website, to a full website with a shop (WordPress and WooCommerce) and emails!
First thing is first. You need to get a Domain name and hosting. If you have not got either of these then you’re in luck, we offer a great package for hosting and domain names! You can begin your search below or follow our guide here on how to purchase a Domain Name and Hosting here
Step 1 – Create Email Address
Now you have your Domain Name and hosting setup and ready to go we need to create your email address.
We need to do this so your site can send emails and you can receive them!
You can do this via your Control Panel using this handy guide. Once you have created your email account we can add them to your phone or computer too!
Now you have your Domain, Hosting and Emails setup its time to install WordPress
Step 2 – Installing WordPress
It’s time to install WordPress so that you can begin to create your new website!
WordPress is one of the leading FREE website frameworks. It is used by many companies including the White House!
Follow our easy guide on how to Install WordPress
Step 3 – Add Page Builder
Now it’s time to install Elementor.
Elementor is a free drag and drop, visual page designer for WordPress. It allows you to create beautiful and creative websites with ease
Step 4 – Install Theme
This step is an optional one, you do not need to change the theme from the default WordPress theme.
If you do want to change, we recommend installing Futurio, this theme is built for Elementor and works extremely well. It also has several sample themes that you can install to get a flavour of what your site could look like.
Step 5 – Online Shop
Now we have a Domain, Hosting, Email, WordPress and a Theme we can add an online store!
We can add this using WooCommerce – one of the webs most used eCommerce solutions. It powers more than any other online store!
Installing WooCommerce is extremely easy and straight forward. We have even made a guide for you.
Thats it!
You now have a fully functioning website / online store!
Sell your Artwork / Designs
If you are looking to sell your own artwork / designs on clothing and accessories then you can follow our quick start guide here
Sell My Designs!
