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Writer's pictureTirzah de la Court

Design Mistakes to Avoid when creating Social Posts & Flyers

Updated: Jun 1



Are you creating a social media post or flyer for an upcoming event, business, or product? It's common to make mistakes when designing a promo, but avoiding them is key to creating an effective and visually appealing design. Till this day I often see people make these same mistakes over and over with their designs. Which is why I present you with the 4 common mistakes to avoid when creating your next social media post or flyer:




Mistake #1: Stretching Images and Logos


Stretching images or logos is a big no-no when creating a design. This mistake occurs when an image or logo is resized without maintaining its aspect ratio. It can make your design appear unprofessional and blurry, ultimately impacting the flyer's message.


Tip: Always maintain the aspect ratio of images and logos when resizing them. Adjust the height and width proportionally to avoid stretching or distorting the original image.


Mistake #2: Poor Text Placement


One of the most frequent mistakes made by non-designers is poor text placement. Copy-pasting text without considering the overall layout can make the design appear cluttered and unappealing.


Tip: Plan the layout of your design before adding text. Use a grid system to align text and images properly.

A simple way to do this, is to roughly draw it out on a piece of paper beforehand. Chances are, your design will turn out much cleaner because you have a framework to follow.


bad flyer design
Example bad flyer design

Mistake #3: Lack of White Space


Another common mistake is not leaving enough white space on the design. This mistake can make the design look busy and difficult for viewers to read and understand the information.


Tip: Make sure to leave enough white space between text and images to create a clean and organized design.




Mistake #4: Poor Color Usage


Using colors effectively is essential to create a visually appealing and effective design. Using colors that clash with the background or text can make the text difficult to read. Using too many colors can also make the flyer look busy and distracting, which can take away from the message of your design.


Tip: Use a color palette that complements the purpose and theme of your design. Consider using a color contrast checker to ensure text is legible against the background color. Limit the number of colors you use to create a clean and organized design.

 

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In conclusion, avoiding these common design mistakes is essential to creating an effective and visually appealing social media post or flyer design. If you're struggling to create a professional-looking design, consider contacting me for a social media post or flyer design starting at just $50. I won't let these common mistakes hinder your design - instead creating one that stands out and makes an impact.

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