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Freezing Or Locking Elements In Place In Microsoft Word Or Microsoft Publisher

Freezing Or Locking Elements In Place

By ChurchArt Team | July 11, 2019

Have you ever had an image “jump” positions after you add or edit text in your document, only to have it move again the next time you edit? Annoying, right? Some programs — such as Word, Publisher and even Photoshop — give you an option to “lock” an element in place. This is especially helpful…

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Use Grids And Frames To Showcase Images

By ChurchArt Team | June 11, 2019

Whether you’re showcasing pictures of the youth group, a recent bake sale or highlights from a mission trip, aligning images or using frames can present a more professional look. Although, let’s be honest: Adding any pictures of delicious desserts is sure to grab attention, no matter the layout!

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Free Templates For VBS Sign Up

Get Ready for VBS Season with these Free Form Template Download

By ChurchArt Team | May 1, 2019

For many of us, VBS planning is well underway. As you prepare for your Vacation Bible School (VBS), one thing you’ll need is a way to recruit volunteers and register children. Below are some easy to edit VBS forms, free to download! Volunteer Form Template SignUp Genius is an amazing online tool to schedule church volunteers…

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Whats That Font Finder

What’s that font?

By ChurchArt Team | March 20, 2019

These days, there’s no need to be stumped by a font’s identity. With all the resources now available, detective work is a snap. At www.myfonts.com/WhatTheFont/, for example, you can upload a PNG or JPG image for a quick search of 133,000 fonts. Highlight the line of text in question, and the website will find the…

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Mailing Tabs do more than just seal your mailings.

By ChurchArt Team | March 19, 2019

We all know that wafer seals and other mailing tabsare great for sealing and mailing your church’s newsletter. Not only do they comply with the United States Postal Service’s latest guidelines for postage automation, but these mailing tabs make distributing your paper newsletters easier, less expensive, and look more professional and attractive. But did you know that…

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Use Font To Create Feelings

Use Fonts To Create Feelings

By ChurchArt Team | March 11, 2019

Would you believe us if we said fonts have feelings too? Sans-serif fonts that have rounded strokes express happy, friendly emotions, while sans-serif fonts that have hard edges come across as solid and strong. Sans-serif fonts convey informality and innovation. Serif fonts (those with small hooks or lines attached) are sophisticated, conveying a sense of…

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