Step-by-Step Guide to Recreate the Canva Design

This blog will walk you through recreating a vibrant Canva design featuring a gradient background, bold text, a person in a red dress, and a call-to-action button. Let’s get started!

Step 1: Set Up Your Canva Project

1. Log in to Canva: Go to Canva.com and sign in or create an account.

2. Create a New Design: Click on "Create a design" and select "Instagram Story" (1080x1920 pixels) since the design has a vertical orientation.

3. Name Your Project: Name it something like "Summer Fashion Ad" for easy reference.

   
   

Step 2: Create the Gradient Background

1. Select the Background: Click on the blank canvas, then in the left sidebar, select "Background."

2. Choose a Gradient: Canva offers pre-made gradients. Look for a gradient that transitions from a bright yellow (top) to a warm orange (bottom). Alternatively:

   • Click "Create a gradient" in the Background menu.

   • Set the top color to a bright yellow (hex: #FFC107) and the bottom to a warm orange (hex: #FF5722).

3. Apply the Gradient: Ensure the gradient fills the entire canvas smoothly.

   
   

Step 3: Add the Main Text ("SUMMER FASHION UP TO 70% OFF")

1. Add a Text Box: In the left sidebar, click "Text" and select "Add a heading."

2. Type the Text: Enter "SUMMER FASHION UP TO 70% OFF" in all caps.

3. Choose the Font:

   • Select the text, then in the top toolbar, choose a bold, sans-serif font like "Montserrat" or "Bebas Neue."

   • Set the font style to "Bold."

4. Style the Text:

   • Change the text color to white.

   • Increase the font size to around 80-100px so it’s large and prominent.

   • Adjust the letter spacing to make it slightly tighter for a compact look (use the "Letter Spacing" option in the toolbar).

5. Curve the Text:

   • With the text selected, go to the top toolbar and click "Effects."

   • Choose the "Curve" option from the effects menu.

   • Adjust the curve slider to bend the text into a circular shape that fits around the center of the canvas.

   • Fine-tune the position by dragging the text box to align it properly.

6. Add a Distressed Effect:

   • Canva doesn’t have a built-in distressed effect, but you can achieve a similar look by:

     • Downloading a distressed font like "Distressed" or "Grunge" from a free font site (e.g., DaFont) and uploading it to Canva (if you have a Pro account).

     • Alternatively, overlay a subtle texture by searching "grunge texture" in Canva’s Elements tab, setting it to low opacity, and placing it over the text.

   
   

Step 4: Add the Person in the Red Dress

1. Find a Similar Image:

   • In the left sidebar, click "Elements" and search for "woman in red dress."

   • Look for a photo of a woman in a sleeveless red dress with a belt, posing similarly (one hand on hip, facing forward).

   • If you can’t find a suitable image, upload your own photo of a person in a red dress.

2. Position the Image:

   • Drag the image onto the canvas.

   • Resize it to fit within the circular text frame, ensuring the person is centered.

   • Use Canva’s "Crop" tool to trim any unnecessary parts of the image.

3. Adjust Transparency (Optional):

   • If the image feels too dominant, slightly lower its opacity (around 80%) using the transparency slider in the top toolbar.

   
   

Step 5: Add the Brand Name ("Studio Shodwe")

1. Add a Text Box: Click "Text" and select "Add a subheading."

2. Type the Text: Enter "Studio Shodwe."

3. Style the Text:

   • Choose a clean, modern font like "Raleway" or "Poppins."

   • Set the font size to around 40px.

   • Change the color to white.

4. Position the Text:

   • Place it at the top center of the canvas, just above the circular text.

   
   

Step 6: Add the Call-to-Action Button ("SHOP NOW")

1. Add a Shape for the Button:

   • Go to "Elements" and search for "rounded rectangle."

   • Drag a rounded rectangle onto the canvas.

   • Resize it to about 300px wide and 60px tall.

   • Change the fill color to transparent and set the border color to white with a thickness of 2px.

2. Add the Button Text:

   • Click "Text" and select "Add a subheading."

   • Type "SHOP NOW" in all caps.

   • Use the same font as the main text (e.g., "Montserrat Bold").

   • Set the font size to 30px and the color to white.

   • Center the text inside the rounded rectangle.

3. Position the Button:

   • Place the button below the person, slightly above the bottom of the canvas.

   
   

Step 7: Add the Social Media Handle ("@reallygreatsite")

1. Add a Text Box: Click "Text" and select "Add a subheading."

2. Type the Text: Enter "@reallygreatsite."

3. Style the Text:

   • Use a simple font like "Poppins" or "Open Sans."

   • Set the font size to 20px.

   • Change the color to white.

4. Position the Text:

   • Place it at the bottom center of the canvas, just below the "SHOP NOW" button.

   
   

Step 8: Final Adjustments

1. Check Alignment:

   • Ensure all elements are centered and balanced. Use Canva’s alignment guides (they appear as you drag elements) to keep everything symmetrical.

2. Adjust Spacing:

   • Make sure there’s enough space between the circular text, the person, the button, and the social media handle.

3. Preview and Save:

   • Click "Preview" to see how your design looks.

   • Once satisfied, click "Share" > "Download" to save your design as a PNG or JPG.

   
   

Conclusion

You’ve now recreated a vibrant summer fashion ad in Canva! This design uses a bold gradient, eye-catching text, and a clear call to action to promote a sale. Feel free to tweak colors, fonts, or images to match your brand’s style. Happy designing!

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