It will be much easier to see how you website style looks if you have your actual content instead of placeholders. You don't need too much content, but it will look much better in mockups if you have some copy and original images. You don't necessarily need the body of an article, but you should at least have actual headlines. The internet is much more than simple text websites. In order to stand out in your niche, you'll need a variety of different content types to attract and retain visitors. Some possible content to keep in mind:  Pictures. Audio Video Streams (Twitter) Facebook integration RSS Content feeds If you are including photos on your site, your initial impressions will be much better with professional photography. A single good photo is worth more than twenty bad ones. Look for recent art photography grads for cheaper solutions than long-time professionals. The written content on your page will determine the vast amount of your web traffic. While you don't need to worry too much about content creation at this point of the design process, it doesn't hurt to start thinking about it, since you'll need content on a regular basis once the site goes live. Beyond article content, there are written items that you will most likely during the website construction process. This could include contact information, company names, or anything else that will be used in multiple places on the site.

Summary: Have some content ready before you start building the website. Remember that good content is more than text. Commission a professional photographer. Write quality articles.


Being able to take off layers is extremely important in the winter. Wear a shirt that is easy to pull over your head or that has buttons or a zipper.  Try wearing a button-down shirt over your base layer, since these are easy to take off. Another option is to wear a lightweight sweater that you can easily pull off if you get too warm. Getting too hot inside can also make it seem colder when you go back outside. Sturdy, thick materials like these are ideal for a middle layer because they'll keep you warm but they're breathable, so you're less likely to get overheated.  A flannel shirt worn with a pair of jeans and hiking boots is a great way to show off your rocker style even when the weather is cold. A wool sweater worn over a skirt with leggings and knee-high boots is a cute, preppy winter outfit. Lightweight materials like nylon aren’t going to do much to keep you warm, even if you’re wearing multiple layers. Opt for heavier fabrics like denim, corduroy, and wool to ensure you stay toasty during the coldest months. You may also want to invest in a pair of pants with a thermal lining. Sweatshirts are the ultimate in casual comfort. Choose a basic sweatshirt or opt for a hoodie or a zip-up sweatshirt. A zip-up hoodie will be easiest to remove indoors, but there are lots of other styles to choose from. You don't want to wear a heavy coat indoors all day, but it still be a little cool in your office or classroom. A cardigan will keep you warm at work, at school, or anywhere else indoors, and it's easy to take off if it gets a little warm.  Layer a cardigan over a nice blouse for a day when it's cool but not freezing. Wear a cardigan over a sweater for days when it's really cold out. You don’t have to sacrifice your style just because the weather is cold. Add a warm twist to your favorite dress by layering it over cold-weather pieces, or choose a sweater dress that's perfect for winter.  A sleeveless dress worn over a long-sleeved turtleneck looks cozy and chic. A pair of black leggings with a black or dark-colored dress gives you an instant style boost. Wear a sweater dress with leggings and ankle boots for a look that's fun and casual. Add a vest over your sweater dress for even more warmth.

Summary: Top your base layer with a shirt that can be easily removed. Look for fabrics like fleece, wool, and flannel to help you stay warm. Wear heavy pants like jeans or corduroys. Add a sweatshirt over your shirt for a casual look. Wear a cardigan for a lightweight layer perfect for work or school. Wear a dress over your base layer for a warm, feminine look.


Get a wire coat hanger and shape it into a ring. The easiest way to do this would be to slide it over a 5-gallon (18.5-L) bucket. Pull the hanger off of the bucket when you are done. Use some pliers to untwist the wire at the top of the hanger. Open up the hanger; you will be stringing the flowers onto the hanger, then twisting it back together. Leave the hook intact; do not cut the hanger. Purchase a bunch of fake flowers with wired stems; they must have wired stems or the next step won't work. Use wire cutters to cut the flowers so that the stems are 4 to 5 inches (10 to 13 cm) long. If there are any leaves on the cut stems, be sure to pull those off too.  Large flowers, such as roses or peonies work the best for this. How many flowers you buy depends on how big they are and how full you want the wreath to be. You are not attaching these to the hanger just yet. Instead, twist the flower stem into a loop about halfway down. When you are done, you'll have a flower with a short stem that has a loop at the bottom.  Repeat this step for all of your flowers. Use a skewer or knitting needle to form the loops. They need to be small enough to slide onto the hanger. The wreath should be full enough so that the flowers don't slide around.  You can fit more flowers by rotating the flowers around the wreath in a spiral rather than stacking them together. Do not cover the twisted part of the coat hanger, or you won't be able to reassemble it. Move the flowers aside if needed, then twist the wires back together like they used to be. Once your wreath is reassembled, hang it up somewhere using the hook. You can reuse this wreath base simply by untwisting it, pulling off the old flowers, then adding new ones.

Summary: Bend a wire coat hanger into a ring. Untwist the hanger, but leave the hook intact. Cut fake flowers into 4 to 5-inch (10 to 13-cm) lengths. Twist the stems into small loops for stringing onto the hanger. String the flowers onto the wire hanger. Re-twist the coat hanger, then hang the wreath up using the hook.


Set the oven to convection and allow it to begin warming while you clean and dress the fish. Make sure there’s plenty of room on the center rack. Keeping the temperature of the oven slightly lower will help the fish cook through consistently without falling apart. Lay each pike fillet on a sheet of aluminum foil. You can then add your herbs, spices and other ingredients of choice. When you’re done seasoning, fold the edges of the aluminum foil up around the fillets, making sure they’re completely covered.  Baking fish uncovered often causes it to come out too dry. Add a burst of flavor to baked pike with aromatics like onion, capers, diced bell peppers, and oregano, or keep things simple with a little minced garlic and a drizzle of lemon-infused butter. Transfer the aluminum-wrapped fillets to the baking sheet, leaving a little space between each. Open the oven and slide the baking sheet onto the center rack. In addition to heating the fish more effectively, the aluminum foil will also lock in moisture and help the seasonings cook into the meat itself. Set a timer to keep track of how long the fish has been in the oven. When it’s finished, it should be tender and flaky with an opaque white coloring all the way through. Let the fillets cool for a few minutes, then plate and serve.  You can test whether the fillets are done by cutting into them with a fork.  Try to avoid overcooking the fish, as this can cause it to become mushy and bland.
Summary: Preheat the oven to 375 °F (190°C). Season the fish to taste. Place the pike on a large baking sheet. Bake for 20-30 minutes.