Help me choose a child theme?

[shillise]

Hi everyone

I am very new to WordPress/Studiopress and do not know much about blogging (besides all the fantastic blogs that I have read).

I have just installed the Genesis framework and am trying to decide which child theme to use - and really do not know where to start!

I am creating a lifestyle blog and would like the following on my website
- my logo/social media icons and search bar at the top
- links to different categories (about me, travel, DIY etc)
- a slider with pictures I have chosen
- small icons with some text from my posts
- space for future advertising
- 'connect with me' and social media icons down the bottom

I'm not sure whether these are included in themes, or are widgets?

I would like a theme similar to the Avada theme like this website - http://www.theblondeabroad.com

Please point me in the right direction, your help is much appreciated! 🙂

[Susan]

Based on your needs, most themes can accommodate this.

- my logo/social media icons and search bar at the top - built in functionality, (or the simple social icons plugin)
- links to different categories (about me, travel, DIY etc) - built in functionality in all themes
- a slider with pictures I have chosen - you'll need a theme with a home page widget area
- small icons with some text from my posts - built in functionality - thumbnails with content excerpts
- space for future advertising - built in functionality in the sidebar, or a widget area.
- ‘connect with me’ and social media icons down the bottom - social sharing plugin.

Take a look at the Centric Pro theme by StudioPress, or the Swank theme by Pretty Darn Cute Design

[shillise]

Thanks for your reply, Susan.

Funny enough I was looking at the Swank theme last night - think I might go with that one.

Thanks for your help 🙂

[Tom]

@shillise

You're starting at the right place with Genesis, and there's lots to choose from - almost too much. Which is one reason I made a theme catalogue site.

You can search and select and view screenshots of these and over 300 themes here : http://genesisthemes.ca/
Have a look under Features > Full Width

( @aTouchofSummer has also made a guide site here: http://www.genesisthemesguide.com/ )

I agree about Centric as a starter to get the vibe you're looking for. You might also like Stage2 from Themedy, Think from PWD, or Mindfullness from zigzagpress.

Good Luck with your new site.

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[shillise]

Thanks for your reply @tom-2

I did end up using the Swank theme as mentioned above, however I will keep in mind your links if I ever do decide to change my theme - they look like a great resource! Thanks 🙂

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