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Having a cohesive and well-branded look is essential for any restaurant or coffee shop. While offering excellent food is crucial, you also need to appeal to customers visually to get them through the door. This is where a high-quality menu design comes in.

To make things easier for you, we’ve put together a collection of over 15 free restaurant and coffee shop menu templates that you can use to create a professional and visually appealing menu for your eatery. With various designs to choose from, you’re sure to find a template that suits the style and vibe of your establishment.

These templates have been designed to cater to different types of establishments, so whether you run a cozy café or a bustling restaurant, you’ll find something that works for you.

So, why wait? Check out our collection of free restaurant and coffee shop menu templates (PSD, AI, and EPS formats) and start creating a menu that reflects your brand today!


Restaurant Menu Template

In AI, EPS & PSD Formats

The Restaurant Menu template is multipurpose, though the sample images focus on sushi. The template can easily be used for any type of restaurant, café, or bistro. It can even be used for a spa or hotel. It comes with an Illustrator and Photoshop file and is fully printable at 300 dpi.

Restaurant Menu Template Photoshop PSD AI EPS

Cafe Menu Template

Free to Download in PSD & AI Formats

The Free Menu Template Pack includes two different menu sizes and is fully editable in both Illustrator and Photoshop. It features a simple design that could be used for any type of restaurant’s menu, and it’s fully print-ready.

Cafe Menu Template Photoshop PSD AI

Typography Restaurant Menu Template

Free to Download in Photoshop PSD Format

The Typography Restaurant Menu Template is captivating, to say the least. It’s a fully editable PSD file and has the perfect look and feel for a pub or café. You can easily add custom images and fonts, and feature a variety of menu items with ease.

Typography Restaurant Menu Template Photoshop PSD

Illustrated Restaurant Menu Template

Free to Download in Photoshop PSD Format

Now, this menu template is adorable. It features food illustrations throughout to create a cohesive look that is perfect for a bistro or café. It comes with free fonts, can be edited in Photoshop, and is printable at 300dpi.

Illustrated Restaurant Menu Template Photoshop PSD

Minimalist Menu Template

In Photoshop PSD Format

Let your food do the talking with this minimalist menu template. It has a front and back design, a few different size options, is easy to edit, and you can customize it with your own images, fonts, and graphics. It even comes with a bonus business card template.

Minimalist Menu Template Photoshop PSD

Bakery Menu Template

Free to Download in Photoshop PSD Format

The Bakery Menu Template is simple and doesn’t let extraneous design flourishes get in the way of conveying the important info: what you offer and how much it costs. Customize with fonts and colors of your choice. This template is in PSD format.

Bakery Menu Template Photoshop PSD

Restaurant Table Tent Menu Mockup

Free to Download in Photoshop PSD Format

The Restaurant Table Tent menu mockup template makes it easy to create a design of a table tent menu without a fuss. The design is eye-catching and would look great on a table in a pub or bar. The PSD file is fully layered and can be customized to suit your specific needs.

Restaurant Table Tent Menu Mockup Template Photoshop PSD

Christmas Menu Template

Free to Download in Photoshop PSD Format

If you’re looking for something festive for the holiday season, this Christmas menu template is ideal. This is a good choice if you have seasonal offerings that you want to present in a fun way. Or if you just want to give your menu a holiday makeover.

Christmas Menu Template Photoshop PSD

Retro Menu Templates

In AI & PSD Formats

Retro Menus is a template pack that includes both Illustrator and Photoshop files that can be customized to suit any retro diner or restaurant. The files include well-organized layers, and you can easily customize the images, colors, and fonts. These files are also easy to print.

Retro Menu Templates Photoshop PSD AI

Bar & Cafe Drinks Menu Template

Free to Download in Photoshop PSD Format

This menu template exudes class. It’s described as a cold drink menu, which I could easily see being used as a menu insert for showcasing wine and beer offerings. This PSD file is customizable and printable.

Bar & Cafe Drinks Menu Template Photoshop PSD

Rustic Menu Template

Free to Download in Photoshop PSD Format

Let customers know what you offer fast with this food truck menu template. Front and back designs, print-ready and fully customizable, this template leaves the fluffy stuff to other designs and lets your food make the real impression here.

Rustic Menu Template Photoshop PSD

Restaurant Menu Template

Free to Download in Photoshop PSD Format

The Restaurant Menu PSD Template is a stylish way to present your menu to patrons without a bunch of extra design elements getting in the way. It’s easy to customize and would be appropriate for a wide range of establishments.

Restaurant Menu Template Photoshop PSD

Vintage Poster Food Menu

In Photoshop PSD Format

This food poster menu has a vintage vibe that would look great in a coffee shop, café, or even an off-the-beaten-path juice bar. It’s simple yet sophisticated. This PSD file is printable in two sizes and has well-organized layers for easier editing.

Vintage Poster Food Menu Photoshop PSD

Retro Restaurant Brochure Template

Free to Download in Photoshop PSD Format

Here’s another retro-inspired menu that could be used for any diner or restaurant. The PSD file includes two templates for the front and back of the menu that are easy to customize. You can change colors, fonts, and easily add your own images.

Retro Restaurant Food Menu Brochure Template Photoshop PSD

Beautiful Restaurant Menu Template

Free to Download in Photoshop PSD Format

The Beautiful Restaurant Menu Template is ideal for an Italian restaurant or steakhouse. The dark color scheme and stylish headers make it easy to organize the menu without overwhelming customers with information. There is also space to include images of your best dishes.

Beautiful Restaurant Menu Template Photoshop PSD

Rustic Food Menu

In AI & PSD Formats

I can imagine the Rustic Food Menu template being used for a burger joint, BBQ restaurant, or steakhouse. It’s got those familiar bold, graphic headers, iconic fonts, and a general old-school theme that speaks to customers immediately.

Rustic Food Menu Photoshop PSD AI

Grill Restaurant Menu Template

Free to Download in Illustrator EPS Format

The Grill Restaurant Menu is perfect for BBQ or steakhouse restaurants and is easy to edit, thanks to the well-organized vector file. This one keeps things simple, but when you’re talking about BBQ, you don’t need to offer more than the dish and the price.

Grill Restaurant Menu Vector Template Illustrator EPS

Minimal Restaurant Menu Template

Free to Download in PSD & AI Formats

This minimal restaurant menu template is classy through and through. Elegant flourishes separate menu sections, and the file itself is in Illustrator format and easy to customize for your restaurant. No need for graphics here.

Minimal Restaurant Menu Template Photoshop PSD AI

Table Tent Food Menu Template

Free to Download in Photoshop PSD Format

Here’s another table tent menu that can make for the perfect embellishment for diners and family restaurants. This PSD file is fully-editable, so you can be ready to swap it out as menu items or specials change.

Restaurant Table Tent Food Menu Template Photoshop PSD

Six Restaurant Menu Templates

Free to Download in Photoshop PSD Format

Last on our list is a collection of 6 restaurant menu templates. Each is designed for a different restaurant niche and is fully customizable for your establishment. The files are in PSD format and come with the fonts and images pictured in the samples.

Six Restaurant Menu Templates Photoshop PSD

Create a Professional Menu Design

Easily create a professional menu for your restaurant or coffee shop with these free templates. Choose a design that suits your business and customize it to your needs. Best of luck with your new menu!

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10 CSS, JavaScript & SVG Snippets for Creating Logos https://speckyboy.com/logos-css-js-svg/ https://speckyboy.com/logos-css-js-svg/#comments Mon, 04 Nov 2024 23:41:23 +0000 https://speckyboy.com/?p=97703 We take a look at 10 examples of logo design built with CSS, JavaScript and SVG. Some are originals, others are from well-known brands. All are amazing!

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An area that has seen a good bit of experimentation recently is utilizing CSS to fully design or enhance artwork. For example, designers have tried their hand at recreating popular characters with impressive results.

Similarly, we’re also seeing some very interesting logos created with CSS, along with copious amounts of JavaScript and SVG thrown in for good measure. Together they offer a degree of flexibility that other formats do not.

Let’s take a look at ten examples of logos built with a combo of CSS, JavaScript, and SVG. Some are originals, others are from well-known brands:All are worth admiring.

Animated Fireworks

This anime.js logo animation uses a combo of CSS and (of course) JS to create a colorful and dynamic animated logo. Not only is there a cool intro animation, but subsequent clicks on the logo release more fireworks. It’s kind of addictive.

See the Pen anime.js logo animation by Julian Garnier

Scaling With Ease

One interesting advantage of using CSS for your logo is the ability to scale to match any size – much like an SVG file. The example logo below for Shop Talk shows off the pixel-perfect scaling of CSS, right alongside a PNG that can’t quite keep up.

See the Pen Shop Talk logo made in CSS by Hugo Darby-Brown

Handwritten

This example has been around for a while, but it’s still beautiful. The scripted text of the logo is revealed as if it were being handwritten across the screen. It’s simple but effective.

See the Pen Faithmade:Animated Logo by GRAY GHOST

Open & Close

While this white logo looks fabulous on the multicolored background, the real gem here is the play/reverse functionality that was built in. Hitting “play” will make the logo appear via a slick animation, while reverse (you guessed it) does the whole process backwards. This could be useful in situations where, for example, you want to signify the closing of an element.

See the Pen Logo by Marco Barría

Pure Chrome

Here’s a faithful rendition of the Chrome logo, done with pure CSS and in a single HTML element. It shows how much can be accomplished with CSS in terms of creating a seamless look and complicated shapes. The spinning hover effect is also a nice touch.

See the Pen Single Element Google Chrome Logo by Mike King

In the Spotlight

Hovering on either of the logos in this pen will give a “spotlight” effect on the immediate area of your cursor. It adds an element of cool and encourages interaction.

See the Pen Z24 Logo Anmitaion by Nikk Tifan

Unique Drawing Effect

This example is outstanding on a couple of levels. First, the animation that takes the logo from a sort-of technical drawing through to a finished product is fun to watch. Second, the subtly animated gradient background perfectly complements the entire scene.

See the Pen Animating Gradient with CSS by Cody

Minimal, Yet Fun Logo

Okay, minimal and fun don’t usually get mentioned together. But in this case – it fits. This simple logo with a rainbow of animated blocks in the background adds personality to something that would otherwise be quite plain.

See the Pen Logo by Melissa Cabral

Subtly Telling a Story

Animation is one of the big fads in logos, but sometimes it can be a bit too much. What makes this example so great is that the opening book animation is complimentary of the brand without overdoing it.

See the Pen Learnosity Logo by Sam Chahine

Logos Can Do More

For years, we’ve used logos as a mostly static resource. But when you combine the power of CSS, JavaScript, and SVG, a logo can become a place where we can add some real interactivity. And interacting with a logo is, in essence, interacting with a brand.

So not only is this a practice of adding another cool feature to your site – but it’s also an exercise in increasing brand awareness as well.

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10 CSS & JavaScript Snippets for Page Transition Effects https://speckyboy.com/page-transition-effects/ https://speckyboy.com/page-transition-effects/#comments Mon, 04 Nov 2024 01:24:26 +0000 https://speckyboy.com/?p=98191 A collection of CSS and JavaScript snippets for creating page transitions that you can use to add something exciting to your next project.

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The act of clicking around a multipage website can become monotonous over time. Adding page transition effects to the mix can help to kick things up a notch.

They’re great for keeping the user’s interest as new content loads while maintaining a minimal impact on performance.

With that in mind, here are 10 examples of page transitions that can add a little something special to your next project:

Vue.js Variety

With the help of the Vue.js framework, the examples here sport a quick and slick set of transitions. There’s a nice mix here of basic transitions (fade, zoom) and a few that are a bit unique compared to what we normally see (flipX, flipY and slideUp).

See the Pen Vue2 page transitions with GSAP by Tim Rijkse

Old School Television

Intentional or not, this transition is reminiscent of an old CRT television being turned off. The colored background shrinks down to a single line, much like what my old TV did after a night of watching MTV (when they still played music, that is). Then, the transition finishes off by reversing the effect (as my TV did when I woke up the next morning).

See the Pen Page Transitions by Mergim Ujkani

Morphing SVG

A circular SVG is used in this transition to add a clock-like effect. The movement adds a cinematic quality that seems like a perfect fit for a multimedia site.

See the Pen Page Transition Loader by Arsen Zbidniakov

Speedy Transition with Preloader

If you’re going to use page transitions in multiple places throughout your site, then they’d better be quick. That’s what is so cool about this example. There’s a colorful animated preloader that quickly makes way for the content to reveal itself. It’s interesting to look at while not wasting precious time.

See the Pen Page Transition with Loader by John Heiner

Thumbnail to Full Page

This is quite a unique effect, as clicking a thumbnail image transitions to a modal using that very same image as a full-screen background. The effect is a combination of CSS transitions and Angular.js.

See the Pen Thumbnail to fullscreen page transition by Steve Gardner

Wipe it Clean

A good old wipe effect has been a staple of TV and film transitions for decades. Here, we see a variation of it activated with CSS and a tiny bit of jQuery.

See the Pen Page transition CSS3 by TOMAZKI

Cubic Bezier with GSAP

GSAP is a library that enables super-fast animations. This example utilizes it to create a “slide up” transition effect, along with some animated background fun.

See the Pen GSAP Cubic bezier page transition by Maciej Siwanowicz

Splish-Splash

With a cool “splash” effect, this responsive modal transition will certainly get a user’s attention. It’s quick, colorful, and fun. It’s built with Lottie, which brings After Effects transitions to the web.

See the Pen Responsive bodymovin modal / page transition by Jonas Sandstedt

There’s a Glitch

There’s something about the dystopian glitch effect that is just timeless. Countless sci-fi shows and movies wouldn’t be the same without it. This example from nclud shows how they built a page transition with all kinds of glitchy goodness.

See the Pen Canvas Glitch Intro by nclud team

3D Cubes

Imagine that each page on your site is a panel on a cube (or pentagon, or hexagon, etc.). Going to the next page is just flipping that shape around to show the correct panel. That’s kind of the point behind this rotating cube effect that utilizes jQuery and Velocity.js.

See the Pen 3D Cube Page Transition by Hubert Warzycha


Page transitions have come such a long way in recent years. They’ve gone from simple fades and color changes all the way to effects that wouldn’t look out of place in a movie.

The combination of CSS, along with the right JavaScript library, can produce compelling visuals. When used responsibly, transitions can a fun way to enhance UX.

More CSS Effects Snippets

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10+ Best Free Feminine Logo Template Collections for Designers https://speckyboy.com/free-feminine-logo-templates/ https://speckyboy.com/free-feminine-logo-templates/#respond Tue, 22 Oct 2024 10:35:30 +0000 https://speckyboy.com/?p=112753 A collection of the best free feminine logo templates - EPS, AI & PSD - that you can use as a starting point on your next logo project.

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Designing a memorable and unique logo is a crucial aspect of creating a brand identity. However, it can also be one of the most challenging parts of the process, especially when facing creative block or budget constraints.

In such situations, using a logo template can be a great solution. This collection features free feminine logo templates that can serve as inspiration or starting points for your next logo design project. These templates showcase a range of styles and design elements, including typography, shapes, and color schemes that are commonly associated with feminine branding.

Whether you’re designing a logo for a beauty brand, a fashion label, or any other female-focused business, these templates can offer a great source of inspiration. With their beautiful and unique designs, these feminine logo templates can help you create a brand identity that resonates with your audience.

What is a Feminine Logo

When you think of ‘femininity,’ what comes to mind? Grace, sensitivity, strength, and intuition, perhaps? Let’s paint this picture in design:

  1. Colors & Tones: While pinks, pastels, and lavenders often take the spotlight, a feminine logo doesn’t confine itself to these hues. It can be a gentle gold, a muted turquoise, or even a sophisticated black, as long as it conveys softness and warmth.
  2. Fluid Lines & Curves: Feminine logos often flow seamlessly, incorporating curves, swirls, and elegant lines, reminiscent of calligraphy or gentle waves.
  3. Subtle Details: Lace patterns, dainty icons, and understated embellishments can lend a feminine touch. It’s the fine details that sometimes make the most significant impact.
  4. Typography Choices: Script fonts, hand-lettering, or any font with softer edges and fluid design can contribute to the feminine aura of a logo.

Minimal Feminine Logo Maker

Free to Download in PSD & AI Formats

This feminine logo maker comes with 30 premade logos. You can customize them to your liking and use them in personal and commercial projects.

Minimal Feminine Logo Maker PSD AI

Pre-Made Feminine Logo Templates

In AI, EPS & PSD Formats

If you’re looking for feminine logo templates with a rustic feel, this collection is a great choice. It includes 12 premade logos that can easily be customized. They would work well for eco-friendly, handmade, organic, and other nature-inspired brands.

Pre-Made Feminine Logo Templates

Feminine Vector Badge Templates

Free to Download in EPS Formats

If you want to create a badge logo, try this template as a starting point. It features 16 premade logo designs that are easy to customize and edit.

Feminine Vector Badge Templates EPS

Romantic Feminine Premade Logos

In EPS & PSD Formats

Try this collection of romantic logos if you’re after a logo with floral elements and a soft look and feel. The logos would be perfect for small businesses like wedding planners, photographers, clothing boutiques, essential oils, lifestyle bloggers, and jewelry makers.

Romantic Feminine Premade Logos EPS PSD

12 Free Feminine Logo Templates

Free to Download in PSD Formats

This collection of feminine logo templates includes 12 beautifully designed logos. The logos in this collection would be an excellent choice for nature and food-oriented businesses.

12 Free Feminine Logo Templates PSD

Floral Logo Vector Templates

Free to Download in AI & EPS Formats

This pack of floral logo templates includes several logo designs that are perfect for florists, wedding or event planners, or any other female-oriented business. The logos are free for commercial and personal projects, but attribution is required.

Floral Feminine Logo Vector Templates AI EPS

12 Feminine Logo Templates

In AI & EPS Formats

Use this feminine logo template to create your own unique logo. With 12 premade logos and unique vector illustrations, you will be able to quickly design a logo.

12 Feminine Logo Templates AI EPS

Beauty & Fashion Logo Templates

Free to Download in EPS Formats

Try this collection of logo templates if you’re looking for a clean and modern logo design. The logos in this collection can be used to create beauty and fashion logos, and you can use them in personal and commercial projects with proper attribution.

Beauty Fashion Logo Templates EPS

Feminine Minimal Logo Creator Template

Free to Download in PSD Formats

This feminine logo creator template comes with 30 premade feminine logos that can be used as a starting point in your design. You can easily customize them and use them in personal and commercial projects.

Feminine Minimal Logo Creator Template PSD

Camelia Free Logo Templates

Free to Download in AI, EPS, PSD & PNG Formats

The Camelia logo templates comes with 15 different logo templates that are easy to edit and customize. They are free for personal and commercial use.

Camelia Free Logo Templates AI EPS PSD PNG

Floral Vector Logo Design Templates

Free to Download in EPS Formats

In this collection of floral logo templates, you will find 18 premade logos that you can customize or use as a starting point for your logo design. The template is free for personal and commercial use, but attribution is required.

Floral Vector Logo Design Templates EPS

Conclusion

In design, a feminine logo stands as a testament to the myriad facets of femininity – it’s graceful yet strong, delicate yet resilient, and always, always enchanting. The essence of femininity isn’t just in outward appearances but in the depths and layers it brings.

So, whether you’re creating a brand from scratch or looking to update an existing one, let your logo be a celebration of femininity in all its glory. Dive deep, experiment, and let your brand dance gracefully in the spotlight.


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10 CSS Snippets for Creating Unorthodox Shapes https://speckyboy.com/css-container-shapes/ https://speckyboy.com/css-container-shapes/#respond Fri, 11 Oct 2024 07:43:51 +0000 https://speckyboy.com/?p=98909 We share a collection of CSS and JavaScript snippets for creating unorthodox container designs that eschew standard layouts.

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Sometimes it feels like we have a lack of creativity when it comes to building CSS containers. They’re either round, somewhat round, square, or rectangular. They get the job done but aren’t especially unique or exciting.

But with modern CSS and an occasional dash of JavaScript, we can design containers that really stand out amongst the circles and squares. In fact, taking a short jaunt through CodePen provides plenty of inspiration in this area.

Here are 10 unorthodox container designs that eschew the standard shapes and kick things up a notch in their own way.

Notched Boxes

Chris Coyier of CSS-Tricks fame built this example that, while subtle, offers a much fresher take on the standard box. By simply angling off the sharp edges, we have a more nuanced look. This type of effect provides a much more artistic feel while maintaining usability.

Angled Full-Width Image

Images (or any container) that stretch out over the viewport’s full width can really benefit from doing something a bit different in terms of shape. In this example, the angled borders we see are a nice way of creating a cool visual effect that doesn’t overwhelm the user. Subtle is usually better.

Accent Containers

While we often use containers as places to hold content, they can also make nice design accents. Take this example, where a few shifts of CSS border-radius create an interesting effect that also complements the content below.

Windows (Not That Kind)

CSS clipping paths can do some amazing things. They bring one of the staples of print design into a more interactive medium. Here, we have a clip-path used to create a window-shaped effect around a set of images – complete with beautiful hover animation.

Diamond Navigation Menu

I love this series of diamond-shaped buttons because they turn what could be boring (a collection of navigation links) into something unique. While this may not be 100% simple to maintain in the long-term (adding items would require more CSS), it shows that you don’t have to settle for ordinary.

Diagonal Animation

As they say, why not make your entire page a non-standard shape? Okay, they probably don’t say that. But here we have an example of someone who did create a full-screen animation that bends along with your cursor position. One practical use might be to allow users to “reveal” an object hidden underneath.

The Famous Exploding Polygons

Polygon shapes are being used quite often in web design, but not necessarily in the same way as this example. Here they are used to build a letter (“J,” in this case) that explodes as you hover over it. It makes for an interesting logo and can add a bit of unexpected fun to a website.

A Curvaceous Container

Shaping text around an image is another print effect that isn’t quite so easy to port over to the web. It takes some extra effort, but here’s a look at how stunning it can be. The whole container has much more of a natural flow than one with standard squared-off text.

Corner Shaping

Buttons are another element where we too often settle for standard shapes. But in the right setting, something different can be quite welcome. These buttons not only have various notched-corners, but they also offer a shape-shifting hover animation as well.

The Shape of Things to Come

The use of shaped containers can open up the doors to all kinds of creative looks and layouts. And with the advent of techniques such as CSS Grid, it’s now possible to implement shapes on a much larger scale.

While the examples above may not be a perfect fit for every use case, they prove that the web is slowly but surely moving beyond the basics. So, for your next project, try to literally think outside the box (or circle).

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8 CSS & JavaScript Snippets for Making the Search Field Sexy https://speckyboy.com/search-field-sexy-css/ https://speckyboy.com/search-field-sexy-css/#respond Tue, 08 Oct 2024 06:03:35 +0000 https://speckyboy.com/?p=101630 From simple CSS enhancements all the way to JavaScript-infused UIs, this collection of snippets will take the humble search field up a notch.

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The search field is very much a utilitarian part of your average website. But that doesn’t mean it should be ignored – quite the contrary.

Search provides users with a simple way to find what they’re looking for and can be invaluable on content-heavy sites. Therefore, it’s worth taking some extra time to ensure that your search area is attractive, noticeable, and easy to use.

With that in mind, here are a collection of snippets that take the humble search field up a notch. They range from simple CSS aesthetic enhancements all the way to JS-infused UIs that help make for a more immersive experience.

Morphing Search Bar Icon

Morphing animation is always a treat. Here we have the ubiquitous magnifying glass icon that, when clicked, morphs into a full search bar.

Clicking on the “X” sends the whole thing back to square one. This could be a nice solution for smaller screens in that you can tuck the field away when not in use.

See the Pen Search bar animation by Milan Milošev

CSS Search Field Hover & Search Animation

This example offers similar functionality to the one above, but with an important difference. Instead of having to click to reveal the search field, a user just needs to hover over the icon.

This may be a relatively small thing, but it could provide a boost when it comes to usability. Again, a potentially solid choice for cramped spaces.

See the Pen CSS Search Field Animation by Sebastian Popp

Scrolling Search Bar

On mobile devices, users may be in for a whole lot of scrolling. But if they can’t find what they’re looking for, it often means that they’ll have to go all the way back to the site’s header to perform a search.

Here we have a “sticky” search bar that will attach itself to the top of the screen as you scroll down the page. This handy feature can make life that much easier for users.

See the Pen Search Box in Content Moves to Fixed Header by Chris Coyier

Material Fullscreen Search Transition

Google’s Material Design is being used quite a bit these days. So it’s only natural that the design language is applied to search as well. It’s also nice that, once clicked, this search field takes over the entire screen.

This allows users to focus solely on their search and, with a little work, designers could potentially add other related information to the display.

See the Pen Material Fullscreen Search Transition by Luca Dimola

Simple Custom Search

There may be times when users want to search only specific areas of your site. While a custom search isn’t exactly a new concept, it hasn’t always been that visually appealing of a process. That’s what makes this custom search field demo so slick.

It sports a series of icons, each representing a different area where a search can be performed (plus handy tooltips). The user clicks which area they want to search – easy!

See the Pen DailyUI #022 – Search by Fabio Ottaviani

Context Animation

Providing visual context during a search helps to assure users that they are on the right path. This snippet uses AJAX to both change the background color and add textual information as the user performs a search.

See the Pen Search input context animation by Riccardo Zanutta

Transparent Search Box

How do you create a search area that both stands out while not sticking out like a sore thumb? Using some transparency is one way to do it. Here we have a translucent search field that sits on top of a full-screen image.

The white border is strong, however, and that makes for a nice visual effect while not overtaking the page.

See the Pen A cool little search box by Jon Welsh

Multi Search with Combo Box

For sites that allow users to search for more than one set of data, this example can be quite useful. It harnesses jQuery to enable the user to switch between different search fields, thus placing all search functionality in a single place.

See the Pen multi search with combo box by John McGarrah

The End Result

Search fields can play a vital role in keeping users on your website. And the examples above are proof that you can provide some useful enhancements without a lot of extra effort.

So, if you’ve neglected to pay much attention when it comes to the look and functionality of your site’s search feature, this will give you a great place to start.

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The 10 Best SVG Filter Resources & Tutorials https://speckyboy.com/svg-filter-tutorials/ https://speckyboy.com/svg-filter-tutorials/#respond Fri, 13 Sep 2024 10:57:35 +0000 https://speckyboy.com/?p=111645 A collection of the most useful SVG filter resources and tutorials you can use on your projects and designs today.

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SVG or Scalable Vector Graphics have one serious advantage over the regular image formats: they are infinitely scalable, which means there is no degradation of quality no matter how big or small you make the image.

However, SVG is not only used for images. You can use SVG filters to manipulate images and text and apply cool effects. In this post, we’ve gathered the most interesting SVG filters and SVG filter tutorials that you can study and then apply to your designs.

You might also like: CSS Image Filter Libraries & Tools.

SVG Filters 101

The first tutorial on the list is a great introductory material to SVG filters. This tutorial walks you through the process of using SVG filters in your own designs and is a part of a more extensive series that goes more in-depth about SVG filters.

SVG Filters 101 Tutorial

The Art Of SVG Filters

This article by Smashing Magazine takes a deep dive into the world of SVG filters and explains why you should be using them in your own designs. It also includes some basic examples of SVG filters applied to various text elements.

The Art Of SVG Filters Tutorial

SVG Filters on Text

This is another tutorial that shows you how to apply SVG filters to your text. The tutorial walks you through the process of creating an SVG filter and even shares a tool that makes creating SVG filters a lot easier.

SVG Drop Shadows

This quick little code snippet will allow you to add a drop shadow to any object on your page. It shows you how the filter works and then provides a code example that you can modify to your liking.

SVG Drop Shadows Tutorial

SVG Blur Effects

Similar to the example above, this code snippet teaches you how to reproduce blur effects on your images using SVG filters. You can modify the code and play around with your options to learn how it works, then apply it to your designs.

SVG Blur Effects Filter Tutorial

The Gooey Effect

With this tutorial, you’ll learn to create a cool and unique effect and apply it to a menu. This SVG filter is sure to make your project stand out, so be sure to check out the tutorial and learn how to apply this effect to your designs.

The Gooey Effect SVG Filter Tutorial

SVG Filters

Although not a tutorial, this resource lists all the necessary elements for SVG filters and serves as an excellent reference point when you’re ready to experiment with them in your own designs. A reference list of various SVG filters can be applied to text, images, and more.

Masked Blur Effect

Learn how to create an interesting masked blur effect in this tutorial. A great way to spice up your header elements or your parallax sections on a website.

Masked Blur Effect SVG Filter Tutorial

Practical SVG Filters

This in-depth tutorial gives you a nice overview of SVG filters and how to use them. It even includes practical examples that you can immediately apply to your designs.

SVG Light Source Filter Tutorial

If you want to apply a cool lighting effect to your design, don’t skip this tutorial. You will learn how to apply a lighting effect and manipulate it using three different lighting effects.

SVG Light Source Filter Tutorial SVG Filter Tutorial


SVG filters provide a rich set of filters that can add depth to any design.

What’s more, you can apply them on any DOM element using the <filter> tags, so take advantage of the tutorials in this post and master SVG filters for your own designs.

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8 CSS Snippets That Demonstrate the Power of Shadow Effects https://speckyboy.com/css-snippets-shadow-effects/ https://speckyboy.com/css-snippets-shadow-effects/#respond Thu, 12 Sep 2024 19:32:37 +0000 https://speckyboy.com/?p=141115 A collection of useful code snippets that demonstrate the usefulness and what you can fully achieve with CSS shadow effects.

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Where would web designers be without CSS? It wasn’t so long ago that something as simple as a drop shadow required the use of graphics. Now, it’s a matter of writing a line or two of code.

That’s great for adding some basic effects to your text and containers. But it’s also possible to go above and beyond. With CSS, you can create some seriously impressive shadows that rival those found in tools like Photoshop.

These effects help elements stand out while providing depth and visual perspective. It’s amazing what a little bit of shadowing can do for a design.

We scoured CodePen to find prime examples of CSS shadow effects in action. Here are some top snippets that cover both everyday sensibility and jaw-dropping complexity.

Beautiful CSS box-shadow

The CSS box-shadow property is incredibly flexible – and this snippet is proof. With 90+ examples of different effects, you’re sure to find one that suits your needs. Bookmark this one as a handy reference.

See the Pen Beautiful CSS box-shadow by Airen

Error 404 Page Design for Bootstrap

This 404 error offers a unique take on shadowing. It combines CSS transforms and absolutely-positioned elements to create a skewed look for each container. The result is a cool aesthetic with a standout visual flow.

See the Pen Error 404 Page design BOOTSTRAP by Ahmed

Strokes, Shadows + Halftone Effects

The creative use of shadows can take your work to some fun places. Here, they’re utilized to craft a selection of offset looks, including halftone SVG patterns. They create a lighthearted mood that would fit in nicely with features such as page titles and hero areas.

See the Pen Strokes, Shadows + Halftone Effects by Mark Mead

Netflix style text animation with CSS

The “Netflix” effect seen here includes an iconic long shadow that disappears into the final result. It’s a relatively basic CSS keyframe animation, yet makes a bold impact – just like the opening of your favorite shows. Even better is that you can customize the text right from within your browser.

See the Pen Netflix style text animation with CSS by Nooray Yemon

Neon text-shadow Effect

We tend to see shadows used to create contrast – that’s not the case here. Instead, the text-shadow property provides these characters with a neon look. Add in a bit of animation and you have an attention-grabbing headline or logo.

See the Pen Neon text-shadow effect by Erik Jung

Animated CSS Mail Button

Shadows can also be used to enhance lighting effects, much like we see with this envelope. Hover over the object and notice how the perspective shadow shrinks as the envelope moves closer to it. While it’s not the main attraction, it certainly adds a touch of realism.

See the Pen Animated CSS Mail Button by Jake Giles-Phillips

Layered text-shadow effect CSS

Among the hidden tricks behind text-shadow is the ability to layer shadows – all within the same property. In all, there are a whopping nine layers used to create this multicolored 3D text. And while this snippet has a cool retro vibe, there are plenty of additional possibilities.

See the Pen Layered text-shadow effect CSS by Shireen Taj

Shadow on Shape

Adding a shadow to a non-rectangular shape may not seem like a big deal. But it wasn’t always possible on the web. Here, Chris Coyier demonstrates that, by using the CSS filter property, we can create a shadow that perfectly follows along the path of a custom shape.

See the Pen Shadow on Shape by Chris Coyier

Step into the Shadows with CSS

Yes, the classic drop shadow is alive and well. But, thanks to CSS, so are a variety of other shadow effects. This means that you can create something truly unique without leaving your code editor.

Whether you’re looking to add a subtle touch of class or something more extreme, the snippets above can show you how to make it happen. And it may be easier than you think.

More CSS Effects Snippets

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Fun Examples of SVG Shape Usage in Web Design https://speckyboy.com/svg-shape-usage-web-design/ https://speckyboy.com/svg-shape-usage-web-design/#respond Sun, 19 May 2024 03:51:55 +0000 https://speckyboy.com/?p=160083 Learn how SVG shapes can enhance web design, offering scalable, responsive, and visually appealing elements for modern websites.

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Scalable Vector Graphics (SVG) make for versatile design elements. They can be intricate or simplistic. You can combine them with animation and special effects. And they’re inherently responsive.

It’s no wonder that web designers have taken to the format. SVG adds a new level of flexibility compared to pixel-based images. They are a perfect match for modern design. Plus, browser support is universal.

As such, we went on a search for examples of SVG shapes. The goal was to find a diverse collection of implementations. Curious about what’s possible? Take a look at these eight fun examples of SVG shapes in action.

Simple CSS Waves

Divider graphics are a natural fit for the SVG format. These images stay razor-sharp on every screen. The animated waves in this snippet add a touch of elegance. Even better, mobile users can enjoy the feature without a performance hit.

See the Pen Simple CSS Waves | Mobile &Full width by Goodkatz

SVG Image Unveiled

Here’s an example of what SVG masking effects can do. Watch as polygons fall from this tree to reveal a masked image. CSS and JavaScript are used to power the animation. This effect used to require the likes of Photoshop and Flash. No need for those heavy tools anymore.

See the Pen SVG Image Unveiled by Silvia Gioia Florio

SVG Shape Page Transitions

We can use SVG to create compelling page transitions. Click the “hamburger” menu or scroll to unleash a drip effect. It’s as if the screen is melting right before our eyes. And it’s sure to grab a user’s attention.

See the Pen SVG Shape Page transitions by Pixelbuilders

Liquid UI Elements

Mundane elements like radio buttons and checkboxes also benefit from SVG. This snippet features common form elements dressed up with slick animations. It adds a highly-polished look that is miles ahead of the default.

See the Pen Liquid UI Elements by Aaron Iker

SVG Flowers Login Screen

SVG doesn’t have to be the centerpiece of an element. It can also flourish in a decorative role. Here, a single shape is repeated and styled via CSS. Each variation creates depth and beauty.

See the Pen SVG Flowers Login Screen by Meg Wayne

SVG Adaptive Gradient

This snippet uses SVG filter effects to create a noisy gradient. The animated waves stretch across the viewport. It might be a neat addition to a footer area.

See the Pen SVG adaptive gradient by Andros Guiradó

Blend-Mode Sticky Navigation

There are a few implementations of SVG in this snippet. But our primary focus is the curved background. It’s a key element in the presentation. The added text and video combine to create a jaw-dropping effect.

See the Pen Blend-Mode Sticky Nav &Hero by Jalin Burton

SVG Animated Drum Kit

Let’s finish this collection with a bang. Don’t have a drum kit handy? You can always play this virtual set. SVG is used to power the graphics. Meanwhile, some spot-on sounds bring them to life. Here we go, Ringo!

See the Pen SVG Animated Drum Kit (Play Me!) by Josh

Adding Shape to Your Design

SVG has become a staple of web design. The format comes with plenty of advantages. And we can use it to create effects that used to require hacks.

All told SVG is among the most powerful tools we have. It adds a world of possibilities for design, movement, and interactivity. What’s not to love?

Check out our CodePen collection for even more examples of SVG shapes. You might find the perfect use case for your next project.

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Free Transport Icon Set (50 Icons in SVG & PNG Formats) https://speckyboy.com/free-transport-icon-set/ https://speckyboy.com/free-transport-icon-set/#respond Thu, 18 Apr 2024 15:48:06 +0000 https://speckyboy.com/?p=112518 These free transport icons are 100% customizable, all colors are editable and come in both SVG & PNG. Use in personal and commercial projects.

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We have another amazing freebie for you this week – a transport icon set that’s sure to get your creative juices flowing.

Designed by our friends over at Flaticon, this collection features 50 fully customizable icons that cover all modes of transportation, from cars and buses to boats and spaceships. With its editable colors and SVG and PNG formats, this set is perfect for adding some personality to their project.

And the best part? You’re free to use these icons in both personal and commercial projects without any restrictions. Whether you’re designing a transportation website, creating an infographic, or simply looking to add some fun icons to your project, this set is perfect for you.

Free Transport Icon Pack Preview

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