My favorite part of designing is starting a new project. I love getting all the pieces together, trying out colors, deciding on fonts, and finding images. My problem for years, though, was an incredibly messy desk. And my computer desktop was even more chaotic. Then I discovered the Magic Manilla Envelope. Finally, I got organized.
Each time I began a new project, I attached a project sheet to the front of the envelope. The project sheet included all the information I needed to get the project going, like the client contact info, page size, color stats, due date, etc. Inside the envelope I put drafts, any info sent to me by the client, and anything else that would needed to be there. When it was time to get hot and heavy on the project, I had everything I needed in one place.
Create your own simple project sheet! Think of everything you need to know about a project. Don’t forget to include a place to write down your target audience.
