Creating pins that will get shared on Pinterest is all about using great images and the words you use to convey your message.

You want to attract the reader’s attention so they will stop and click on your pin to share it and to click through to your blog post or sales page.

Here are 7 easy steps to help you get started in creating amazing Pinterest PINS that will get shared over and over again.

1. Choose the Right Images – Using images on Pinterest is a necessity; without images, there is no Pinterest. But you need to ensure that you use high-quality images that are legal to use. You can find images at a variety of free online photo sites. You can also take them yourself. A great site to use is PicMonkey. They also have images and easy tools for you to create your pins. This helps if you’re not familiar with how to use graphic design programs which can also be very expensive.

2. Make Pins the Right Size – The best size to use is 1000 pixels high x 1500 pixels wide. For Recipes, DIY or Health related subjects make your pins 1000 pixels wide x 3000 pixels high.

This larger size allows for more room to display images which is needed for these types of niches. You can customize and create an alternate size if needed.

3. Use Effective Fonts and Colors – You can use two to three fonts to make your pin look more creative. Using bright, bold colors will also make your pin stand out. Keep your look consistent with all your pins.

Note: Always include your blog name and/or logo to each of your pins.

4. Include a Description – Write a description of what you pin will lead to. This is important so that your pin will rank well in the Pinterest search results.

5. Use Defined Categories – As you create your Pinterest boards, ensure that each board has a defined category and that a pin that you create goes with that board. This will encourage people to follow your boards at a higher rate and share those pins.

6. Have a Clear CTA – A call to action is important and it doesn’t have to be direct as in “click here.” It can be implied with an image and the words combined with the image. The point is that it needs to be obvious what you want the reader to do.

7. Link to the Right Place – Be careful to link your pins to the right sales pages, blog posts, and/or other places to either purchase what you are recommending or take an action you want, such as signing up for your newsletter.

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Guest Post by Nina Christy of Inspire a Connection Virtual Pinterest and Design Services

Nina Christy is a Virtual Pinterest Assistant and the owner of Inspire a Connection Virtual Pinterest and Design Services. Her goal is to help bloggers have a successful Pinterest presence in order to grow their blog and business. With over 15 years in the marketing and graphic design field she has the experience and the drive to support bloggers as they journey through this global search tool of ideas and discovery. Visit www.inspireaconnection.com and receive your free Pinterest Beginner Tips for Bloggers guide.