How to Make Your Own Free WordPress Template

1. Change the color for the text of the name of your blog under the 'Site Name' box. Type in the name of your blog or upload the logo you would like to use. Change the body size of the text. You can view the changes on the blog to the right.
2. Position the sidebar, if you would like one. You can insert the text bar into a specific position on the right or the left. Also, decide if you would like a third column. In the next box down, choose what components you would like to appear in your column(s).

3. Choose your blog background color and any background items you would like to appear. You can insert your own background items by typing your URL into each drop-down box. Move to the next box and adjust how you would like your text to appear. This includes both headings and regular text. Remember, this dictates the texts you'll be able to use on your blog, so choose carefully.
4. Decide on the Tags, Archives and Search options. When you're satisfied with your template, preview it. If everything appears OK, choose 'Save' and then download it onto your computer into a place that you won't forget. Each of the separate files, such as 'index.php,' are separate templates.