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How to Make a Salon Menu Template (With Examples)

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Ashlee Harrell
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What You'll Be Creating

In this tutorial, I'll teach you how to make a salon menu template in Adobe InDesign. By completing this tutorial, you'll learn how to prep photos for print, how to create a ribbon, and how to add text and vectors to a salon menu.

Before we start, I would like to inform you of all the fantastic salon menu examples on Envato Elements, including the one below.

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The Serenity Salon & Spa Menu Template is available at Envato Elements.

Serenity Salon & Spa Menu has everything you need—from a testimonial to retreat packages, all on one flyer, ready for you to customize and make your own.

What You'll Learn in This Salon Menu Template Tutorial

  • How to prep photos for print in Photoshop
  • How to create a day spa menu template in InDesign
  • How to create a ribbon in InDesign
  • How to add text and vectors to a salon menu in InDesign

Assets You Will Need

1. How to Prep Photos for Print in Photoshop

Step 1

Open the Couple at the spa photo in Photoshop. Go to Image > Mode > CMYK Color and convert the image to CMYK for printing. The image is already set to 300 dpi. Now we will save the file as a Tiff. File > Save As > couple-at-the-spa.tif

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Step 2

Open the Bride photo in Photoshop and convert the image to CMYK. Next, go to Image > Image Size. Type 300 for the Resolution and uncheck Resample. Select OK. Save this file as a Tiff.

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2. How to Create a Day Spa Menu Template in InDesign

Step 1

Open InDesign and create a New Document, 8.5 x 11 in, 0.5 in Margins, and 0.125 in Bleed.

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Step 2

Select the Rectangle Tool (M) and make a rectangle at the top of the flyer. The size of my rectangle is 8.7431(w) x 2.6885(h) in.

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Step 3

File > Place or Command-D the Couple at the Spa photo with the rectangle still selected.

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Step 4

Make another rectangle the same size as the Couple at the Spa photo. Create a new swatch in the Swatches panel C98 M100 Y50 K19. Add a Gradient Feather (Object > Effects > Gradient Feather) to this rectangle.

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Step 5

Create another rectangle with the Rectangle Tool (M) below the header photo. The size of my rectangle is 4.8332 x 2.025 in. Place (Command-D) the Bride photo within this rectangle. Make another rectangle and apply the same purple Gradient Feather effect we previously used.

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3. How to Create a Ribbon in InDesign

Step 1

Create two new swatches C39 M44 Y100 K32 and C39 M44 Y100 K0. Create two rectangles using the Rectangle Tool (M): 5.955 x 0.3216 in and 3.4736 x 0.3216 in. Select the Gradient panel and use the two swatches we created to make a linear gradient.

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Step 2

Select the Pen Tool (P) and connect both rectangles and change the color to purple (C98 M100 Y50 K59).

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4. How to Add Text and Vectors to a Salon Menu in InDesign

Step 1

Grab the Type Tool (T) and type out "Serenity" using the Resillia 56 pt font. Change the color of text to C39 M44 Y100 K0. Make another text frame for "Salon & Spa" and "Where Rest & Relaxation Awaits" using these settings:

  • Salon & Spa: Roundkey Bold, 12pt, Paper swatch
  • Where Rest & Relaxation Awaits: Roundkey Light Oblique, 15pt, Paper swatch
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Step 2

Open the 11 Unalome & Lotus Sacred symbols in Illustrator and copy (Command-C) and paste (Command-V) the lotus icon into InDesign. Change the color of this icon to Paper.

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Step 3

Select the Rectangle Tool (M) and cover the background using the 6% Tint Black swatch. Send the background to the back of the flyer using right-click > Arrange > Send to Back.

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Step 4

Copy the lotus icon and paste it on the flyer. Increase the size of the icon to 200% and change the color to Paper. Apply a Gradient Feather to this icon.

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Step 5

Copy (Command-C) and paste (Command-V) the Serenity logo to go underneath the ribbon. Select the Type Tool (T) and type a small description of your business. Use Roundkey Light and Light Oblique, 12 pt, and C98 M100 Y50 K19. 

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Step 6

Select the Rectangle Tool (M) and create three boxes using the Paper swatch. Make the size of your boxes 1.6861 x 1.6431 in. Apply a Gradient Feather to these boxes (Linear 90°).

Select the Type Tool (T) and create three text boxes and type three features of your business. Use these settings:

  • Headline: Roundkey Bold, 12pt, C98 M100 Y50 K59
  • Copy: Roundkey Light, 12pt, C98 M100 Y50 K19
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Step 7

With the Type Tool (T) still selected, type the number "25". Make sure the Fill is set to None and set the 1 pt Stroke to C39 M44 Y100 K0. Also, use Roundkey Bold 50 pt for the font. Do the same with the dollar sign.

Select the Ellipse Tool (L) and make a circle. Use the swatch C98 M100 Y50 K59 and a 1 pt Solid Stroke. Use the Pen Tool (P) and make an hour and minute hand using the same purple Swatch and a 2 pt Solid Stroke.

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Step 8

Now let's create some purple and gold accents. Using the Pen Tool (P), make a straight line underneath each of the three features and a vertical line next to our Bride image. Use a 3 pt Solid Stroke and Purple and Gold swatches.

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Step 9

Using the Type Tool (T), create additional text frames over the Bride image and to the right of this image. Fill these text frames with a testimonial and business promotion using these settings:

  • Business promotion: Roundkey Bold & Light Oblique, 12pt, Paper swatch
  • Testimonial: Roundkey Bold & Light Oblique, 13pt & 16pt, C39 M44 Y100 K0 & C98 M100 Y50 K19
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Step 10

Add three more boxes using the Rectangle Tool (M). Apply a Gradient Feather Linear 90° effect. Next, add more information for your salon & spa packages along with your domain, using the Roundkey font.

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Step 11

Copy (Command-C) and paste (Command-V) three icons from the Unalome & Lotus Sacred Symbols vector file and place them above each package. Apply a Gradient Feather Linear -90° effect to these icons.

Select the Rectangle Tool (M) and make small dividers underneath each price. Use the gold swatch C39 M44 Y100 K0 for the Fill. Apply a Drop Shadow. And that's the last step! After you finish adding the text and finishing touches, you can proceed to save your finished salon menu PDF file.

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You're Done! Time for Some Rest & Relaxation!

You've now completed the salon menu PDF tutorial. Export this file as a salon menu PDF from InDesign and send it to print! Use this tutorial to create other nail salon menu templates or a salon menu book. If you enjoyed this tutorial, Envato Elements has more salon menu examples to help you get your creative juices flowing.

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5 Beautifully Designed Salon Menu Templates

Envato Elements has loads of graphic templates that are designed by seasoned designers. Not only will you receive high-quality templates but they will be easy to edit even for beginners. Try one of these exquisite spa menu templates from Envato Elements.

1. Aarley Beauty Salon Flyer (PSD)

Sit back, relax and let the Aarley Beauty Salon Flyer do the work. This beautiful, eye-catching flyer includes three alternative designs. 

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2. Organic Massage Spa Brochure (AI, EPS, PSD)

This spa menu template is so refreshing. Showcase all that your salon or spa has to offer with large photos, bold headlines, and floral accents. 

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3. Shevana Spa Flyer (AI, EPS)

If you're trying to figure out how to make a salon menu, the Shevana Spa Flyer makes it so easy. Eliminate tedious design hours and customize this straightforward template created in Illustrator.

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4. The Hair Styling Bifold Brochure (INDD)

Confused about how to create promotional materials for your hair salon? This Hair Styling Bifold Brochure is full of different sections, like a price list and hair portfolio. Use this brochure as a hair salon menu of services template and more.

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5. Osiris Spa Trifold Brochure (PSD)

Osiris Spa brochure has everything you need to promote your spa, wellness center, or nail salon. This chocolate tone salon menu is easy to edit and print-ready.

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