{"id":4261,"date":"2019-05-16T20:44:52","date_gmt":"2019-05-17T02:44:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/twprod.wpengine.com\/instagram-recipe-carousel-flipbook\/"},"modified":"2025-09-04T18:47:34","modified_gmt":"2025-09-05T00:47:34","slug":"instagram-recipe-carousel-flipbook","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tailwindapp.com\/blog\/instagram-recipe-carousel-flipbook","title":{"rendered":"Convert Old Content Into Brilliant Instagram Posts &#8211; In Just 3 Steps!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/twprod.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/facebook-linkedIn-instagram-recipes-3-1024x536.png\" alt=\"Convert Old Content Into Brilliant Instagram Posts\" class=\"wp-image-16596 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/536;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Ever feel like you have NO idea what to post on Instagram? Me too.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But guess what!?! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You almost certainly have <strong>a treasure trove of fascinating content that\u2019s just waiting to be transformed into highly-engaging posts<\/strong> made just for Instagram &#8211; and with minimal effort! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A website, blog, or online store<br><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A habit of creating (or consuming) podcasts, videos, books or lessons in your field<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019re ready to apply this Instagram Recipe! We call it  \u201cCarousel Flipbook,\u201d and you\u2019ll use it to tell your audience a fact-filled and engaging story. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<script src=\"https:\/\/fast.wistia.com\/embed\/medias\/1efff7boja.jsonp\" async=\"\"><\/script><script src=\"https:\/\/fast.wistia.com\/assets\/external\/E-v1.js\" async=\"\"><\/script><div class=\"wistia_responsive_padding\" style=\"padding:56.25% 0 0 0;position:relative;\"><div class=\"wistia_responsive_wrapper\" style=\"height:100%;left:0;position:absolute;top:0;width:100%;\"><div class=\"wistia_embed wistia_async_1efff7boja videoFoam=true\" style=\"height:100%;position:relative;width:100%\"><div class=\"wistia_swatch\" style=\"height:100%;left:0;opacity:0;overflow:hidden;position:absolute;top:0;transition:opacity 200ms;width:100%;\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/twprod.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/swatch-2.jpeg\" style=\"filter:blur(5px);height:100%;object-fit:contain;width:100%;\" alt=\"\" onload=\"this.parentNode.style.opacity=1;\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-create-this-instagram-post\">How to Create This Instagram Post <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/twprod.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Post-Recipe-Carousel-Flipbook-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"Instagram Post Recipe: Carousel Flipbook\" class=\"wp-image-16586 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/1024;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-1-turn-your-content-into-bite-sized-text\">Step 1: Turn Your Content Into Bite-Sized Text<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To get started, you\u2019ll need a piece of content to split up into smaller, bite-size nuggets of information. We\u2019ll use these helpful facts as the content in each \u201cpage\u201d of our flipbook. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ask yourself: What lengthy, high-value pieces of content have you already published on your blog, podcast, or YouTube channel? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don\u2019t have your own piece of content, can you use an existing book, video, or podcast your audience will love? Make sure you don\u2019t forget to include proper credit and consent if you reference someone else\u2019s content! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, make sure you break down the <strong>1 main lesson<\/strong> and <strong>3-5 most important facts<\/strong> featured in each piece of content. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As an example, let\u2019s turn this blog post, <a href=\"https:\/\/tailwindapp.com\/blog\/how-to-use-instagram-stories-to-get-more-sales\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u201cHow to Use Instagram Stories to Get More Sales\u201d<\/a> into a Carousel Flipbook together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The key? Identify the most valuable key points in your big piece of content, then break them down into bite-size chunks for every page of your flipbook. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/twprod.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Carousel-Flipbook-Example-1-1024x538.png\" alt=\"Turn an in-depth article into flipbook facts for your Instagram post.\" class=\"wp-image-16587 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/538;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Boil down the main points your <strong>\u201cbig\u201d<\/strong> article, podcast, or video seeks to communicate. Remove extra words and boil each idea down to the bare minimum necessary to help your viewer in about one sentence. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For this blog post, we can use the section headers as a starting place and jot down a simple outline like this: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cover Photo: How to Use Instagram Stories to Get More Sales<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Title Box #1: Be Creative with Your Instagram Story Designs\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Body Text #1: Remember: People are more likely to watch your Stories if they are well put together.<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Title Box #2: Show Behind the Scenes of Your Business\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Body Text #2: More human = Appears more deserving of business.<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Title Box #3: Encourage People to Interact\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Body Text #3: Ask questions followers can reply to publicly by voting on a specific subject.<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Title Box #4: Repurpose User-Generated Content with Stories\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Body Text #4: When customers tag you in their posts, shine a spotlight on them by sharing it to your story.<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-2-turn-that-text-into-a-picture-perfect-flipbook-design\">Step 2: Turn That Text into a Picture-Perfect Flipbook Design<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, we\u2019re ready to take our slimmed-down outline and plug it into an Instagram-ready design. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Open up Canva, PicMonkey, Adobe Spark \u2014 or your image editing tool of choice \u2014 and create a series of 2-9 images to construct your flipbook. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Quick Template Design Tips<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Make sure your first image, the \u201ccover photo,\u201d will grab attention. Lead with a strong impression!<br><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Adding text to your first image urging viewers to \u201cSwipe\u201d to learn more can help ensure your additional images aren\u2019t overlooked.<br><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don\u2019t make your viewers strain to read! Instead, use large text. When in doubt, 36 point font or larger should work.<br><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Aim to provide BIG, at-a-glance value in photos #2-9. Focus on practical takeaways people can use immediately!<br><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stay on-brand by using colors and fonts that match your brand and topic.<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/twprod.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Canva_-_Edit_Carousel_Flipbook_Template-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Create Your Own Carousel Flipbook in Canva\" class=\"wp-image-16588 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to test a quick design out for yourself? Make a copy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canva.com\/design\/DADVo6jBBqw\/share\/preview?token=LxXCzHag555cwVYYG0MiHw&amp;role=EDITOR\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">this sample  \u201cCarousel Flipbook\u201d template<\/a> in Canva for a quick test run.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to get fancy? Make it a <strong>Video<\/strong> <strong>Carousel Flipbook<\/strong> if that\u2019s an effective format for you by using short (under 30 seconds long) video clips instead of photos. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BvSC-WSFP9l\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BvSC-WSFP9l<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BvSC-WSFP9l\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">This great post<\/a> by @buzzfeedtasty shows off this strategy. It\u2019s true: Video can take more time to produce. But, an effective video can quickly communicate complicated ideas in a way that\u2019s true to your unique voice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t be afraid to let your personality shine! The production doesn\u2019t have to be perfect \u2014 just be confident, friendly, and genuine. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-3-write-your-caption-using-the-short-essay\">Step 3: Write Your Caption Using \u201cThe Short Essay\u201d<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Need caption inspiration? Since you\u2019re already adapting a longer piece of content, try this formula for a longform caption we call \u201cThe Short Essay\u201d.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When executed well, this caption can inspire all the emotion and impact of an impassioned speech \u2014 but in just a handful of compact sentences. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-here-s-how-to-create-a-short-essay-caption-that-stands-out\"><strong>Here\u2019s how to create a Short Essay Caption that stands out:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Make the first sentence your \u201cBig Belief.\u201d<\/strong> Lead with a deeply held belief that will make someone\u2019s life better. <br><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Expand your idea with 2-3 supporting sentences.<\/strong> Provide examples and perspective that illustrate why your \u201cBig Belief\u201d is true and relevant for your audience. Sprinkle in sentences that provide context, add interesting facts, or tell an impactful story that ties into your main takeaway.<br><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Apply &amp; Take Action! <\/strong>Close out your caption with a call-to-action for your audience to apply their newfound perspective. For example, ask followers to tag a friend or respond in the comments.<br><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/twprod.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Caption-Formula-Short-Essay-613x1024.png\" alt=\"Instagram Caption Formula: Short Essay\" class=\"wp-image-16589 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 613px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 613\/1024;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Let\u2019s write a Short Essay caption together for our Instagram Stories example post!<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember: We\u2019ll start with our \u201cBig Belief.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Example Big Belief: \u201cHere\u2019s the truth\u2026 Stories is massively underrated as a tool to drive REAL sales on Instagram in 2019.\u201d <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s a bold claim, right? Now, let\u2019s back it up with a couple supporting sentences. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Example supporting sentences: \u201cWhen was the last time you watched a TV ad uninterrupted from start to finish? If you\u2019re like me, I reach for my iPhone every time a commercial break starts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But what about Stories? It\u2019s one of the few places where my attention stays 100% glued to the screen. And there\u2019s only ONE thing to watch (unlike the busy Instagram feed where you\u2019re scrolling through dozens and dozens of options!)\u201d <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Okay, you caught me\u2026 I wrote five sentences! Stopping at just three can feel tough when you get me fired up about Instagram.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And now it\u2019s time to end on a high note. Let\u2019s call our audience to action! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Example call to action: \u201cReady to up your sales? Post your own Instagram Story this week that features your top-selling product. And don\u2019t be shy about asking for people to try it out!\u201d <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Not bad. See how all the pieces of this Short Essay caption work together to teach a compelling lesson once you\u2019re finished: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/twprod.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/short-essay-caption-1024x791.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16590 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/791;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-example-1-do-you-know-what-s-in-your-food-by-panerabread\">Example #1: Do You Know What\u2019s in Your Food? by @panerabread <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/twprod.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Carousel-Flipbook-Panera-Example-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16592 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/1024;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why This Post Works:<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The cover photo <em>immediately<\/em> grabs interest with a relevant question. Don\u2019t you want to swipe to learn more?<br><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A series of follow-up facts on the 2nd and 3rd images get to the point quickly. They\u2019re big and easy to read, too!<br><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Notice the strong use of a short essay caption. Panera explains <em>why<\/em> they believe their food tastes better. (Because it\u2019s simpler.) Their clear, believable explanation goes a long way.<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-example-2-before-amp-after-tidying-up-by-mariekondo\">Example #2: Before &amp; After Tidying Up by @mariekondo<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/twprod.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Carousel-Flipbook-Marie-Kondo-Example-1024x922.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16593 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/922;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why This Post Works:<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Teasing a before\/after change naturally hooks into our curiosity. We want to swipe to see the difference for ourselves!<br><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This short essay caption reads like a shortened \u201chow-to\u201d blog post. It\u2019s bite-size, but still useful.<br><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remember: These don\u2019t necessarily have to be <em>your<\/em> photos! In this case, it\u2019s a community member, @nat_caho. Be on the lookout for opportunities to repurpose photos or ideas from your community into a Carousel Flipbook \u2014 with permission, of course.<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-example-3-how-to-make-pizza-nachos-by-buzzfeedtasty\">Example #3: How to Make Pizza Nachos by @buzzfeedtasty<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/twprod.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Carousel-Flipbook-Buzzfeedtasty-Example-1024x733.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16594 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/733;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why This Post Works:<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Want to feature a video longer than 60 seconds? Creating a video carousel provides a handy way to get around Instagram\u2019s typical video limitations.<br><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A video carousel can also show <strong>progression<\/strong> (like making a recipe in several steps) or <strong>tease different ideas<\/strong> (like pairing 3 related videos together around a common theme.)<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-conclusion\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t let your Instagram followers miss out on your best insights from the blog posts, podcasts, and videos you\u2019re already publishing! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead, build a new habit of repurposing your most useful \u201cBig Beliefs,\u201d fascinating facts, and gripping stories into posts that sparkle on your Instagram feed too.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hopefully, the Carousel Flipbook is one of many formats you can remix and reuse to bring your most engaging ideas to Instagram in a natural way that draws in likes, comments, and followers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"tw-inline-social-share\">\n<div>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/share?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" class=\"twitter-share-button\" data-size=\"large\" data-text=\"This step-by-step template transforms old blog posts into thumb-stopping Instagram images that demand likes and follows.   #instagramtips #instagramstrategy\" data-url=\"https:\/\/tailwindapp.com\/blog\/instagram-recipe-carousel-flipbook\/\" data-via=\"tailwindapp\" data-show-count=\"false\">Tweet<\/a><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n<iframe data-src=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/plugins\/share_button.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Ftailwindapp.com\/blog%2Finstagram-recipe-carousel-flipbook&#038;layout=button&#038;size=large&#038;width=73&#038;height=28&#038;appId\" width=\"73\" height=\"28\" style=\"border:none;overflow:hidden\" scrolling=\"no\" frameborder=\"0\" allowTransparency=\"true\" allow=\"encrypted-media\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe>\n\n<a data-pin-do=\"buttonBookmark\" data-pin-tall=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\"><\/a>\n<script async defer src=\"\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/js\/pinit.js\"><\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n<style>\ndiv#tw-inline-social-share {\n    display: flex;\n    justify-content: space-evenly;\n}\n<\/style>\n\n\n\n<p>Love this post recipe? It would make our week if you took a second to share it on social media too. 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