Template:Learn

learn to make original templates (a very positive tip)

learn to use css to make original templates. don't just copypaste other templates (not inherently bad just stale when theres 6 templates built exactly the same)

Not every template needs an image.
Images may enhance the template, but sometimes, they just feel forced.
White text on a black banner? Why not!

Templates can also come in different shapes. Banner templates are good, but not always necessary.

Some templates don't need to be contained in blocks at all. This simple one will do for minor information.

and don't copypaste these either these are just examples.

Put this on someone's talk page if they copy and paste templates!