How to Build Custom Shopify Sections with Webflow (Step-by-Step)

Are you a Webflow designer who wants to build for Shopify, or a Shopify merchant tired of rigid themes?

For years, bridging the gap between Webflow’s visual freedom and Shopify’s robust e-commerce backend required complex Liquid coding. But that is changing.

In this guide, we’ll break down how you can design high-converting Shopify sections directly inside Webflow and export them to your store without writing a single line of code.

The Problem: Rigid Shopify Themes

Most Shopify themes lock you into a specific structure. If you want to add a unique "Hero Section" or a custom "Feature Grid" that your theme doesn't support, you typically have two options:

1. Hire a developer to write custom Liquid code.
2. Struggle with restrictive page builder apps that slow down your site.

The Solution: The Liquiflow Section Builder

As demonstrated in the tutorial, the Liquiflow Section Builder allows you to add new sections to existing Shopify themes using Webflow.

The standout feature here is the Attribute-based workflow. You don’t need to manually write Liquid code. Instead, you build your layout visually in Webflow and apply specific attributes that tell Shopify how to handle the content.

Step-by-Step: From Webflow to Shopify

1. Design Visually in Webflow

Start by building your section in Webflow just as you normally would. Focus on the user experience and responsiveness. Whether it’s a product showcase, a testimonial slider, or a promotional banner, you have complete design control.

2. Add Attributes (No Code Required!)

This is the magic step. Instead of jumping into a code editor:

• Select your elements in Webflow.
• Add the specific Liquiflow attributes to your elements.
• These attributes act as "instructions" that convert your static Webflow elements into dynamic Shopify settings (like image pickers, text fields, and color selectors).

3. Export and Integrate

Once your attributes are in place, Liquiflow handles the heavy lifting. The tool generates the necessary Liquid code for you. You can then import this section directly into your Shopify Theme Editor.

Why This Changes the Game

• No "Liquid" Knowledge Needed: You don't need to learn Shopify's templating language.
• Keep Your Existing Theme: You don't have to rebuild your entire store. You can simply inject high-quality, custom sections into the theme you already use.
• Client Friendly: The final result is a fully editable section in the Shopify Customizer. Your clients (or your marketing team) can easily update images and text without breaking the design.

Ready to Streamline Your Workflow?

If you want to stop fighting with code and start designing, check out the full step-by-step breakdown in the video above.

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