Adding .mac blog to established non- .mac website

Hi, I just purchased a new mac. It has been twenty years since I used one. Overwhelmed with all I need to learn. I would like to know if it is possible to add a .mac blog to my website that exists already that was created by a web designer who used Front Page software.
I would like viewers of my site to connect ot the blog I am attempting to create on IWeb.
Also, is it possible to customize the background of the blog or am I limited to the choices it gives me?
I apologize for sounding like I don't know what is going on, but I really don't and any help is most appreciated. Thank you! like the wind

Hi Roddy, Thank you for your time and answer, it was helpful. I know this is probably beyond the scope of this discussion, but is there a standard way to 'linking' a blog to a site, or do I need to learn "Front Page," the software that created my original website?
I appreciate your time!
Thank you,
like the wind

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