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In the archives, you'll find over 100 articles, videos and resources to help you create and share exceptional work online. I hope it inspires you to go make something beautiful.
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In this post, you’ll find an interview with a hand letterer, Dawn Nicole, from Dawn Nicole Designs. If you’ve considered pursuing hand lettering as a hobby or income source, you’ll be inspired by Dawn’s story. As entrepreneurs, we must constantly educate and inspire ourselves to keep moving forward. I’ve found that the best way to […]
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In this post, you’ll find guest blogging tips for creative brands: how it’ll help you grow, how to find opportunities, and advice for pitching your content. Guest blogging is one of those small actions that can potentially grow your business in a big way. It didn’t just bring more traffic to my blog but exposed […]
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This DesignCuts review has been sponsored by the company. As a solo business owner, it’s not always easy to keep all of the balls in the air. Luckily, there are tools and resources that I’ve discovered along the way that have not just helped me to stay afloat but have elevated my business. When I […]
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Are you an online seller who has wondered what to include in your Etsy listings? This post will provide you with the ten-must haves for a great user experience. As Etsy sellers, we are responsible for creating an experience for our customers that’s both easy and enjoyable. The secret to making this happen is not […]
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A big thank you to Holstee for sponsoring this post about mastering the art of mindful living. I learned about the company in 2015 and love what they stand for. Today, I am so excited to be sharing their wonderful monthly subscription that has been impacting me in a big way. As someone who is […]
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My business would not be what it is, without the help of some amazing tools + services. Where I get my fonts + graphics DesignCuts is not just the sponsor of this site, but one of my favorite companies of all time. They offer fonts, graphics, illustrations, and mockups in bundles at ridiculously discounted prices. If […]
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Two planning printables for bloggers and small business owners to help you get organized while elevating your business: coming right up! Inspired by my word of the year Fellow bloggers and small business owners, I don’t know what happened to me at the start of this year, but I have got a fire lit under […]
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Have you been wondering how to create printable designs that you can share and sell online? Read on for my step-by-step guide! Printables, or print-yourself designs, as many of you know are the backbone of my business. I give them away to my awesome readers on my blog, I sell them online and I convert […]
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Tonic Site Shop themes are undeniably beautiful, but are they worth the cost? Michelle shares her experience and opinions on her template purchase. Your online presence is like the digital version of your home, and just like deciding on the perfect place to live, choosing the right platform and theme for your website is a […]
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In this post, you’ll learn how to start an email newsletter that is aesthetically pleasing and easy to create — one you’ll be excited to send and that your subscribers will look forward to receiving. Starting an email newsletter may be something that you’ve been wanting to do for a long time. If that is […]
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Eight content ideas for the holiday season you can use to connect with your audience and make more sales. You don’t need to be an Elf to create epic holiday content. Whether you are an illustrator, a logo designer, or a hand-letterer, this season offers many opportunities to connect with your ideal client or customer […]
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Read on to learn everything you need to know about creating Instagram Carousels that convert your followers to fans. I’m sick of hearing myself talk and think about Instagram’s algorithm. It’s true: we can’t reach our followers as we used to. But let’s not overlook the many features Instagram has added to make it easier […]
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Email is still the best marketing platform, but are you catering to a 2023 audience? Here are tips for designing an email newsletter your readers will look forward to opening. As a long-time internet creator, I feel I’m constantly defending the original platforms. Blogging isn’t dead! Bring back the old Instagram! Email marketing still rules! […]
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Is online marketing without social media an impossibility? In this post, I share alternate ways to promote your business while staying off the feeds. I can’t tell you how much I miss the early days of sharing content on the internet. A specific moment from 2011 has stayed with me, and it’s a perfect representation […]
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A modern maker with a classic approach to design.
An elder millennial, I learned graphic design the old-fashioned way, but for the past fifteen years, I’ve practiced those principles in the digital space. The result: content that stands the test of time.
I work with clients to craft everything from the ground up, establishing a strong foundation and energizing your visuals with meaning. Impactful content goes beyond what we see. We’re here to make your audience feel.
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