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September 23, 2026

Reflections from Brand New 2026

Ramblings from Another Opinionated Designer

Last week, I had the awesome opportunity to road-trip down to Nashville, Tennessee, to attend Under Consideration’s annual Brand New Conference - a two-day event focused on agency, freelance, and...

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July 30, 2026

Getting Out of a Creative Slump

From a Non-Creative Person

I don’t think I’m a creative person. In fact, I’ve been some variation of a logical bulldozer in every personality test I’ve ever taken. But after years of running a creative studio, I’ve learned...

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June 15, 2026

Found in the Wild

Photography, travel, and nature-inspired palettes.

Part travel journal, part color library. This collection brings together palettes inspired by adventures on the road, drawn from real landscapes, unforgettable places, and the colors along the way...

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January 17, 2025

Designer's Don't Actually Hate Canva

It's Just How You're Using It

There’s a lot of noise online about designers bashing Canva—dismissing it on social media, refusing to touch it, or even scoffing at the thought of learning how to use it. This sentiment seems espe...

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December 30, 2024

Is Your Brand Holding You Back?

How to Know It's Time for a Rebrand

Whether you’ve been in business for years or months, there’s immense value in taking a fresh look at your branding. Strong branding goes beyond just visuals; it’s a powerful driver of your business...

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September 24, 2024

Why Work With a Freelancer?

What to Look For in Your Search

When it comes to design services, the options can seem endless. The choices can be overwhelming, from agencies to online platforms to your brother’s-friend’s-uncle’s-kid that just started at design...

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September 8, 2024

Why Are All Designers So Obsessed With Mugs?

Recipes for All Your Mugs

Why are all designers so obsessed with mugs? Is it to offset the growing pile of mugs on the desk? To take cute aesthetic shots of our office set up while working? To weirdly justify our mass...

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July 16, 2024

Free Resources Every Business & Designer Needs to Know

The Ultimate Resource Guide for Budget-Friendly Creative Solutions

Look no further if you’re a designer or small business owner struggling to find quality resources that fit your budget. I'm sharing my master list of resources I've used and love, packed with fanta...

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July 17, 2024

Escape Stock Photo Hell! How to Find High-Quality Images That Connect

Design on a Dime 03 | Stock Photo Resources

Generic stock photos can cheapen your brand's image. Especially when you're using pre-made templates with stock images already in them. Sure, those photos might fit the template, but do they truly...

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July 15, 2024

Simple Graphic Design Tips Every Small Business Owner Needs to Know

Design on a Dime 01 | DIY Disasters

Juggling a business is a whirlwind, right? Between marketing, legal stuff (yawn), and finding customers, design probably isn't the first thing on your mind. This guide is here to be your design...

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