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A creative resource for designers, makers, and growing brands.
What I Learned From Surveying 100+ Designers: Honest Feedback on My Templates and Business
I asked over 100 designers what they’re struggling with, what tools they use, and what kind of resources actually help—and their answers reshaped my business direction. From pricing struggles to Notion templates and mini-course ideas, here’s what I learned (and what I’m doing next).
Brand Strategy Workshops vs. Questionnaires: How to Guide Clients Through a Strategic Design Process
Work smarter, not harder—here’s how to get the info you need from clients to build strategic brands. This post covers questionnaires, workshops, and tips to confidently guide your clients through the brand-building process.
How to Write a Design Project Proposal That Wins Clients (With Template Tips)
Want to turn more inquiries into paying clients? This post shares the 6 must-have sections in a design project proposal—complete with strategy tips and a downloadable template to help you build yours fast.
Client Offboarding Guide: How to End Projects Professionally and Add Extra Value
A strong client offboarding process helps you end your projects professionally, add value, and keep clients coming back. This guide outlines what to include in your offboarding documents—and why they matter.
4 Tips for Personal Branding as a Graphic Designer (With Examples)
Struggling with your own branding? Here are four tips to help designers simplify their personal brand using logo, colour, imagery and fonts—without overthinking it.
I Tried to Rebrand a Catering Company in 2 Hours Using AI (And Canva)
I created a fake brand brief with AI, then tried to design a catering brand in Canva—like a client would. Here’s what worked, what didn’t, and how I redesigned it with strategy.
I Tried Designing a Logo Like a Client Using Canva—Here’s What Happened
I used ChatGPT to write a fake brief, then designed a logo using Canva templates—like a client would. Here’s how it went and what I learned.
Building a Brand in Two Hours Using ChatGPT + Canva (Kind Of)
Watch as I attempt to create a brand using ChatGPT’s prompts and Canva in two hours—from colour palette to logo, icons, patterns, and mockups.
The 2-Hour Rebrand Challenge: A Creative Sprint for Designers
Ready to boost your design skills and have some fun? The 2hr Rebrand Challenge is a creative sprint where you reimagine a brand in just two hours. Use AI to generate a brief, mock up an ‘existing’ brand, then redesign it with your unique style. It’s perfect for portfolio-building, social content, or just flexing those creative muscles.