Confession Time: I'm a Designer Living a Double Life
You know those moments when someone asks what you do for a living, and you have to take a deep breath before answering? That's me every time. Because saying "I'm a designer" is just the tip of the iceberg.
The Reality of Working From Home as a Designer: My Multi-Room Office Tour
Let's talk about the glamorous life of a freelance designer, shall we? You know those Instagram posts of perfectly styled home offices with pristine white desks and carefully arranged succulents? Yeah... that's not quite my reality.
New Beginnings: Transform Your Business Identity for 2025
You know that 'new year, new me' energy that's floating around right now? Well, I've been thinking – why should personal transformations have all the fun? As I was sorting through my own business bits and bobs for 2025, it hit me how many businesses might be sitting there with branded materials that don't quite spark joy anymore.
The London Rush: A Design Solution for Busy Professionals
There's something magical about London – the bustling streets, the historic architecture, and the palpable energy that courses through the city. But during my recent visit, one thing struck me more than anything else: the relentless pace of life.
5 Reasons to Prioritise Mobile Optimisation for Your Website
As a professional services business, you've likely noticed that mobile users now make up the majority of traffic to your website - around 70% of visitors to our site are on mobile or tablet devices. This is why you should optimise your site for these viewers.
Baking & Designing: The Shared Creative Process
As I start planning what kind of cake I want to make for our family's Christmas get-together next month, I find myself drawing parallels between baking and my work as a freelance designer.
5 brilliant features of SquareKicker for Standout websites
As a Squarespace web designer, I'm always on the lookout for tools that enhance both functionality and visual appeal, that’s where SquareKicker comes in.