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NEW! Template launch: Studio Ember
Introducing Studio Ember — a bold, customizable Squarespace template built with SquareKicker, designed for interior designers and creatives who want a site that feels as elevated and intentional as their work. With interactive scroll effects, clean layouts, and dynamic storytelling pages, it's the perfect starting point for showcasing your portfolio with confidence.

What is SquareKicker & How to Customize Your Squarespace Site Without Code.
SquareKicker: the no-code tool that takes your Squarespace Website to the next level. A powerful no-code extension that works seamlessly with Squarespace, giving you creative control to further refine layouts, add animations, and customize styling—without the need for coding or extra hassle.

Template feature: Kaolin, A Timeless Canvas for Your Creative Business
Kaolin is a beautifully crafted template designed for creative entrepreneurs and surface designers who need a simple, clean online presence—whether you're just starting out or expanding your portfolio.

Squarespace SEO Tips for Beginners
Want more eyes on your Squarespace site without paying for ads? Here are the essential steps to optimize your SEO, plus a handy checklist to help you climb the search engine rankings.

Is squarespace good for blogging and why you should consider it as a creative?
Thinking about starting a blog to showcase your creative work? Discover how Squarespace makes it simple to share your artistry, connect with your audience, and even explore monetization options—all while keeping things beautifully streamlined.

4 reasons Why Squarespace Templates Are the Perfect Solution for Surface Designers & artists
See how other surface designers are skipping the blank site and tech overwhelm and launching their websites quickly, giving their art a permanent place to live!

Why Creatives Love Squarespace’s Fluid Engine
Squarespace’s Fluid Engine is a powerful, drag-and-drop tool that helps creatives design stunning, responsive websites without coding. With endless customization options and a mobile-first approach, it’s perfect for showcasing your unique work and creating a site that truly stands out.

Is Squarespace's Ecommerce the Right Choice for Your creative Shop?
Ready to sell your designs online? With Squarespace, you can connect Print On Demand, integrate ShipStation, and showcase up to 10,000 products—all on a beautifully designed site.

Logo vs. Branding: How to Build a Cohesive Online Presence for creative entrepreneurs
Your logo is just the beginning of your brand story—it’s the face of your business, but not the whole identity. For surface designers, creating a cohesive brand that ties your logo, values, and unique style into your website is the key to standing out and connecting with your ideal audience.

What Makes a Hero Image So Important?
Your website’s hero image is the showstopper that grabs attention the moment someone lands on your site. It’s the large, eye-catching image or banner that appears at the top of a webpage and is a key part of the user experience.

How to Create an About Page That Builds Trust and Connections for Surface Designers & Artists
Your About page is more than a formality—it's your opportunity to connect, build trust, and make visitors fall in love with you and your creative story.

The Top Home Page Features Every creative business Needs
Discover five key elements to create a home page that looks polished, professional, and perfectly showcases your creativity.

Which Website Platform is Right for You?
A Breakdown of Squarespace, Shopify, and Wix. You're at a cross roads... which website platform should you choose to go with? I list out some pros and cons to each platform, share their pricing, and some of my thoughts...

HOW TO COME UP WITH YOUR BRAND NAME
When it comes to building a brand, one of the biggest challenges we face as creatives is figuring out…

Custom Squarespace Website for UNA Development
It's launch week! Celebrating the launch of UNA Development’s custom designed website!

Sewl Sister Website Is LIVE
It's launch week! Celebrating this #featurefriday with the update + relaunch of Sewl Sisters’ custom designed website!

A guide to fonts and how to use them like a pro!
Let’s dive into the major groups of typefaces and how you can use them to speak to your ideal audience.

5 Things to consider when creating a logo
Your logo is typically the first and last thing a client will see. Here are a few tips to creating a standout design for your brand.

Kelsey Fletcher lifestyle blog is live
Kelsey Fletcher’s website is LIVE!