Design Tips

When it comes to your small business, design matters – great design will help your brand stand out on everything from sweatshirts to signage. Whether you’re choosing a business card template or trying to find the perfect font, consider us your partners in small business design. Here, you’ll find design tips and inspiration for marketing materials, as well as advice for working with professional designers.  


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The ultimate guide to graphic design layout

A great design starts with a solid graphic design layout. The way elements are placed shapes how people see, digest […]

How to find aesthetic colors that work for your brand

Aesthetic colors are the shorthand your brand uses to communicate its personality, values and mood before a single word is […]

How to design a menu: Restaurant menu layout ideas and design tips

Good restaurant menu design sets the tone, sells your story and quietly nudges diners toward your best dishes. It’s part […]

Top 10 graphic design trends 2026

A new year means fresh chances to rethink your branding, and design trends are one of the most effective ways […]

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8 top web design trends for 2026

Your website is often the first interaction your customers have with your brand, and first impressions count. Not only does […]

Product and brand samples demonstrating 2026's predicted color trends

The top 8 color trends 2026

Colors set the mood for everything from your website and digital marketing to your packaging and storefront. That’s why keeping […]

The font trends of 2026

8 fresh font trends for 2026

If you’re a small business owner, your time is precious, but you need customers to notice you. Consider this guide […]

The logo trends of 2026 featuring a stretch font wordmark logo

10 logo design trends for 2026

Small business owners are busy, but always looking for an edge. Our round-up of logo trends for 2026 gives you […]

Serif and sans serif donut shop banner

Serif vs. sans serif: Which font fits your brand best?

If you’ve ever stared at a brand kit wondering whether your font should rock tiny feet or not, welcome, you’re […]

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How to choose the best type of menu for your restaurant

A menu is the single most powerful sales tool in any restaurant. More than a list of dishes, it shapes […]

How to print a booklet: From choosing the right booklet binding to uploading your file

If you’ve ever tried to figure out how to print a booklet, you already know it’s not as simple as […]

How to design custom mugs—a step-by-step guide

Deciding how to design custom mugs for friends, family or consumers is one of those delightful projects that packs a […]