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.

Packaging design trends for 2024: an infographic
Packaging design is transforming and evolving like never before. It’s a mix of fresh, bold ideas coming to life, classic […]

Graphic design trends for 2024: an infographic
What’s in store for graphic design in 2024? We asked experts from VistaPrint and members of the design community from […]

9 best packaging design trends for 2024
As we step into 2024, fresh packaging design trends are emerging, offering new ways for businesses of all sizes to […]

10 inspiring graphic design trends for 2024
Much like the impact of photography on the art world in the 19th century, we find ourselves in the midst […]

Best fonts for T-shirts
Introduction When it comes to designing a captivating T-shirt for your brand, choosing the right fonts plays a pivotal role. […]

Designing stationery as a cherished wedding keepsake
The flowers. The lighting. The bride’s dress. All of these elements help define the special day, but there’s one detail […]

Simplicity is key: 4 minimalist packaging design tips
Consumers are increasingly favoring minimalist packaging and design in the products they buy. Why is this? For one, they are […]

How to use AI for small business design
AI for small business owners is a thing — and a rather compelling one, at that. Using artificial intelligence, or […]

Turn your business card into a brand storytelling tool
How do you want to tell your brand’s story? In today’s competitive marketplace, brand storytelling plays an important role in […]

How to design a T-shirt: the ultimate guide
More than just look good, a great T-shirt design can spark conversations, build recognition and turn everyday moments into opportunities […]

RGB vs CMYK: What’s the difference?
Whether you’re a designer or you’re getting a design, it’s important to know the difference between RGB vs CMYK color […]

How to use the back of business cards: 11 creative business card backside ideas
Your business card packs a lot of essential information about your business, but if you’re only using the front, you’re […]

Your guide to custom T-shirt printing, embroidery & design
Whether you’re creating team uniforms, promotional giveaways or event wear, printing custom T-shirts is a great way to get your […]

Tips for small business owners when working with designers
We chatted with Tristan LeBreton, Creative Director at 99designs by Vista, for his insights into how small business owners can […]

12 easy-to-read fonts: Simple fonts and what makes them readable
With easy-to-read fonts, your brand message comes through loud and clear. The fonts you choose are a key component of […]

The 7 principles of design and how to use them (with infographic)
The principles of design are the rules you must follow to create an effective and attractive design composition. The fundamental […]

Custom product packaging design: Creative packaging tips
Packaging is just one part of a cohesive brand experience that can boost credibility across your marketing. From the colors to the typography, packaging design is a reflection of your brand identity

How to design a business card: 10 golden rules
A business card represents the next step in making your small business dream a reality. For many potential customers, it’s […]

Attract attention with these signage design tips
You’ve only got a few seconds to grab attention with your sign and get someone to act, whether that’s walking […]

6 ways to make your product packaging market itself
Each time a customer buys something from your business, whether online or in-person, it’s a golden opportunity to get free […]

The 9 key design elements: What are the elements of design?
Good design can seem as if the designer stumbled onto the perfect combination of design elements. But actually, designers use […]