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Ribbon & Ink is a full service branding studio that works with small creative businesses to create brands with strategy and beautiful, purposeful content-driven websites to go with them. 

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Branding, Launch

A New Chapter: Arkady Brown Photography’s Move & Rebrand

Change is a beautiful thing—just like the raw, authentic moments Arkady Brown Photography captures. As Arkady and her family prepare for their move to Detroit, MI, she is stepping into an exciting new chapter, rebranding her photography business to reflect her passion for motherhood, boudoir, and birth photography. With her children a little older, Arkady […]

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The First Five Things You Should Do When Setting Up Your Showit Website Template

Setting up your Showit website template can feel overwhelming, but by tackling these first five steps, you’ll create a solid foundation for your site’s design, navigation, branding, and SEO. Let’s dive in with these Showit website template tips! 1. Set Up Your Design Settings One of the best things about Showit is the ability to […]

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Launch Day for Confetti and Cocktails Events

We’re so excited to celebrate the launch of the all-new Showit website for Confetti and Cocktails Events, a premier Maine wedding planning company! 🎉💍 Charli, the creative force behind Confetti and Cocktails, already had a Showit website, but it was time for a refresh. She envisioned a pretty, colorful website that not only looked stunning […]

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Branding, Premade Logo Kit

Introducing Sweet Tarte: A Luxe DIY Canva Brand Kit for Bakers & Small Businesses

Branding is a key ingredient in running a successful business, but hiring a professional designer isn’t always an option—especially for small businesses just starting out. That’s where DIY brand kits come in! I’m so excited to introduce Sweet Tarte, a Canva branding kit designed specifically for bakers and small businesses who want an elevated, luxe look without the custom price […]

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Branding, Ecommerce

Custom Brand and Shopify Website for Maryland Artist

I’m thrilled to celebrate the launch of Maryland artist Jenny Mothershead’s new branding and Shopify website! 🎉 Jenny made the exciting switch from Etsy to her very own e-commerce platform to establish a more professional, independent business—and she’s loving it! The Vision: A Custom Brand & Shopify Website Jenny wanted a brand identity that truly […]

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Showit Website Template + Brand for Florists

As a wedding florist, your online presence should be as captivating as your floral arrangements. Enter The Petal Haus—a beautifully designed Showit website template for florists with a matching Canva brand kit, thoughtfully crafted to help you showcase your artistry with elegance and ease. A Romantic & Refined Aesthetic Florals tell a story of romance, […]

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Peony Paperie: A Showit Template + Canva Brand Kit

Introducing “Peony Paperie,” a romantic Showit website template and matching Canva brand set crafted specifically for wedding stationery businesses. This elegant design features a sophisticated serif font paired with a delicate script (fonts to be purchased separately) and a soft, customizable color palette, allowing you to tailor the aesthetic to your unique brand identity. Here’s […]

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Branding, Ecommerce

Custom Branding and Showit Website for Stationery Business

Happy launch day to Ledgewood Fine Stationery! 🎉 Frances has always run her ecommerce shop on Shopify, but she was looking for a way to infuse more personality, creativity, and elegance into her new custom branding and Showit website for her stationery business —especially as she shifts focus toward custom wedding invitations. Showit + Shopify […]

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Editorial Style Showit Website Template + Canva Brand Set

I’m excited to introduce the Mercedes: an editorial style Showit website template and Canva brand set. The set includes a logo, alternate logos, monogram, brand pattern, and matching Showit website template. Elevate your wedding business with this modern, editorial, and sleek Showit website template paired with a perfectly coordinated Canva brand set. This all-in-one branding […]

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How to Work from a Copy of your Showit Website or Page

Why Showit is the Perfect Platform for Creative Businesses If you’re a small creative business owner—whether you’re a wedding photographer, planner, florist, artist, designer, or another creative entrepreneur—Showit is a website platform made just for you! It’s intuitive, flexible, and offers endless possibilities to bring your brand to life online. Unlike other platforms that can […]

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