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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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A Fresh New Look for Emily Elizabeth Photography

I’m so excited to share another beautiful Trust Me Package launch — this time for Emily Elizabeth Photography! Emily is a talented Tennessee wedding and family photographer who wanted to uplevel her brand and website to better reflect her work and experience. She envisioned a design that felt cool, calm, and elevated for her wedding […]

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Branding, Launch

Refreshing a Luxury Wedding Floral Brand: Festoon Charleston

I was thrilled to collaborate with Whitney from Festoon Charleston again on her luxury wedding floral business brand and Showit website. As a Showit website designer for wedding businesses we worked together several years ago, Whitney returned wanting a softer, more romantic color palette and a refreshed online presence. We updated her website and refined […]

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A Fresh Launch: Paper and Ink Designs’ New Brand + Showit Website

Last week, we wrapped up another beautiful Trust Me Package for Paper and Ink Designs — and we couldn’t be more excited about how it turned out! ✨ This project is the perfect example of what’s possible when a creative business owner trusts our process to bring their vision to life. The result? A cohesive, […]

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Paul Kwak Films: Trust Me Package Brand and Website Reveal

I’m beyond excited to share the latest Trust Me Package brand and website reveal for Paul Kwak Films! Paul has been following my work for a while (which I so appreciate!), and when he booked my Trust Me Package, I knew it would be a perfect fit. Here’s a look at his wedding videography branding […]

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My First Ever Trust Me Package Reveal: Vivian Grout Psychology

Meet Vivian Grout: Florida Psychotherapist Vivian Grout is a Florida-based psychotherapist who needed a professional, trustworthy website to send her clients to. She wanted something beautiful, functional, and reflective of her personality — but a large-scale custom package wasn’t in the budget. That’s where the Trust Me Package came in. Let’s take a look at […]

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Business, Tips

Rebrand vs. Refresh: What Are They and How to Know When You Need One

If you’ve been in business for a while, you might find yourself wondering if it’s time for a brand refresh… or maybe even a full rebrand. I often get emails from clients saying they want a “refresh,” but what they mean and what I define as a refresh are often two different things. Let’s break […]

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Explore the elegant rebrand and Showit website launch for The Wedding Company of Virginia. See how we elevated their wedding planning business with custom branding and a refined, strategic web design built for high-end couples across Virginia.

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Brand and Website Refresh for Virginia Wedding Planner

There’s nothing more fulfilling as a Showit website designer for wedding planners than partnering with a long-time client to bring their evolving vision to life—and that’s exactly what we did for The Wedding Company of Virginia (formerly The Wedding Company of Williamsburg)! ✨ Owner Jess has grown her business beyond the charming streets of Williamsburg […]

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Tips

The Danger of the Back Burner Brand: Why Putting Off Your Rebrand Is Costing You Clients

Let’s talk about something I hear all the time: “I’ve been meaning to rebrand, but it’s just not the right time.”“I know my website needs help, but I’ll deal with it later.”“I’ve outgrown my brand… but maybe next year.” Sound familiar? These are all signs you need a rebrand. You’re not alone—but if you’ve been […]

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Say Hello to Your New Favorite DIY Marketing Tools

The wait is over—The Calista Full Marketing Suite is officially live! If you’re a creative business owner ready to elevate your brand without the stress (or cost) of a full custom design, this suite was made for you. Whether you’re launching something new or giving your current brand a refresh, Calista offers a done-for-you design […]

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SEO

How to Keep Your Google Rankings When Switching to Showit: 3 Essential SEO Tips

Making the move to Showit? Great choice! Showit is a powerful platform for creatives who want a beautiful, custom-designed website with the flexibility of WordPress blogging. But if you’re already ranking well on Google, you might be wondering: How do I keep my SEO intact during the transition?Good news—you absolutely can keep your Google rankings […]

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