I went to a cookie exchange recently, and it was really fun. I can honestly say my molasses cookies tasted amazing. They’re my grandmother’s recipe, and I make them exactly how I like them. But I didn’t dress them up at all. No sugar dusting, no drizzle, no festive packaging. I just put them in plain sandwich bags. I didn’t realize it at the time, but that cookie exchange answered a question I hear often from clients: …

I recently launched Chocolate Angel Creations

I was helping a client with her email newsletter the other day - walking her through the steps and getting ready to send - when we started talking about what to actually write in it. As we brainstormed, I realized one of the best sources of newsletter content is simply answering the questions your clients ask you all the time.

While I was uploading an audio episode for my client, Astrologer Carol Bellis, I stumbled upon something I hadn't noticed before: Substack offers podcasting. I had no idea you could host and share podcasts right inside your Substack page. It connects your audio to your newsletter subscribers, which makes sharing new episodes easier. Substack lets you connect with major podcasting platforms, such as Apple and Spotify, and sends them out automatically after the connection has been configured.

Sometimes, it’s the little tweaks that make the biggest difference. I am updating AnikaRay.com gradually, starting with the homepage—matching her new logo colors, refreshing graphics, and lightening the title and tagline. The result? A homepage she loves and one that feels fresh and aligned. No massive overhaul needed. I also believe in the law of attraction. If your website or branding doesn’t feel right—even making you hesitate to share your URL—it can affect how you show up and the clients you attract.

I check my website traffic stats pretty often—maybe even too often—but lately, I’ve noticed an interesting trend: some of my traffic is coming from ChatGPT. A business coach I know mentioned that some of her clients are seeing less traffic from paid Google Ads, while competitors are showing up in ChatGPT results. That got me thinking… why not optimize your website for ChatGPT directly?

Joseph was looking for a therapist web design that felt grounded and natural—something that reflected his consulting and energy work without being overly feminine. At first, he was a bit hesitant to hire me since much of my portfolio had a softer aesthetic. After I showed him a few examples of my more gender-neutral projects—like Body Soul Tending for Men…

Creative Graphic Design + Strategic Digital Marketing As a professional in graphic design and digital marketing, I blend creativity with strategy to help businesses shine online. From logos and branding to social campaigns, I design visuals that connect and marketing that performs. Holistic & Authentic Combining graphic design and digital marketing, I create authentic, visually aligned content for holistic brands, coaches, and spiritual entrepreneurs ready to expand their online visibility.

Last week I worked on a new Divi website page for a client, using the flyer she sent me. Everything went smoothly, and we were both really happy with how it turned out. It's really satisfying when a project flows. The next day, I noticed she had added some extra info. I thought it would stand out more in a new section with a different background.

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About a year and a half ago, I began to notice I was getting more traffic to my website through Pinterest, sometimes more than Google searches. I decided to focus more of my attention on Pinterest. I revamped my profile, renamed my boards and many pins to reflect what people were searching for, and now I have about as much traffic from Pinterest as Google, on some days even more.

QR codes have become a trendy way for businesses to connect with customers. You see them on menus, flyers, event posters, and even business cards. They’re quick, modern, and easy to generate. But there’s a big problem: QR code accessibility isn’t universal. Not every customer can scan a QR code. Some phones don’t recognize them, some people don’t know how to use them, and others simply prefer typing in a link.

Just a little show and tell of how I protected my fall garden from being eaten by bugs and how you should protect your ideas when they are just small seedlings as well.

If you’re asking, “Who can I hire to design my small business branding?” — the answer is me! Lately, I’ve been getting the question, “Can you recommend a graphic designer?”  Although I have focused on web design, I’m a professional graphic designer with a degree in the field and years of experience, specializing in web design and full-brand visual identity.

Build it right the first time. I was noticing how if I just built my tomato bed better I would have an easier time and less work now that they are coming in. It relates to building anything...do it right the first time.

I love using my smartphone to take photos and then upload them into the Google image search feature to find out what something is. I recently did this with some wildflowers to identify them and learn whether they had any medicinal uses. I discovered mountain mint, bee balm, and one long purple flower I can't remember the name of—but they all have practical and healing properties.

Hey friends—it's that time again: Mercury Retrograde is back, and it’s making its presence known. Are you experiencing weird tech issues, website glitches, or miscommunications lately? You're not alone. While I was on vacation visiting family last week (great timing, right?), I discovered some unexpected chaos on my own website. My hosting account ran out of space, several images vanished from key pages, and my contact form decided to go on strike.

In both web and graphic design, there’s a classic principle borrowed from architecture: “Form follows function.” It means that design should serve its purpose first—before it tries to impress visually. But is it really that simple? Function First—But Not AloneA beautifully designed website that’s confusing to use will frustrate visitors. If your navigation is unclear, your call-to-action buttons are hidden, or your text is hard to read, people won’t stay—no matter how stunning your site looks.

Check out the new custom logo I designed for a new real estate company, Carolina Home Source. I normally hand draw my logo design concepts and then work them up in my design software. I have always done it this way because I do not want to spend time figuring out how to get an effect get in the way of the design.

A color palette can be one of the most powerful sources of inspiration in website or graphic design—it sets the emotional tone, visual style, and user experience right from the start. The right colors do more than just look good—they make people feel something. Sets the Mood Colors carry emotion. Soft pastels feel calm and nurturing. Bold primaries bring energy and confidence.

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Hey guys! I just gave one of my semi-custom/DIY website themes a major glow-up—the Yoga and Spa theme has been completely revamped and is now the Medspa Theme. The Medspa Theme is a minimal, feminine WordPress and Wix template designed to make building your website super simple. With beautifully pre-designed pages, built-in features, and easy customization, this template has everything you need to create a site that reflects your brand’s energy. 

Your website is not a business card. It’s an extension of your energy where your personality and work meets the world. I often see people pour their heart into their offerings, only to have a website that does not really lead clients to them. For effective design, your website should be: A magnet for aligned clients: Speak directly to the hearts of those you're meant to serve.

Demo at: Introducing the Medspa Theme: A Stunning Wix Website Template for Spa Owners, Energy Healers, and Beauty Professionals Designed with modern spa entrepreneurs, holistic practitioners, and beauticians in mind, Medspa Theme is a sleek and stylish Wix template that makes building your dream website simple. With beautiful, ready-to-go pages, built-in features, and easy customization, this template gives you everything you need to create a website that resonates with your brand’s energy.