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Insights on web design, development, and running a small studio.

Design

How To: Create a Polaroid Frame Image in Photoshop

Learn how to create a Polaroid frame image in Photoshop that you can share on Instagram, Facebook, or pretty much anywhere you want.

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For Clients

If You Haven't Gone Mobile – You're Missing Out Big Time

Having a mobile or responsive site is now a necessity if you plan on staying competitive.

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For Clients

Why Blogging Is Not For Every Business

Blogs are great, but does your business really need one?

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Studio News

Design Products by Block 81

Announcing our new Creative Market store!

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For Clients

Why You Shouldn’t Host Your Email & Website On The Same Server

Your email and your website should be hosted on separate servers. Here's why.

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For Clients

15 Common Misconceptions About Web Design & Development

Since web design has been a profession, there have been many misconceptions that we can't seem to shake. Here are 15 of them and the truth behind each one.

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For Clients

Why Your Brochure Style Website Won’t Cut It Anymore

If you have a brochure website or an informational website, it's probably not cutting it anymore. Find out why and how to change it up!

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For Clients

How You Can Use Your Blog To Grow Your List

Blogging more often could be your secret weapon for growing your list.

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Studio News

2016 Recap

What we learned in 2016 and where we're headed in 2017.

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Code

The Proper Way to Format Your Website Copyright Notice

A lot of website copyright notices are formatted incorrectly. Here's how to write them properly.

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For Clients

How To Review Your Website Before Launch

It’s a good idea for you to do your due diligence and review your site thoroughly prior to launch. Here’s what to look for.

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Productivity & PM

Goodbye Basecamp; Hello ClientFlow

Why we ditched Basecamp and replaced it with ClientFlow.

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