All Aboard the Tailwind CSS Bandwagon
I've done it. A year later and I'm (happily) fully aboard the Tailwind CSS bandwagon.
Read MoreBlock 81 Blog
Insights on web design, development, and running a small studio.
Block 81 Turns 17
Although I formally started this studio seventeen years ago, I had zero long-term plans for it.
Read MoreThe Lure of The Big Design Agency
When you're looking for a web design or development partner, consider a small web design studio. You might be pleasantly surprised.
Read MoreI Switched to Fathom Analytics
Why I ditched Google and switched to Fathom Analytics for tracking on my websites.
Read MoreI Switched To Figma
I used to swear by Sketch. But now it's all Figma. Here's why.
Read MoreThe Apps I Use to Run My Business
Running a business means a lot of moving pieces, including vital apps. Here's my list of core apps that I use to keep Block 81 firing on all cylinders.
Read MoreHow I Achieve Inbox Zero Regularly
Inbox Zero is an approach to email management with the goal of keeping your inbox empty — or almost empty — as much as possible.
Read More2019 Recap
Looking back at the lessons and goals of 2019.
Read MoreHow I Use My Bullet Journal As a Designer and Developer
There are plenty of "how-to" Bullet Journal articles. This one is from the perspective of a freelance designer and developer.
Read MoreWhat Pizza and Accessibility Have to Do With Your Website
How a lawsuit against Domino's Pizza shined a spotlight on website accessibility.
Read MoreExpressionEngine Has a New Owner… Again
ExpressionEngine announced its new owner. Thoughts on what this means for clients using EE.
Read MoreDesign Tools in 2019
Design tools in general have come a long, long way. The choices we have are awesome. Here are the ones I'm excited about.
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