Design Tips
When it comes to your small business, design matters – great design will help your brand stand out on everything from hoodies to signage. Whether you’re choosing a business card template or trying to find the perfect font, consider us your partners in small business design. Here, you’ll find design tips and inspiration for marketing materials, as well as advice for working with professional designers.
Breaking down barriers: An introduction to accessible signage
When establishing your small business as a welcoming operation, it’s important to recognise how accessible signage plays a key role. […]
Sticker size and shape guide
Stickers may seem small, but they pack a punch when it comes to marketing. These sticky wonders have the potential […]
7 modern business card designs to spark your creativity
There’s nothing quite like giving someone a memorable way to remember you and your business. That’s why choosing a unique […]
Poster size guide
If you’re promoting your business or an event around town, directing customers through your space or spreading the word about […]
Poster design ideas: how to design an engaging poster
When it comes to being seen, a poster just might be the most effective piece of paper you’ll find in […]
How to choose a logo for your business
We chatted with Megan Morahan, Creative Director for product creation at Vista, to get her insights into what makes an […]
How to use the back of business cards: 11 creative design ideas
Your business card contains a lot of essential information about your business. Your logo should be loud and proud on […]
How to design a brochure in 8 steps
Are you ready to take your small business brochure design up a level? After all, you pride yourself on what […]
Business card design ideas for different industries
We chatted with Mark LaRosa, a Creative Manager at Vista, for his insights on business card design. Read on for […]
6 ways to make your product packaging market itself
Each time a customer buys something from your business, whether online or in person, it’s a golden opportunity to get […]
Flyer size guide
When it comes to attracting customers to your business, getting the word out is usually the first hurdle. That’s why […]
Tips for small business owners when working with designers
We chatted with Tristan LeBreton, Creative Director at 99designs by Vista, for his insights into how small business owners can […]
How to design a great T-shirt
We chatted with Tristan Le Breton, Creative Director at 99designs by Vista, for tips on how to create T-shirts that […]
Postcard size guide
When it comes to marketing, there are lots of items you could add to your tool kit – business cards, […]
Attract attention with these signage design tips
We chatted with Tristan LeBreton, Creative Director at 99designs by Vista, to get some tips on creating stand-out signage. Read […]
Business card size guide
A business card is a marketing classic for a reason – as a small business owner you’ve probably passed them […]
How to choose & design a label
Personalised labels are an affordable way to add professionalism and personality to your products, packaging and more. But with so […]
Outdoor event marketing & branding to help you stand out
Outdoor events, like craft fairs and farmers markets, are great places to make meaningful connections, attract new customers and build […]
How to create (& use) a logo for your yoga studio
We chatted with Tristan LeBreton, Creative Director at 99designs by Vistaprint, for tips on getting the right logo look for […]
How to create a logo for your gym or fitness studio
We chatted with Tristan LeBreton, Creative Director at 99designs by Vistaprint, for tips on getting the right look for any […]
Build a brand that builds a following
People love swag, whether it's a T-shirt from their favourite brewery or a promotional tote bag from a local shop.
Design decoded: The top 12 easy to read fonts
How important is it to choose the right font for your website? With a legible font, your business’ message comes […]
Hiring a graphic designer: 6 times you should consult a pro
If you’re a small business owner, you’re probably used to wearing many hats – accountant, marketer, IT department. But in […]
Brochure design in 4 easy steps
Information brochures are a perfect choice for saying more about your company. They come in as many formats and designs […]