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What you Need to Consider Before Investing in a Website Template
Thinking about buying a website template? Before you invest, here are the most important things to consider so you choose a template that actually works for your business.
Website Pages That Will Increase Your Revenue (and you Should add Today!)
Streamline your site, increase conversion rates AND your income, with these essential website pages you didn't know you needed.
How to Design and Optimize Your Homepage for Better Results
First impressions matter, that’s why your homepage is so important! If you want to leave a great first impression and turn your visitors into customers, you need to be strategic about how you design your homepage.
Should you use Squarespace Email Campaigns? Pros, Cons, and Alternatives
Is Squarespace Email Campaigns enough to grow your biz? Find out everything you need to know and how it compares to other email marketing platforms like Mailchimp, Kit and Flodesk to make the right decision for your biz.
5 Must-Haves for a High-Converting Photography Website
Building a photography website? These 5 must-have essentials will help you look professional, attract dream clients, and get booked!
2025 Recap: Simplifying, Supporting & Shifting (Big Cat Creative Style)
Get an inside look at Big Cat Creative’s 2025 recap: the wins, challenges, new templates, add-on pages, services, tech overhaul, team updates, and how we’re simplifying and supporting our community moving into 2026.
The Ultimate Website Pre-Launch Checklist (Everything to Do Before You Hit Publish)
Launching your website soon? Use this ultimate pre-launch checklist to make sure everything’s polished, optimized, and ready to shine before you hit publish.
How to Build a Beautiful Website (in Just Hours!)
Do you want to easily create a gorgeous website? Check out this post for the fastest way to DIY a website that gets you customers!
How do our Squarespace Templates Work? From Purchase to Launch
Our Squarespace Templates give you a purposefully designed, gorgeous new website, that's small business budget friendly, and a breeze to customize.
How & Why you Should Create a Custom “404 Not Found” Page in Squarespace
Learn how and why you should create a custom “404 page not found” in Squarespace! It’s easy and super effective.
Does Using a Squarespace Template Affect my SEO?
Updating your website or thinking of purchasing one of our Squarespace templates? Learn all about how using a Squarespace template could affect your SEO!
Free vs Premium Squarespace Templates: What’s the Difference and Which One Should You Choose?
Why should you buy a premium Squarespace Template Kit if you can just use a one of the FREE built in Squarespace Templates? Here’s why…
My Complete Client Brand Design Process (Step by Step)
Streamline your brand design process with this step-by-step workflow, client questionnaires, and pro tips for designers and DIYers alike.
Canva Websites vs. Squarespace–Which Should You Use for Your Website?
Canva or Squarespace? We compare design, SEO, blogging, mobile, pricing, and more—plus tips for choosing the best platform for your business website.
The Best Linktree Alternative: How to Create a Custom Link in Bio Page on Squarespace
Ditch Linktree for good! Learn how a custom link in bio page on your Squarespace site can boost SEO, drive conversions, and level up your branding.
When to Hire for Your Web Design Business (&Who to Hire First)
Wondering when it’s time to expand your web design business? Find out when to hire your first team member, who to hire, and whether to choose a contractor or employee.
How to Price Your Web Design Services & Templates with Confidence
Struggling with pricing? Learn how to price yourself as a web designer, set pricing structures, and determine how much to charge for your website templates!
Squarespace vs. WordPress: Which is Better for Small Business Owners
An easy-to-follow Squarespace vs. WordPress guide for small business owners, explaining differences in features, pricing, security, ease of use, and more.