Tools & Resources
my favorite
I only endorse tools, resources, and products that I absolutely love. If you end up making a purchase through one of my links below, it is possible I will earn a commission for sharing! I hope you find the below helpful in your personal or work life.
My Favorite Tools as a Showit Website Designer Business Owner
gimme those icons
The source for lots of icons to use with your projects. Some are free but some need to be purchased based on their use in your project.
Noun Project
FREE ICONS
free to sign up!
I love using Canva to create quick Instagram graphics and story layouts, Pinterest graphics, and I use it to create color palettes!
Canva
quick graphic creation
pricing levels
I purchased my domain from Google, and use Google Workspace to host my domain-based email. Google is the hub for everything!
Google Workspace
email & domain
14 DAY FREE TRIAL
I love the drag & drop feature of Showit mainly because when I create I want to put things where I want - I don't want to be confined to a table or certain structure. The ability to create and design in this platform is AMAZING, and the community of designers are amazing.
Showit
website builder
go shopping!
Designers watch out because this is a dangerous site. SO many goodies - accents to add to your website, fonts, and oh so much more.
Creative Market
designer goodies
free & paid versions
I actually don't post from Planoly, but I LOVE planning out my Instagram feed in it. I get to see exactly how my grid will look before I post.
Planoly
instagram planning
IT'S FREE!
I track my time for EVERYTHING, and it is so important to be accurate. I love their reporting and the reminders that pop up for me!
Toggl
time tracking
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I found Honeybook because I needed a secure and professional way to accept payments and send contracts. They also have some pre-made contract templates that helped me get started! Use my affiliate link and you will pay $1/month for your first 6 months!
Honeybook
contracts & payment
the most efficient goal planner
best lighting for selfies
favorite dog barking training tool
best headphones
the best financial book
write it down, make it happen
best lighting for selfies
dogs in the room during a meeting
automatically pause my podcast
gotta get my finances together
There are a few things that I love for my business as far as actual products! The below products have special affiliate links where I receive commission if someone makes a purchase through my code. Choose your adventure below to see what weapon I would use...
for the business owner
Business Secret Weapons
I'm not a reader, but this one was gold! I love the way he thinks about finances, and his snowball method is the best!
SHOP HERE
These are the best! The number one thing I love is taking out one and having it pause anything I'm listening to. It sounds a bit diva....but I appreciate that function SO much!
SHOP HERE
If you can't find the best lighting, you need a ring light. This one has a phone holder and you can dim it if you want.
SHOP HERE
Fact: I'm the worst with paper planners. This one I have found is the best though for goal planning and weekly planning.
SHOP HERE
shop here
This foundation is SO light and airy! It was amazing when I tried it the first time, and I couldn't believe the air brush finish it leaves. Apply with my FAVORITE Kabuki brush.
YOUNIQUE TOUCH SPRAY FOUNDATION
full coverage foundation
shop here
If you have skin on the more dry side, and don't like a ton of make-up - this is for you! SO moisturizing, and gives you a dewy finish. You can apply it with your fingers or use a brush. I top mine with powder too!
YOUNIQUE BB CREAM
light, moisturizing coverage
shop here
Best. Mascara. Ever. Longest lashes, doesn't make my eyes itch, and the wand is amazing. I get thicker, longer lashes and the waterproof lasts FOREVER especially in the summer!
YOUNIQUE EPIC MASCARA
(BLACK OR WATERPROOF)
long natural lashes
shop here
My lips need some moisture, and these lip butters are amazing! So soft, and buttery (go figure), and the ingredients are actually good for you like shea butter.
YOUNIQUE WEEKEND
LIP BUTTER
moisturizing lips
shop here
After I exfoliate, everything is so much better! My skin looks better, it feels better, and my makeup goes on SO much smoother. I keep this exfoliating mask in the shower so it's super easy for me!
YOU-OLOGY
EXFOLIATING MASK
for dry skin
shop here
I apply this hydrating mask at night and actually sleep with it! It smells like a tropical paradise, goes on so smooth and smells delicious. You can sleep with it on or you can apply and remove.
YOU-OLOGY
HYDRATING MASK
a tropical paradise
I have always believed in waking up, taking a shower, and getting myself ready for the day. I feel good when I do it, and it sets the tone for the day. These are some of my favorite products that I love!
*some shopping links are affiliates where I receive a commission if you purchase
makeup, beauty, and all that girl stuff
Look Good, Feel Good
visit the shop
I always planned on one day selling little gifts that went with my business name "Coffee and Flow". I would write down sayings as I would think of them, and finally opened a little Etsy shop to sell them.
my little etsy shop
Gifts for Designers
I WANT A WEBSITE!
Whether you have a template and you're ready to start, or you haven't picked one out yet...you know it is time. Let's chat, see if we are a perfect match, and get started!
Are you ready?
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