Embarking on the business journey is like stepping into the unknown – no risk, no reward, no story w

Taking a break from the hustle to enjoy a day of op shopping with my daughter for her birthday – whe

Seize the moment! 🚀 Don't let opportunities slip away

Excited to share my journey of unboxing Printful samples – it's all about testing the dropshipping w

Let's get hype and unbox this Printful delivery together! 🎉 Printful is like the ultimate plug-in fo

Note to self and fellow hustlers: Slow down before you burn out! 🚦 My usual MO? Full speed ahead unt

Unveiling the magic of Printful samples – diving into the world of dropshipping excellence

Chill vibes on the journey of self-discovery and growth! Take your time developing those strengths –

Own your brand identity! Transforming your Squarespace site is a breeze – just drag and drop your lo

Meet The Longhouse, a client close to our hearts! A few years back, Ilse took on the colossal task o

🚀✨ Did you catch the memo? 🌐✨ Book an hour of my time Down Under, where the magic happens! 🇦🇺✨

There's a magical allure in observing the clouds gracefully dance over the countryside

Excited to introduce Adhesion Sealing Canterbury, our newest design venture! 🎨 We've revamped their

🌟 Heartfelt Moments Alert! 🌟 In case you didn't know, I've been part of the magic behind the scenes

Everyone adores a captivating makeover, witnessing the remarkable transformation from the "before" t

Interested in my journey of growing a business in NZ during Covid with no traditional marketing or c

Attention NZ small business owners! 🚀 Ready to level up your skills? Connect with Regional Business

Behind every small business is someone hustling an 80-hour week, not just a 9 to 5

Making a girl smile is as easy as feeding her seafood and cakes 😍 🌸💖 #SimpleJoys #seafoodboil #seafo

Yes this year we started another business, We are thrilled to present U & I Industries, our newest b

Exciting news! We're on the lookout for two enthusiastic interns to join our expanding team next yea

This year, we dedicated numerous hours to nurturing two businesses

🌟 Ready to transform your website into a visual masterpiece? 🚀 Having a stunning website is just the

After years without riding, I recently got back in the saddle thanks to a horses living nearby

Get ready for a thrilling 2024 with Squarespace! 🚀 Brace yourself for a blend of minimalistic finess

This old grand stand feels better than prada.. #racecourse #grandstand #studios #waikouaiti

From my first Squarespace site in 2015 to the current beauty of our Inspiring Design website, it's a

🌟 Sip, sip, hooray! 🍵✨ Welcome to the exclusive world of "Spill the Tea" – Inspiring Design's juicie

Cheers to a joyful New Year for our whanau and friends! 🌟 However your celebration unfolded, we hope

🚶‍♂️ Stepping into 2024 with my head held high and expectations soaring! 🚀✨ It's a one-person accoun

The feeling is real… #webdedigner #websitedesign #squarespacedesigner #squarespacewebdesign #squarek

🎨 Exciting News! Our studio is undergoing a fabulous makeover, and we couldn't be more thrilled! Tha

🌟 From brainstorm to business, we've graduated from "What if?" to "Why not?" 🚀 Presenting our other

🌱✨ Broke free from the digital glow on Monday 🌈 Said goodbye to screens and hello to soil – I swappe

Exciting news for Christchurch, Hokitika, and South Canterbury! 🏗️ Elite Access Scaffolding, a whāna

Excited to announce a slam-dunk partnership with Full Court Family! 🏀 Thrilled to embark on this jou

🗓️ Planning ahead is key! If you're like me, carving out time on the calendar is a must for project

Say no more….. old beautiful buildings are my thing it’s totally iconic and it makes the coolest des

Chapter 2024, Is all about action, cool events, and workshops, and I'm planning to drop some knowled

#Celebrating the magic of hard work and dedication! 🎉 Witnessing the finished product after countles

Embarking on my own creative journey – this part of my work life is my sanctuary, my peace

🌟 E ngā whānau, it's time to ride the transformative wave of opportunity! 🌊 Whakarangatira! Wave 18

🔗 Having a website is a game-changer, but it's pointless if you're lost navigating it! 💡 Our commitm

Calling all Māori business owners in Dunedin! 🌟 Tomorrow, from 12-2, catch me at the Wave 18 Roadsho

✨ Calling all visionaries! You're not just creative; you're the maestro behind the big ideas

You’re the one with the vision - the big ideas

🌊 Ride the Wave 18 funding wave before it sets! 🏄‍♂️ Book your free consultation with me, your dedic

Embarking on the exciting journey of building your own website is not merely a leap into the unknown

Don’t get lost in the process of building your website follow your direction find your values what t

Embarking on the designer’s journey may feel daunting at first, but remember, every expert was once

Meet the founder - Ngahuia Crossman, a connoisseur of all things black, from coffee to clothes to in

🚫 Sorry folks, after 3pm, I'm off the Zoom grid! Why, you ask? Well, it's not because I'm binge-watc

🚨 Heads up fam! Just a quick PSA: After 3pm, I'm MIA on Zoom! Why, you ask? Well, it's not 'cause I'

Caught red-handed running a fake merch shop 😂👕 Who knew my creativity would lead to this? 🤷‍♂️#FakeI

🛍️💡 Unveiling the truth behind the scenes: my journey into creating a fake merchandise shop! 💻✨ It a

🎨✨ 3... 2... 1... Are you ready to have your brand’s bible brought to life? 📖💡 It’s time to unleash

Hey, you’ve got that amazing business idea brewing, don’t you? Nice one! But let’s keep it real – it

Reflecting on the whirlwind of the last three weeks, it's been a journey of beautiful chaos

Monday mornings used to be a nightmare

Nine years ago, I embarked on a journey to inspire creativity through Inspiring Design

Tonight, I'm tackling a DIY project to transform my old couch into my dream piece

My neighbours are better than yours 🐮 if your visitng our studios dont mind our gorgeous neighbours

To all the amazing mums out there juggling a million tasks while surrounded by bundles of joy (aka c

🔍 Want to see something cool? No? Well, I'm showing you anyway! 😎 If you're not using Answer The Pub

Branding is the canvas upon which your business paints its identity; it's not just a logo, but a vib

🌟 Calling all women in business in Otago, Southland, and Waitaki! 🌟 Introducing Elevate Mind & Busin

Excited doesn't even begin to cover it! Thrilled to announce our collaboration with three phenomenal

From all of us at Inspiring Design, a heartfelt thank you to our incredible clients! 🌟 It's because

Started with just one chicken... and now I'm knee-deep in farm life! 🐔🌿 Ever found yourself in a hob

Just had the scoop on Waikouaiti's newest gem, Design Studio 191! 🌟 Went to their opening yesterday

Sometime all it takes it’s one woman to cheer you on! Be that woman! Come join dunedins biggest wome

The task of cleaning up feels like scaling a mountain to me, my mind is always active

Lazy sunday afternoons #home #otago #whanau

🌟 Discipline isn't just about showing up when it's easy – it's about being your business even when y

During the weekend, I brought our little ones to meet some other little ones – adorable baby vizslas

Thank you to everyone who showed me love yesterday ❤️ another year older, maybe wiser, and hopefully

Parenting in the weekends … bring your kids to work, in fact they love it more than home

🏀 Huge shoutout to the Full Court family for bringing their amazing basketball skills and mentorship

When you see a woman happy, working hard on her goals, and becoming the best version of herself, ple

👶 Ever wish you had a sneak peek into parenting before taking the plunge? I sure do! Growing up with

One tube a time, its beautiful thing holding your goals in your hands….literally! Beyond proud of yo

Set your sights high, then reach higher! 💪 'The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single ste

🚀 Hey there, fellow merchandise lovers! Ready to take your brand to the next level? Let's chat about

Shift your mindset from “ I dont know if I can do this”, to “ I will figure it out, because I have t

Overflowing with gratitude! 🌟 Massive thanks to all who graced our first Elevate Mind and Business e

A thunderous round of applause to all the incredible souls who graced our premiere Elevate Mind and

What a week, but its all about the memories isnt it 😂🎬 my lofe could be a movie #vlog

Unlock the power of self-branding with our exclusive Printful Masterclass! Discover how to turn your

Ready to unlock passive income secrets with Printful? As someone who’s tested it firsthand, I’m exci

It took me quite a long time to develop a voice, and now that I have it, I am not going to be silent

What an epic day at the ID Fashion Week Pop Up in Dunedin City! Huge congratulations to all the amaz

Fashion speaks volumes through every thread, and designers are sharing their creative narratives bot

Take control of your brand identity

Sometimes, you simply need to take a moment for yourself, especially after the crazy busy week I've

Are you a trendsetter? A visionary in interior aesthetics? If you have a knack for making spaces bea

"Mindset" refers to the established set of attitudes, beliefs, and perspectives that shape an indivi

On this cozy, grey afternoon, I’m tidying up Ara Creative Studios in preparation for tomorrow’s spec

Yesterday, we geared up for the Mother's Day photo session with Kerry Hodge, a moment I was eagerly

In our own backyard, tucked around the corner, lies a shimmering oasis: our local pool

She's currently juggling three priorities: her wellness, her life, and her happiness, seamlessly wea

What the office looks like after 3pm 😳 beautiful chaos ❤️ #offcie #studio #schoolholidays #mykids

How do you manage it all? In the world of marketing you dont! You have these things called systems a

Reflecting on the past week, filled with beautiful moments amidst the onset of the school holidays,

PHOTOGRAPHER

I never i was gonna be teacher….. but here i am teaching people how to build webiste 😳😍 #squarespace

The life of a chicken… well only when shes sick

It's time to turn your expertise into passive income with funneled courses, why? Because we aint got

Boys will be boys .. letting off some stream about there sisters most probably 😂

🎥 Ready to elevate your content game? Our studio space is the perfect solution for small businesses

Behind the scenes at Cutler's Real estate: brewing up some exciting updates! 💼✨ Stay tuned as we des

I honestly dont know where the school holidays went.. half of which was spent at hine with sick kids

The Designer every time Client says can you do it cheaper? No that’s the price if it’s not for you t

The anticipation of returning to the studio after the school holidays is like christams eve

A little staple of what’s inside our online course “The Art of digital downloads” ⬇️ Delve into the

As I ventured into launching my merch line, it was initially just a way to test out systems

My clients' journeys are my greatest inspiration

🎉 Calling all ladies! 🎉 Get ready for a morning of connection, coffee, and camaraderie at Cafe and C

The views from work aint too bad & I Industries #thestudio #headquaters

Falling in love with old buildings… Top level studio finally getting some love ❤️ this race course g

What's my favorite season? Rugby, of course! Rain or shine, hail or grey skies, we're always on the

Happy Mother's Day to all the incredible mums out there! 🌸 Whether you're a birth mum, step-mum, hon

Hurry, we’re down to our last 8 spots for our upcoming workshop! 🌟 Ready to enhance your brand’s onl

Is it just me, or does everyone seem to have a never-ending to-do list lately? 📝 As women, we're pro

🏉 What a Monday afternoon well spent! Running my big girl to girls rugby was totally worth it

Thank you to everyone who joined us this morning at The Outpost for our cafe and connect session! It

Our Year 6 team played an incredible game in Central Otago, even with the temperature at just 3 degr

At Inspiring Design, we craft your brand's identity, which is your brand's bible

⏳Time flies so fast—it’s hard to believe June is around the corner

Week two of home games and the girs were the carving up the field

Got a passion? 🌟 Nurture it, and watch it flourish before your eyes

Lazy sunday afternoon at HQ #work #studio #diy #waikouaiti

Welcoms to our consultancy Studio level three of our race track building

Afternoon DIY Project: Cleaning and organising the studio for this week's workshop! 🛠️✨ Prepping the

Designers are people who understand people

Advertising as Public Relations (PR) is marketing - it’s all interconnected! 📈✨ Everything in this v

🚀 Announcing our pre-recorded Printful Masterclass: Unleash Your Self-Branding Potential! 🌟 Dive int

The studio transfroms to a classroom for our next workshop! #diy #studio #workshop #eastoago #dunedi

Months ago, I booked a workshop thinking it wouldn't take much effort to get the space ready

Funny how life comes full circle – I’ve spent this week upcycling and staging different areas, just

🌟 A Huge Thank You to Our Amazing Workshop Attendees! 🌟 Today’s "Be Your Brand" workshop was truly i

I remember living in Bali in 2017 and completely pivoting my business

On Friday, I taught a workshop and shared with some of the attendees the software I use to manage ou

📢 Exciting News! Did you know there's another Alibac Mind & Business Café & Connect? 🌟 Check out thi

Always pushing to smash my goals, even with sick kids at home

🌟 “Let’s Be Designers” at Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Otepoti 🌟 Over terms 2, 3, and 4, our team is thri

Who has been a busy wee beaver??!! We have!! You asked, and we are delivering

Ready to spill the tea? Join my mailing list if you haven't yet! My newsletter is packed with all th

My toxic trait as a designer is thinking my clients have their branding sorted before booking in web

Let's start a miniseries about our studio and take a trip down memory lane

#2 She's definitely a unique, antique sort of building

#3 welcome to the judges room which is located on the third floor of the building

Unlock Your Creativity with Canva Basics! 🎨 📢 Guess what? We’re back with another empowering worksho

#4 This is the Stewart Stand, home to U&I and Inspiring Design

#5 welcome to part five of this miniseries about our grandstand

🚀 Just had one of those "spill all your wildest dreams" meetings with my accounts manager

The coolest thing about my job is that I actually teach people my trade

#6 This is what the building look like before we started renovations

#7 Before we took over, the grandstand at Waikouaiti Racecourse was a haven for pigeons and their me

House is full, heart is full, and i don’t even mind my living room turning into Rugby field everynig

Putting off all the admin and bookkeeping work I should be doing by creating content instead—because

#8 From old carpet and cobwebs to chic studio space! Our revamped Level 2 stewards stand at the Waik

From feeling lost to building systems, she did it all

The Midwinter Carnival at First Church was pure magic! 🌟✨ Stunning artwork and music brought the chu

Be authentic

Happy birthday to my beautiful sister, @loveyrose_collection —a talented artist, teacher, and

Sometimes you need to change the plan, but never the goal

Social media doesn’t have to be hard! ✨ You don’t need to overthink reels or force yourself to dance

🎨✨ Hey DIY Squarespace designers! Your back office just got a whole lot more exciting

Do you know my favorite thing about workshops is? It’s got to be the snacks! That’s why

Consistency Fuels Your Success In the ever-evolving world of business, one lesson stands above the

✨ Designing your own branding and creating a marketing strategy doesn’t always feel easy—especially

Want to grow your business fast? Be your brand

This term, we’re proving that anyone – even your teenager – can build a website! 💻 We taught our

Step into a world of creativity with CapCut, your go-to video editing tool! 🎥✨ It’s quick, simple,

A brand is so much more than a logo—it’s the entire identity that tells your story, shapes

✨ Did you know you could use the Magic Media app in Canva to turn your ideas into your own visuals?

Building a business and embodying your brand is *not* for the faint of heart

Did someone say ART? Get ready for a day of creative fun at our Art Club Open Day! We’re inviting

Did you know that Inspiring Design once worked across multiple software platforms for web

When it rains, it pours! 💦 Our little river is in full flow, creating a scenic lake around the

🚫 Studio Update 🚫 Our studio, complete with its own lake, is currently inaccessible, and we are

‼️ Be Your Brand Workshop - Rescheduled! ‼️ We rarely cancel—actually, we never cancel

Shifting Your Perspective: Finding Motivation in Your Business 🌄 Ever had those days when the

🌧️🎨 Art Club Fun Day Update! 🎨🌧️ Due to the incredible amount of rain over the weekend, our Art

Welcome to the gym for your business! 💪✨ When I first started out, I moved from café to café,

If you don’t have a Canva subscription yet, I highly recommend giving their free trial a go

Fun fact about Inspiring Design: We have an ID Club! 🌿 It’s a creative hub designed to help you

It’s not about what you’re capable of doing; it’s about what you’re willing to do

🚨 PSA: Social media isn’t just for dancers, filters, and flashing lights! 💃✨ It doesn’t have to be

Fridays are for inspiration and connection! 🌿 I love kicking off the weekend with amazing

A few years ago, @kerryhodgephotography and I shared a studio down in Waitati, and the best part

Authenticity wins every time, and it’s the raw, unpolished moments that make your content shine

Your brand’s story doesn’t age—it evolves

@squarespace doesn’t just sell websites, e-commerce engines, or mailing systems—it sells your story

🌟 Huge thank you to everyone who joined @kerryhodgephotography and me at @ayu.dunedin yesterday for

Unlock your creative potential with the ID Club! Whether you’re a business owner or a dreamer ready

✨ Behind the scenes of a magical day in the studio ✨ At the heart of @inspiringdesignco is us

Branding doesn’t have to be difficult … especially when you’re working with Inspiring Design

💥 Your logo is NOT your brand! 💥 It’s a piece of the puzzle, but your brand is about SO much more

🌐 Building a website is no easy task, even when you think you’ve got it all figured out