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Ideas, insights, and things we’ve learned.

From platform tips to project reflections, this is where we share what’s working, what we’re curious about, and how we build better websites.

Jared Gibbons Jared Gibbons

Creative Uses of Custom CSS in Squarespace You Probably Didn’t Know

Squarespace is known for making web design simple. You can choose a template, add your content, and have a good-looking website in a matter of hours. But as many site owners eventually discover, those built-in design options only go so far. You can tweak fonts, adjust spacing, and change colors—but what if you want your site to look truly one-of-a-kind?

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Jared Gibbons Jared Gibbons

How to Make Your Custom Code Squarespace Site Look Stunning

Squarespace gives anyone the ability to build a beautiful website without hiring a developer. Its templates are modern, mobile-friendly, and flexible enough for most small businesses. But when your brand needs something more specific — like a different layout, a special animation, or an interactive feature — you’ll likely start exploring custom code Squarespace.

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Jared Gibbons Jared Gibbons

How to Improve Site Speed on Squarespace for Better Google Rankings

Your Squarespace site's loading speed is crucial to improving both your user experience and Google search rankings. Understanding how to improve site speed on Squarespace you can optimize your website for optimal SEO results. In this article, we have highlighted the main practical steps that can be taken to improve the speed of your Squarespace site to ensure that your website design works efficiently and is consistent with SEO principles.

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Jared Gibbons Jared Gibbons

How to Create a Unique Brand Identity with Squarespace Design Tools

Unique brand identity through the Squarespace design tools is one of the best ways to shape an exceptional online experience that is memorable for businesses or creative minds. The user-friendly features of the robust tools of Squarespace enable users to design a completely cohesive and engaging brand experience even without advanced design skills. This guide explains the key steps toward achieving a unique Squarespace brand identity, introducing the design capabilities of the platform while considering practical aspects such as the Squarespace website design cost.

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Jared Gibbons Jared Gibbons

Best Squarespace Templates for Small Businesses in 2025

In 2025, choosing the best Squarespace template for small businesses is important for entrepreneurs to ensure that their website is visually appealing and user-friendly. Squarespace's streamlined and user-friendly designs cater to diverse industries, making it crucial to choose the right template for your website that can significantly impact engagement, conversion rates, and brand perception.

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Jared Gibbons Jared Gibbons

A Professional Guide: How to Use Custom CSS in Squarespace Safely

Using custom CSS in Squarespace allows website owners and designers to break free from template limitations and create genuinely polished web experiences. Careful composition and application of these custom styles allow tailoring of nearly every visual detail—from typography and spacing to color and animations— enhancing the brand identity and engaging the target audience deeper.

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Jared Gibbons Jared Gibbons

2025 Squarespace Designer Pricing: What You Should Charge (and Why)

Wondering how much a Squarespace designer charges in 2025? From simple template tweaks to fully custom, SEO-optimized builds, this guide breaks down current rates, what affects pricing, and how Pocketknife creates Squarespace websites that look great and work even better.

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Jared Gibbons Jared Gibbons

AI Search Is Here: What It Means for Your Website

Search is evolving fast — and AI tools like ChatGPT and Google’s AI Overviews are reshaping how people discover businesses. In this post, we break down what AI search is, why it matters for your website, and the simple steps you can take to stay visible in this new era. If you're not showing up in AI results, you're missing the next wave of visibility.

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Jared Gibbons Jared Gibbons

What Is Squarespace Blueprint AI?

A simple, non-techy guide to Squarespace Blueprint AI—what it does, how it works, and whether it's right for your small business website in 2025.

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Jared Gibbons Jared Gibbons

Launch Your Website in a Week: The Pocketknife 5‑Day Sprint

Launch a fully designed, SEO‑ready site on Webflow, Squarespace, or Framer in just five business days — flat $4,500, no lock‑in. Our Website‑in‑a‑Week sprint cuts the six‑week wait to one focused week and hands you the keys on Friday, with optional Care Packages or Growth Subscriptions for post‑launch momentum.

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Kelly Nowels Kelly Nowels

Everything You Need to Know About Terms and Conditions: Protecting Your Website and Users

When launching a website, many decisions must be made about legal protections and user guidelines. One of the most commonly asked questions is: What are Terms and Conditions, and why do most websites have them? In today’s post, we’ll dive into the essential components of Terms and Conditions and explain why having them is an integral part of running a successful online platform.

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Jared Gibbons Jared Gibbons

Why Hire a Professional Squarespace Designer for Your Company Website?

Hiring a professional Squarespace designer can save you time and hassle, and ensure that your website is visually appealing, functional, and optimized for search engines. If you're serious about using Squarespace to build or update your company website, it's a wise investment to hire a professional designer.

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