Designs byem

05/28/2026

Why would I need a website instead of just a Facebook or Instagram page?🤔

A website is a canvas that you own. 🖥🖌
It’s the difference between renting an apartment and buying a house.

On social media, you’re limited by the platform – its design, its rules, and even its algorithm.

With a website, you control everything: how it looks, how it feels, and how people experience your brand. Instead of fitting your business into someone else’s template, you’re building a space that’s entirely yours.

Let’s build something great together💜🙌

05/20/2026

A common myth I hear from small business owners 💼:

"I need to figure everything out before I build a website."

In reality, most websites get better AFTER they launch.

✔ Your offers evolve.
✔ Your messaging improves.
✔ Your brand gets clearer.

A website doesn't have to be perfect to exist - it just needs to start somewhere 👀

05/16/2026

💻 Fun fact about how I got into web design:

I learned about web design and Squarespace from my mom - who is also a SS expert and is actually a SS Authorized Trainer. Growing up around design and websites meant I got to learn the craft from someone who really knew the platform inside and out.

Now I get to use those skills helping small businesses and creatives bring their ideas to life online!🥰
It's pretty cool when something that started as curiosity turns into the work you love doing 🫶

05/11/2026

One of my favorite parts of my job is watching a business go from:

"I guess I kind of have a website.."

to

"I'm actually proud to share this link!!"

A good website does more than just exist online. It helps people:

• Look professional
• Communicate what they do clearly
• Create a space to fully express their brand identity
• Feel confident sharing their business

Design isn't just aesthetics - it's confidence 😎

05/05/2026

Did you know you can launch a fully designed website in 3-4 days? 💻⁉

One of my favorite services I offer is my Website in a Weekend - where we collaborate over 3 to 4 consecutive days that work best for you, and you walk away with a finished Squarespace site ready to go live.

🕥 No months-long timelines
📨 No endless email chains
💲 No overwhelming prices

Just intensive design time and a website you're excited about.

Perfect for small businesses, creatives, and entrepreneurs who are ready to finally have real online representation.

If your current website feels outdated (or doesn't exist yet)... a WIW might be for you!

Message or contact me for more details!

05/01/2026

Running a small business is basically a constant cycle of:

"I have no idea what I'm doing"

followed by

"Oh wait... that actually worked."

Repeat forever 😂🤦‍♀️

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Happy May Day and Happy Full Moon!🌸🌕

04/27/2026

Not every website project needs to be a HUGE overhaul.
Sometimes you just need a few focused improvements ⚙

That's why I offer Mini Sessions – live design time where we can tackle things like:

• homepage refreshes
• layout improvements
• fixing confusing sections
• adding new pages
• polishing the design
• custom CSS

Think of it like a website tune-up 💻👩‍🔧

Small changes can make a huge difference, and I’d love to help!!

04/21/2026

People sometimes ask why I specialize in Squarespace websites instead of other platforms…

The truth is it’s because I want my clients to feel confident managing their site after it's built 💪

Squarespace lets you:

- update text and images easily
- add templates and customize them to you liking
- manage your own content, stores, or subscriptions
- keep things simple and in one place/platform

My goal isn't just to design something beautiful - it's to make you a site you can actually maintain and one you LOVE!❤

➡ ➡ Design that empowers you > design that traps you.

04/17/2026

Why hello there! It’s been a while… so let’s catch up 🤗

Over the past few years, I’ve:
✨ Visited NYC twice for Circle Day
✨ Completed 100+ custom websites
✨ Grown in ways that have shaped both me and my business
✨ Refined everything to better serve my people and what I truly love to do

Most importantly, there’s been a lot of growth — personally and professionally. I’m really proud of how that’s evolved and I’ve updated my website to reflect all of it 💻!

If you’re curious, check out my section on why I built my business to be structured the way it is below — and take a look around while you’re there! You’ll also find some fun extras like highlights from my Spotify, my favorite quotes, and more ✧*:･ﾟ☪︎💜

Meet Emma of Designs byEM, a designer passionate about making design accessible. Designs by EM helps businesses and creatives through thoughtful design and custom Squarespace websites. Designs byEM is also your go-to for custom art projects! Based in Omaha Nebraska, she focuses on Web Design and Gra

08/16/2024

Over the past few months I’ve had the amazing opportunity to work with some friends at Blue Frog Tattoo to completely redo their website and I’m STOKED! 🐸👩‍💻🤘🏼

The site turned out amazing and I’m so excited for everyone to see it and be able to use it! Blue Frog is an amazing studio (not just because I’m involved) that feels safe, comfortable, and relaxed. I’ve never been tattooed in a more friendly setting and I would (and do) recommend this shop to everyone I know!

Check out their new site I made and visit them in the Old Market for your next tattoo! 🫶🏼🤘🏼🖤

Blue Frog Tattoo Studio is a comfortable, cozy, underground tattoo shop located in the heart of the Old Market in Omaha, NE. Our artists specialize in traditional style tattoos, abstract tattoos, Japanese style tattoos, and many more. Walk in tattoo consultations welcome. We serve anyone in downtow