DIY Website & Biz Resources for Wedding Pros
Hey, I’m Emily - website designer, former photographer, and fellow creative who believes your online presence should actually work (and look dang good doing it).
This is your go-to hub for everything DIY; whether you're starting from scratch or fine-tuning your current site.
These tools, templates, and tips are crafted for wedding pros and creatives to help you plan, design, optimize, and feel proud of your corner of the internet.
Not sure what you need?
No worries - I’ll point you to the right tools, freebies, & resources based on your biggest website goal.
start your website from scratch
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start your website from scratch ✿
My “sweet spot” signature website method
Training coming soon
A 4-step framework for building a website that connects with your dream clients and actually sells your services (without all the second-guessing and overwhelm). Join the newsletter to be first to know when it launches!
The ultimate website prep kit
Organize all the pieces you need for a cohesive, strategic website
A step-by-step checklist and video guide to help you gather your strategy, copy, photos, branding, and design inspiration — so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.
Uncover your “onlyness factor”
Workshop coming soon
Find your unique positioning that makes you the obvious choice for your dream clients (instead of just another option). Get on the list to be notified when this workshop is available!
The copy-to-client blueprint
Write words that turn visitors into clients (without the guesswork)
4 complete copy templates for your key pages, with strategic prompts and layout guides, to help you write website text that sounds like you and connects with your ideal clients.
make your website look stunning
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make your website look stunning ✿
Free guide: Are you ready to outsource your website?
Everything you need to know before hiring a designer
Your complete guide to designer costs, timelines, and must-haves before starting a project (plus get a free website review to see where you stand!)
Design your branding in a weekend
Workshop coming soon
Join the waitlist to help shape this workshop where you'll learn to choose fonts and colors that perfectly match your brand's personality (plus get early bird pricing when it launches!)
The image curation workshop
Turn your photo collection into a client-attracting portfolio
A 40-minute training showing you exactly which photos to choose and why, plus a workbook to help you create a strategy that sells (even when you're low on quality pics).
Quiz: Is Squarespace or Showit right for your business?
Find out which website platform matches your style
A quick quiz to help you choose between these popular platforms based on your unique needs, workflow style, and business goals.
10 No-code Squarespace design tricks
Make your website stand out without touching any CSS
Stop looking like everyone else's template with these simple design hacks that'll make your site feel professionally designed.
supercharge your current website
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supercharge your current website ✿
Quiz: What does your website need right now?
Find out which part of your website needs your attention
Whether it's your strategy, design, copy, images, or traffic - this quiz will tell you which one deserves your focus right now (plus get a tailored action plan to make it happen)!
The complete image optimization guide
Make your website faster and your photos more powerful
A step-by-step walkthrough (with video tutorials) showing you exactly how to size, save, and name your images to speed up your site and help more dream clients find you!
Quiz: Should you list your prices online?
Will sharing your prices help or hurt your business?
Wondering if you should show exact prices, ranges, or keep it all private? This quiz will help you choose the right pricing strategy for your unique business.
5 quick SEO fixes you might be missing
Stop these common mistakes from hiding your website from Google
Simple tweaks most people miss that will help more dream clients find your website online (plus bonus tips for Squarespace users!)
100 blog post topics that couples actually want to read
Help couples find you on Google & fall in love
2 full years’ worth of ready-to-use wedding topics that attract couples through search (plus 25 bonus prompts to build deeper connections with your ideal clients).
Want it all? Sure thing, bucko.
People tend to follow me on Instagram for updates and resources - but plot twist: I actually send the good stuff to my email community ;)
pick your flavor to binge for free:
Read the Blog
A wedding pro’s gold mine for website tutorials, business tips, & real client case studies
Watch on YouTube
Quick tutorials & honest website reviews, packed with takeaways you can use right away
Listen to Interviews
I chat all things websites, creative business, & the real behind-the-scenes of running a life-first studio
Emily’s top picks for creatives
Here’s a handy roundup of the tools I use and recommend to make your life easier as a busy biz-owner. I’ve hunted down free trials or exclusive discounts for each one of the resources below (yaaas!), so be sure to take advantage. And yep, some of these are affiliate links which will help support my business financially at no adittional cost to you. Thank ya in advance!
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HOVER
Get your website URL for cheap from a reputable domain provider with great customer support. I’ve been using them for years!
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SQUARESPACE
My website platform of choice for business owners who want a great balance of clean, professional design & ease of use. Use code BEJ10 at checkout for 10% off.
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SHOWIT
The best website platform for creatives who love intricate design, or are accustomed to Wordpress or the Adobe suite but looking for drag-and-drop functionality.
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TERMAGEDDON
Ensure you’re complying with all data laws by getting your website policies & cookie notice in one place, with one low subscription fee! Use code EMILYJANE for 10% off.
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CREATIVE MARKET
Millions of ready-to-use design assets & templates available for individual purchase. Stock photos, logo packs, designer fonts, illustrations, mockups, on & on!
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SOURCED CO.
The largest collection of beautiful styled stock photos, mockups, and stock video for wedding industry business owners. Available by individual purchase, whole collection, or subscription.
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STORYTAILOR
Formerly known as Blogstomp, this is the amazing program that allows you to optimize your wedding blogs for web & SEO. You can arrange your layout, add keywords, and compress the full gallery!
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INTERACT QUIZZES
Create fun quizzes for your website visitors that help you grow your email list & group people based on their answers. Super easy to set up & works with any email platform you use!
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FLODESK
Hands down, this is the easiest-to-use email marketing software out there. Plus, if high-end newsletter designs are your thing, this is definitely the platform for you.
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MOXIE
The most intuitive all-in-one CRM I've ever used - with appointments, contracts, & project management in one clean interface. Their constant support & improvements make it worth every penny!
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CREATIVE LAW SHOP
Legal agreement templates from a real attorney & former calligrapher. Perfect for website Privacy & Terms - as well as wedding, photo, & design client contracts! Use code BEJ10 at checkout for 10% off.
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YOU NEED A BUDGET
I can’t live without this app & website. Their unique budgeting method will completely transform your relationship with money, and bring you so much clarity & confidence! I’m OBESSED.