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Creating digital
experiences

From a new logo to a responsive website,
I can help you tell your story online.

Web Design + eCommerce

 

What is Responsive
Web Design?

Responsive web design ensures your website looks and functions perfectly on any device—whether it’s a phone, tablet, laptop, or desktop. Think of it like water poured into different containers: the content of your site automatically adjusts to fit the shape of the screen. In today’s mobile-driven world, having a responsive website is essential to keep visitors engaged. If your site doesn’t adapt seamlessly, potential customers are likely to move on. I’ll help you create a flexible, modern website that keeps users on your page, no matter how they access it.

 
 

Website Design Work

Custom Web Design Tailored to You

Every project is unique, just like your business. I offer personalized quotes based on your specific needs, ensuring you get the best solutions for your goals. Don’t be afraid; my quotes are led by experience, making them as close to a fixed rate as you can find.

Whether you’re looking for a brand-new site, a refresh, or an eCommerce platform, I’m here to help.

What do you get?

When I started building websites, I saw a clear need: affordable, clean designs that focus on what really matters. Top complaints: many agencies were out of reach and overloaded with features most businesses didn’t need. My goal became creating timeless, distraction-free websites that keep things simple and fresh, allowing clients to focus on what’s important.

All websites include:

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  • Experience matters when it comes to building a website. Something to remember is that my experience isn’t only in website design, it’s also in branding and business ownership. I carry that expertise into every project whether I’m helping you with all the bells and whistles right from the start or translating your existing brand to a new website, I know what it takes to tell your story in a visually engaging way.

  • From desktops to mobile phones, your website will be mobile-friendly, expanding and contracting to meet the needs of your customers with different screen sizes now and into the future.

  • As your business evolves, so will your website. I build responsive designs with scalability in mind, ensuring that your site can handle increased traffic and content growth without compromising performance. Whether you’re expanding your eCommerce platform or adding new features, your site will be ready to grow with your business.

  • A design that reflects your business in the any sector, I design responsive websites that meet their specific needs. From specific features, like booking systems, class schedules, or reservations to mobile-optimized user interfaces, your site will provide a streamlined experience tailored to your industry.

  • Using an all-in-one platform like Squarespace or Wix gives you the peace of mind that your site is in good hands and will be met with minimal downtime.

  • My responsive web designs don’t just look great—they’re optimized for speed and performance across all devices. I use different techniques to ensure fast load times and smooth user experiences, reducing bounce rates and improving conversions.

  • Every site I design follows accessibility guidelines, ensuring your responsive website is user-friendly for different audiences. This includes features like screen reader compatibility, testing for colorblindness, and providing easy-to-read text, making your site inclusive and compliant with accessibility standards. If you need a more robust level of accessibility for your website, please discuss these additional needs during the quote process.

  • Before launching, I rigorously QA/QC (Quality Assurance/Quality Control) test every website across a range of devices, including smartphones, tablets, laptops, and desktops, ensuring that your site functions no matter where it’s accessed from. This extensive testing process guarantees a consistent, reliable experience for end users.

  • An SSL Certificate is a website must-have. It’s what authenticates the identity of your website and provides an encrypted connection. See, a definite must-have, and this comes with your subscription to Squarespace or Wix.

  • You provide the links, we’ll get you connected with icons that match your brand. Running a blog or posting events to your website? Connecting your social media accounts to your website allows you to immediately post to those accounts when you publish that content to your website. Automation rocks!

FAQ

  • We start on Zoom or with a phone call. If we both feel we’re the right fit, I will write a Proposal outlining the Scope of Work. Once accepted, you will sign the contract and pay a retainer to secure my services.

  • After the new client intake process is completed, we will have a project kickoff meeting where we will start getting into the details of your business. Some owners view this as having an active partner in their business, which they find comforting during what can feel like an exciting, but overwhelming time. Most small business owners start one business in their lifetime; I have helped numerous business owners start this journey and can help you too. I am a coach as much as I am a designer and developer, so tell me everything. You may be surprised at the ways I can help your business.

    Next up, discovery and asset collection. This is where you share whatever you have in terms of photos, logos, documents, graphics, Creative briefs, a business plan, an Annual Report (nonprofit), text, quotes, videos, news links, relevant site links, food menus, brochures, forms, and or PDFs. Then I begin constructing the website’s structural outline of pages while guiding the client or copywriter to deliver the written content.

    I continue to design, develop, place content and provide basic SEO. Once this is complete for a final rough draft of the desktop version, I review the website with you for final revisions & you sign off that the site is ready to go. After that, I write the final responsive CSS styling code for mobile devices.

    The final stretch involves us both conducting a quality check, and then I launch the website. That’s when the real fun begins! Your business is online, and you can pat yourself on the back with a little celebratory bubbly because it’s a big deal and a big accomplishment!

  • Responsive web design is today's gold standard and the behind-the-scenes magic that gives your website the flexibility and fluidity to appropriately resize itself for whatever device you view the site with.

    Much like when water is poured into different containers, the water takes the shape of the container it's in; content is the "water" of a website that can resize and adjust to fit an iPad, mobile phone, laptop, or desktop screen.

    People access your site from multiple platforms, it's essential to have a website that meets your consumers' viewing needs, or they'll move on to the next business in their search results. I can help you retain potential customers with a website that meets today's standard of best practices.

  • It’s an eye-catching way to provide potential and existing customers with the main information about your business. Essentially, the site aims to communicate straightforward essential information about your business, exactly like the content-driven printed brochures do.

  • Yes. Typically, this is $500 per month minimum, depending on the project size.

  • I do, but I also take checks and receive bank transfers.

  • Squarespace provides designations to people that have demonstrated that they are experienced professionals. I get special access to tools, perks, resources, training, and product updates to provide excellent service and support to my clients.

  • Home, About, Services, Contact.

  • Blog, FAQ, Pricing, Case Studies, Testimonials, Portfolio.

  • Whether you need a blog or not depends on your marketing strategy, the type of business you are, whether you have a budget for advertising that allows you to bypass this, whether you like to write or can afford a copywriter, and if you have time.

  • Yes. At a minimum, you should connect your website to Google Analytics. Connecting will help your site gain trust with the Google search engine.

    Other services that fit under the SEO umbrella include a Google Business Profile (formally known as Google My Business), Bing Places for Business, Google Ads, getting listed on Google and Bing Maps, Yelp, Nextdoor, and whatever directory you need.

    I can set you up on the right path to success, helping you fuel organic growth or help you transition to more specialized services like Hubspot with the foundation laid correctly right from the beginning.

  • Contact me!

Contact me today for a quote, and let’s bring your vision to life!

You don’t have to take my word for it…

Read my client testimonials:

Featured
eCommerce Website + Brand Update

I'm happy to say that working with her has been a great experience. I found Clytie through a Squarespace search - and in looking at her sample websites, I liked both her eye for design and some of the trickier things on her sites which made them feel less generic. The main part of our project is complicated since it requires a specific kind of directory (listing over 100 businesses) for which there is no relevant Squarespace template. Clytie was able to code exactly what we wanted, resulting in a much more efficient and elegant solution than any other directory listing I've seen online. I would say that Clytie's strong suit is listening to your exact needs and then coming up with a solution that does exactly that...and nothing extra that you don't need. Clytie is a very clear communicator, and if I asked for anything that would change either the timing or the price, she made sure that we understood the implications. We've had a number of roadblocks due to the complexity of the project, and each time, Clytie found a fast and smart solution. I feel lucky that we found her to work on our project.

— Jennifer Alexander
Downtown Middletown
Chair, Board of Commissioners

Website Redesign + Brand Update

Clytie was wonderful to work with. She was responsive to our questions and truly listened to what we needed as an organization. Website development is not something that I am very familiar with. Clytie was patient and took the time to explain things in a way that made sense to us. The final product is just beautiful and we couldn't be happier. In fact, we have received positive feedback from supporters and community partners about how beautiful and user-friendly the new website is. I would highly recommend Clytie to other nonprofits looking to update their website.

— Terese Curtain
Connecting for Children & Families
Executive Director (Retired)

Business Startup + Food Truck Wrap Design

When I first reached out in mid-2019, I knew I needed help designing a professional website for my start-up food truck business, but I also needed a logo, branding, a takeout menu, uniforms, business cards, and a food truck wrap. It’s a lot. In the weeks and months of our working relationship, the services, and support I received far exceeded any expectations I had at the outset, AND above and beyond all of the technical aspects, it was Clytie’s creativity and skill I was continually, and happily, impressed with. As if those weren’t enough to confirm that it was start-up money well worth the investment, Clytie spent several hours with me in personal phone conferences and consultations, driving home time and again, I felt I had a true partner in the creative process. Without her and her top-notch skill and cooperation, I simply would not be where I am after six months in business, with people of all ages raving about my food AND the unique, bold and vibrant, original design and color of the “wrap” of my food truck, along with kudos for having such a great website. To top it all off, Clytie personally took professional photos of my operation and menu items and sent me a digital file chock full of sharp pics that I could use for any of my marketing through social media outlets. sadler studio + design ROCKS!! Thank you, Clytie!

— Chef Marc Kurnick
The MAINE Event
Owner

Website Redesign + Brand Update

As a consultant, I have had the opportunity to work with different contractors and web developers over the years, and Clytie is truly top-notch. Clytie was professional, attentive, knowledgeable, and patient. She was flexible and worked with us to make sure everything stayed on track. She was thoughtful and made sure that the final product really represented the organization and its culture. I would highly recommend Clytie to other organizations or businesses looking to update or build a website.

— Sarah DeCataldo
Connecting for Children & Families
Consultant - CEO, Charis, LLC

Business Startup, SEO + Email Marketing

As a memoir writing coach, I needed a website for my coaching platform. I reached out to Clytie for her expertise in website design because I'd seen some of her work and simply loved it! We chose the artwork and style template together. I wrote the copy, and after launching the site, Clytie showed me how to add content, videos, and images to existing pages, build out new ones and initiate marketing efforts to expand my brand. I was soon confident in my ability to create new web pages for my online creative writing challenges. As I grew in my understanding of web-based marketing campaigns and SEO platforms, Clytie was there to support me along the way. I counted on her help during every phase of the project, knowing she would be sure to create a smooth and accurate flow.

— Tina DeMarco
Memoir Muse
Owner

Project Partners

Clytie is an incredibly driven, creative, and passionate person with a truly unique vision and the focus to achieve it. She never lacks for new ideas, and she's good at focusing her energies where they'll do the most good (and delegating to others those tasks that they would be better suited to). I was truly impressed by her abilities working with her at Ampersand, and I have no doubt she'll put those same talents to good use wherever she lands next.

— Jilly Gagnon
Ampersand
Lead Writer