Toolbox
Resources, tools + favourites that make running a creative business a little easier.
Over time, I’ve tried and tested a lot of tools for design, websites and business admin — these are the ones I actually use and recommend.
From Squarespace plugins and design resources to finance tools and productivity apps, everything here has been genuinely useful in my own studio setup.
Some of the links are affiliate links*, which means I might earn a small commission if you choose to sign up — at no extra cost to you. I only ever share tools I’d genuinely recommend.
CONTENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
Squarespace*
A super user-friendly content management system (CMS). Easy to build, manage and track analytics. Perfect for service-based businesses, selling products and subscriptions.
CONTENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
Google Workspace*
Google Workspace is a cloud-based suite of productivity and collaboration tools including Gmail, Drive, Docs, and Meet, designed for seamless communication and efficient teamwork.
EMAIL MARKETING
Flodesk*
Flodesk is an email marketing platform dedicated to helping small businesses grow, nurture, and monetise their list—beautifully.
CONTENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
Shopify*
Shopify is an e-commerce platform that allows individuals and businesses to create online stores and sell products across multiple channels.
SEO PLUGIN
SEO Space*
The Squarespace SEO Plugin & Audit Tool. Streamlined SEO Success: Elevate Your Squarespace Site’s Visibility and Rankings Effortlessly.
CRM
Bloom*
Bloom is an all-in-one business management platform designed for creatives and freelancers. At Mela I use Bloom to manage client portals, contracts, leads, intake form and much more.
Mockups & Stock
Finance
Legal
Termly* (Terms & Conditions, Privacy Policy & Disclaimer)
Staying organised
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