Zesty Design Co

07/19/2026

Another local project wrapped up!

These custom loyalty stamp cards are ready for Zaytouna Bistro.

Loyalty cards are a simple, affordable way to encourage repeat business while keeping your brand in your customers’ wallets. A great design isn’t just about looking good—it’s about creating something people actually want to keep and use.

From the initial concept to the finished print, every detail was designed to match Zaytouna’s brand and create a professional first impression.

Thank you to for trusting Zesty Design Co. with another project!

Need branding or print design for your business?

✔️ Logos
✔️ Business Cards
✔️ Loyalty Cards
✔️ Gift Certificates
✔️ Menus
✔️ Brochures & Flyers
✔️ Websites & More

📍 Proudly serving businesses across the Ottawa Valley.

06/18/2026

If you've ever wondered what it's actually like to work with Zesty Design, I just published a new blog post about the businesses I work with and what you can expect when we work together.

If you send an email, you'll hear back from me.

If you need revisions, I won't disappear for weeks.

If you have a deadline, I'll do everything I can to help make it happen.

Read the full article here: https://zestydesign.co/branding-for-small-businesses/

Looking for website design in Pembroke? Discover 7 reasons businesses choose Zesty Design for website design, and digital marketing services.

04/20/2026

Small businesses are facing a tough reality right now.

Across Canada, more businesses are closing than opening — something we haven’t seen in years.

But here’s the thing…

The businesses that do make it through this are the ones that:
– stay visible
– build trust
– invest in their brand

When people are spending less, they become more selective.

That’s where good design, clear messaging, and a strong online presence actually matter more — not less.

If your business feels a bit “invisible” right now, it’s not too late to fix that.

Canada is now losing more businesses than it’s creating — and the trend has been getting worse since 2024. A new report calls it an “entrepreneurial drought,” pointing to rising costs, heavy regulations, and economic uncertainty pushing small business owners out faster than new ones can start.

More than half of small business owners say they’d discourage others from launching a business right now, with pressure hitting hardest in industries like hospitality, manufacturing, and transportation. Many also say scaling a business has become increasingly difficult, especially once taxes and capital costs kick in.

The report warns that Canadian companies are increasingly being bought up by U.S. firms, as local owners struggle with succession and financing challenges. For cities like Toronto, where small businesses drive neighbourhood culture and economy, the slowdown could reshape the local business landscape.

04/20/2026

❌🔨 The only direction I got was: “no hammer.”
That’s it… no sketch, no logo idea, nothing to work off of.

Which honestly was kind of refreshing.

Lately, a lot of logo work has been cleaning up or converting designs people already made (usually from Canva or AI), so getting to actually design something from scratch was really exciting.

I knew BTM Carpentry already works with higher-end clients, so the logo had to match that. I didn’t want anything cheesy or overdone. No tools. No typical construction icons.

Just something clean, modern, and solid.

The serif font adds a bit of that timeless feel, but the whole design is really about clean lines and precision — which fits their work perfectly.

Really happy with how this one turned out.
🔥

04/16/2026

❓🤔 “Do you have a vector file?”
If that question stopped your project — this fixes it.
I turn blurry or low-quality logos into clean, usable files.

Convert your ChatGPT or AI logo into a clean vector file for print, embroidery, and signage. Fast 24-hour turnaround on vector file conversions.

04/15/2026

Divi users — this is one of those things I Google every time 😅

If your columns never line up properly, this is the quickest fix:

→ Turn on Equalize Column Heights
→ Add: align-items: center;

That’s it. Clean, even layouts instantly.

I broke it down step-by-step (with screenshots) here:

04/13/2026

Earn $100 for a simple referral 💚

Know a business that needs a better website or branding? Send them my way.

You’ll get a $100 Amazon gift card when their first invoice is paid. No limits. No hassle.

Perfect for designers, business owners, or anyone who knows someone ready to level up their online presence.

Email [email protected]
to get started.

04/12/2026

It’s been a little quiet over here — but not because I stopped working.

Behind the scenes, I’ve been busy doing white label design work for other companies… building websites, solving problems, and sharpening my skills without really putting myself out there.

Now I’m shifting that focus back to Zesty Design Co. — and honestly, it feels really good to be back working directly with my own clients again.

One thing that’s become really clear to me is who I want to work with.

I’m focusing on trades and service-based businesses.

Why? Because I see so many hardworking business owners doing incredible work… but their online presence doesn’t reflect it at all. Outdated websites, confusing layouts, or sometimes no website at all.

That’s where I come in.

I’ve been building around this idea of “HI-VIS marketing” — not just looking good, but being impossible to ignore. Clear, bold, and built to actually bring in leads.

No fluff. No overcomplication. Just smart, strategic design and marketing that converts views into leads.

I’m also bringing back my referral program — because a lot of my best clients have always come from word of mouth. If you refer someone who becomes a client, you’ll get a $100 Amazon gift card as a thank you. Simple as that.

If you’ve worked with me before, supported my business, or even just followed along — thank you. It means more than you know.

And if you’re a business owner who knows your website isn’t doing what it should… I’m here and ready when you are.

— Yvonne
Zesty Design Co.

04/10/2026

Don’t miss this easy (free) marketing opportunity.

Most businesses focus on getting reviews…
but ignore what happens after.

People don’t just read your reviews —
they read how you respond.

A simple reply shows:
• You care
• You’re active
• You take feedback seriously

And that builds trust with every future customer.

The problem?
Replies get missed, rushed, or they don’t happen at all.

That’s where having someone manage your online presence makes a difference.

Every response builds trust — and trust turns views into customers.