Taking it slow. Making it better.


Hey, Reader!

I’ve gone a little quiet this month... on purpose. More sun on my face, long walks, yoga, a bit of alone time… and cinnamon buns.

I missed a couple of newsletters and have barely posted on socials. And, I’ve loved the spaciousness.

August feels like an invitation to go low-key and reflect while half the world is on holiday, so I’m taking a mini holiday from my digital life too.

Behind the scenes, I’ve been gently pruning and tending: letting a few projects go, doubling down on what’s working, and making it easier for you to find exactly what you need from me next.

If you’re craving the same softer, slower rhythm, this week’s 3-2-1 is short, practical, and light. It's tiny tweaks with big impact.

Ready? Let’s keep it simple and sweet. ⤵️


3 easy steps to make your images pop

If you missed my recent post, then check out the 3 easy steps to create a fun & colourful border around your images using Canva.

  1. Choose an image from your photo library
  2. Click on BG Remover
  3. Click Edit ---> Shadows --> Outline and scroll down to adjust the size, intensity and colour of your background.

That's it! Easy peasy!

Get detailed instructions, then try it out.

Tag me @_louisebartlett so I can see your post, cheer you on, and share to my stories – getting you some more reach!

2 things i'm loving

✦ Menopause Musings

I moved over to Substack a few months ago to start some more consistent raw + honest conversations about perimenopause. I'll be adding a few short yoga sequences to support a healthy midlife. So, come over & join me!

✦ SUPER Useful iPhone Calculator Feature

This week I learned that the iPhone calculator app has an icon of a calculator. If you tap it and toggle "convert" to ON, then you can use it to convert different units, like currency, temperature, volume, weight, data, length, etc. AMAZING! Who knew?!

1 affirmation to ponder

This week, be a manifesting magnet for good luck, good fortune, & blessings from the Universe. Hit reply and tell me one thing you're going to manifest - I read every email!

With love and summer ease,

xo, Louise

P.S. Ways I can support you ❤️

  • Need positive vibes to start your day? Get my free mini-set of Affirmation Cards & start rewiring your thoughts for success.
  • Get resources & tools for your small business growth.
  • Need design services? Check out your options for working with me at Beatnik Design.
  • Read my Menopause Musings over on Substack.
  • Loving my newsletter? You can say cheers and buy me a coffee ☕️

If this helped you, share with a friend.

background

Subscribe to THE BEATNIK DESIGNER