Zandra Illustration gets a new look from Lettering Works that fits the evolution of Zandra Conley’s growing side hustle.

Lettering Works’ first Chicago passion project is launching and needs your help to become a reality. Learn more about the project and newly launched Kickstarter.

The Nest Coworking has been my office since before Lettering Works officially began. It has been home to countless workshops, meetings, and events while serving as a place where friendships, connections, and ideas developed for Lettering Works.

Exactly one month ago, I announced that I was moving to Chicago and launching one last mini-series: 25 More Days of Peoria. This blog features the an official recap of the twenty-five newly added designs.

Lettering Works receives the “Brilliant Ideas That Never Saw the Light of Day” Award from the Public Relations Association as the organization recognizes the best of the best communication and public relations practices in Central Illinois.”

Learn more about what goes into building a freelance design business as Chelsie answers the frequently asked question: “What does a typical day look like for you as a freelance designer?”

Lettering Works is moving to Chicago! In this blog post, Chelsie explains why Chicago and shares thoughts on Peoria, with a bonus announcement about 100 Days of Peoria.

Lettering works to establish Peoria singer-songwriter duo Projekts through professional new logo. Many local musicians don’t have easy access to lots of funds to build a brand and a business around their musical talents. Lettering Works partnered with Projekts to make their vision of having a professional look a reality.

In business, learning often happens by experience. Upon reflecting on being in business for three years, three key lessons stuck out to me. Realizations of the power of passion projects, the importance of working with people you like, and the fact that our time has value.

On Thursday, April 25th, Lettering Works celebrated three years in business with a special Anniversary Ribbon Cutting at The Nest Coworking in Peoria’s Warehouse District. The event had cake, snacks, a short presentation, special guests, the ribbon cutting itself, and a special live performance from local singer-songwriter duo Projekts.