Author Archives: Carmen Sechrist

About Carmen Sechrist

Formerly associate editor for the HOW, Carmen is now a freelance writer residing in Atlanta, with her husband, where they spend their free time discovering new coffee shops and exploring the historic neighborhoods nestled throughout the city.

14 Creative Calendar Designs to Inspire You

Posted on January 2, 2013 by Carmen Sechrist

For a designer, finding that perfect 2013 calendar can be a challenging task. It sits near your desk and must serve that task of not only keeping you organized, but inspired as well. View some of our favorite creative calendar designs. More

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13 Holiday Promotions That Shine

Posted on December 13, 2012 by Carmen Sechrist

From the witty to the whimsical and the simple to the sweet, these holiday promotions and client gifts are making the season a little brighter. More

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5 Creative Workspaces in the Western U.S.

Posted on November 26, 2012 by Carmen Sechrist

We scoured the Western U.S. for unique design studios that exude creativity through their imaginative workspaces. Check out the spaces of these 5 firms, including Second Story and Hybrid Design. More

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5 Creative Workspaces in the Eastern U.S.

Posted on November 16, 2012 by Carmen Sechrist

We scoured the Western U.S. for unique design studios that exude creativity through their imaginative workspaces. Check out the spaces of these 5 firms, including Second Story and Hybrid Design. More

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Behind the Design: Showing Off

Posted on November 9, 2012 by Carmen Sechrist

Mattson Creative developed vibrant illustrated animation sequences for CBS prime time TV shows like “Two and a Half Men,” “CSI,” “The Big Bang Theory,” “60 Minutes” and “Survivor.” More

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Behind the Design: Sweet Simplicity in Jam Packaging Design

Posted on September 25, 2012 by Carmen Sechrist

Louise Fili was up to the challenge of infusing sweet simplicity into the revamped packaging design for Bonnie’s Jams. Typography took center stage for the label. More

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Shultzilla Specializes in New Orleans-Inspired T-shirts, Apparel

Posted on August 14, 2012 by Carmen Sechrist

For co-founders and T-shirt designers Aimée and Jeremy Miller, first came love then came Shultzilla — a design biz specializing in New Orleans-inspired apparel. More

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Behind the Design: Yeah Burger! Restaurant Branding

Posted on April 4, 2012 by Carmen Sechrist

YEAH! Burger is a quirky burger joint that needed in store graphics and restaurant branding. Tad Carpenter drew inspiration from vintage newspaper cartoons and illustrations to craft branding elements. More

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Designer Spotlight: 5 International Firms to Meet

Posted on March 26, 2012 by Carmen Sechrist

We interviewed five design firms from Mexico, Spain, the UK, Australia and the Netherlands to let us know what design is like in their part of the world. Read on for their insights and to get a jolt of creative inspiration — without having to leave home. More

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Designer Spotlight: Ferroconcrete

Posted on March 14, 2012 by Carmen Sechrist

Motion Designer Yo Santosa knows a good thing when she sees it. She quit her job in 2006 with only one client: Pinkberry, a frozen yogurt purveyor. Success bloomed and clients now include TBS, Hustler and more. More

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