Brand & Web Design for Makers

Nice to
meet you!

I’m Kiah Smith

The creative director and strategist behind KSC. Hailing from New Haven, CT, I specialize in working with passionate business owners to create handcrafted brands.

Kiah Smith

Thoughtfully Building Brands

 

Capabilities

Brand Strategy
Logo Design
Brand Assets

Web Design
UX/UI Design
Product Design

Package Design
Print Production
Creative Direction

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So what's my story?

 

I’m a creative through and through. When I’m not helping small businesses find their foothold in their industry, I’m working on my own creative endeavors and finding inspiration all around me.

I’m here to be your creative partner.

In the last 15+ years that I’ve been a designer, I’ve picked up a lot of info about best design practices and industry positioning. I’m eager to use my knowledge and skills to support you in your journey to grow your business. Whether it’s acting as a soundboard for your ideas, creating the brand assets you need, or brainstorming how to best present an idea that the market hasn’t seen yet. I’m ready to collaborate with you!

 
 
My idea for the Muse Collection came about years ago. Originally this was going to be the Writer's Muse Collection with scents inspired by literary genres and specific books. However, as I continued to develop the idea, I realized what I really wante
✨ Introducing the Muse Collection! ✨ A signature home fragrance collection. A scent can take you places, reignite memories, and foster nostalgia. The Muse Collection features an array of themed signature scents, each designed to invigorate your min
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The soap I make is highly designed, and it's not just the bars themselves. It's also the packaging. Since starting my business in 2018, I've printed and cut all my own packaging. This is partly because I'm a designer and have the skill to do so, but
Today is the first official day of the Faire Winter Market. This is something I've been prepping for since the start of December. My shelves are currently filled with soap so that I can fulfill orders faster. I've run a wholesale program for a while
The Faire Winter Market starts tomorrow! ❄️ 🛍️ If you've ever considered carrying Smithmade Essentials artisan products in your shop, this market is a fantastic opportunity to get your hands on them. This virtual trade show runs from January 22 to