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First & Third Designs Maryland web designers for small businesses, nonprofits + creatives — Showit sites with strategy + style. 💻 ✨

11/02/2026

Life be lifing HARD sometimes.

And when you’re juggling motherhood, friendships, business goals, deadlines, and your own dreams… it can feel heavy.

But with us, you’re not doing this alone. We’re here for the messy middles, the voice-memo pep talks, the “is this crazy?” ideas… and the celebrations when it all clicks.

New here? Say hi. Let’s get to know each other and crush some goals together. 🤍

09/02/2026

Don’t work with us if you’re cool with confusion, missed opportunities, and a website that just exists.

We build brands and websites with intention. That means clarity in your messaging, structure that guides people to take action, and design that supports traffic, trust, and sales — not just aesthetics.

Your website shouldn’t be something you apologize for or explain away. It should do some of the heavy lifting for you.

If you’re ready for clarity, alignment, and a site that actually supports your business goals, you’re in the right place.

Save this if it resonates.

Typography is one of the most underrated parts of branding, but it is often the thing holding everything together.It set...
06/02/2026

Typography is one of the most underrated parts of branding, but it is often the thing holding everything together.

It sets the tone.

Builds trust.

Creates emotion.

When fonts are chosen with intention, your brand communicates clearly and provides clarity.

That clarity is what makes a brand feel confident, cohesive, and easy to connect with.

Okay but hear us out…What if Penelope Featherington was a copywriter? Check out her brand board and keep an eye out for ...
05/02/2026

Okay but hear us out…

What if Penelope Featherington was a copywriter?

Check out her brand board and keep an eye out for her website launch coming soon 👀✍️

Who should we rebrand next?
Drop your pick below ⬇️

05/02/2026

Great minds think alike 🙃

What’s your favorite local spot for business meetings ups?

I sat at this light today. Same intersection. Same building. Different life.A few years ago, I’d sit here dreading the n...
04/02/2026

I sat at this light today. Same intersection. Same building. Different life.

A few years ago, I’d sit here dreading the next 12 hours. Physically sick. Sometimes crying before I even walked in.

I kept telling myself:
“This is what you wanted.”
“Be grateful.”
And quietly wondering why I couldn’t just be happy.

Today, I pulled up to that same light and realized something had shifted.

I wasn’t bracing myself. I wasn’t white-knuckling my way through the day. I was singing in my car. Actually excited for what was ahead.

This isn’t about being a nurse.
Or hating your job.
Or having some dramatic breaking point.
It’s about realizing you’ve outgrown a life that once made sense.

I didn’t wake up one day fearless. I just got tired of ignoring that quiet voice saying, “there’s more for you than this.”

If you’re sitting at your own version of this light right now— Feeling restless. Stuck.Unfulfilled.

There is nothing wrong with you. You’re not ungrateful. You’re evolving. You don’t need permission to want more.

This isn’t just a logo. It’s clarity.From Feb 3–Feb 6, we’re opening 4 priority booking spots for March for our Brand + ...
03/02/2026

This isn’t just a logo. It’s clarity.

From Feb 3–Feb 6, we’re opening 4 priority booking spots for March for our Brand + Strategy Session at a special rate, in collaboration with our female founder community.

Inside this experience, you’ll receive:
• A 90-minute strategy call
• Brand positioning + messaging framework
• 1–2 ideal client personas
• Wordmark logo
• Color palette + typography system
• Brand guidelines document
• Canva Pro setup + Loom tutorial

This is designed for the woman who knows her business is ready for more alignment, more confidence, and a brand that actually reflects where she’s going next.

Original investment: $2,500
Special rate (Feb 3–Feb 6): $2,000

This purchase secures your March project spot and locks in the special rate. Project timelines are scheduled after booking. Application required to ensure it’s the right fit.

If you’ve been feeling stuck, unclear, or ready to show up differently… this might be your moment.

Apply via the link in bio. Secure your spot in March!

ONE. WHOLE. YEAR. 🥹🎂A year ago, we officially launched First & Third Designs — two sisters who decided to bet on themsel...
29/01/2026

ONE. WHOLE. YEAR. 🥹🎂

A year ago, we officially launched First & Third Designs — two sisters who decided to bet on themselves, walk away from burnout, and build something together.

And honestly? We had no idea how many incredible women we’d meet along the way.

This year has been full of late-night design sessions, celebrating client wins like they were our own, and learning that community really is everything. We wouldn’t be here without the friendships, collaborations, and cheerleaders who showed up for us.

So for our birthday (and yes, it’s literally our birthday month too 👯), we wanted to do something BIG.

We teamed up with 4 amazing local women-owned businesses to put together a giveaway package worth over $2,500 — designed to help one lucky business owner kick off the new year feeling confident, supported, and ready to grow.

✨ THE PACKAGE ✨
→ 90-Minute Business Strategy Session with
→ Brand Photography Experience with .moon_photo
→ VIP Style Day (Color Analysis, Personal Style & Makeup Tutorial) with
→ 1-Hour Microneedling Session with
→ Website Audit & Personalized SEO Analysis with us,

HOW TO ENTER:
1️⃣ Follow ALL accounts tagged above
2️⃣ Share this post to your story
3️⃣ BONUS: Tag a small business owner in the comments for extra entries (1 tag = 1 entry!) and get 4 extra entries is you sign up for our monthly newsletter (link in bio).

⏰ Entries close Monday, Feb 3 at 12pm EST
🏆 Winner announced at 3pm EST

We’re honestly a little jealous of whoever wins this 😅
Good luck, friends!!

27/01/2026

After a year of working with female founders, we’ve noticed something:

The women who see real growth aren’t just working harder — they’re investing in the RIGHT things.

Here’s what we’ve seen make the biggest difference 👇

1️⃣ A CLEAR STRATEGY
Not just “post more” or “be consistent.” An actual plan that fits YOUR life and YOUR goals.

2️⃣ BRAND PHOTOS THAT CONVERT
Stock photos and iPhone selfies can only take you so far. Intentional imagery builds trust and stops the scroll.

3️⃣ CONFIDENCE IN HOW YOU SHOW UP
When you know what colors, styles, and looks work for YOU — you stop second-guessing and start showing up boldly.

4️⃣ A WEBSITE THAT WORKS FOR YOU
Your website should be bringing in leads while you sleep. If it’s not, something needs to change.

5️⃣ TIME FOR YOURSELF
You can’t pour from an empty cup. Self-care isn’t a luxury — it’s a business strategy.

Which one do you need most right now? Drop a number below 👇

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110 N Commerce St

21617

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Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00
Thursday 08:00 - 17:00
Friday 08:00 - 17:00

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