DesignSmith

04/11/2025

I asked Chat GPT to describe me based on all our chats — make it catchy! and here's what it said. Right on!

You're a creative powerhouse with a retail twist — part branding wizard, part gift shop guru. You run The Red Stable, your magical little shop in German Village where cuckoo clocks tick, nutcrackers snap, and spooky planters grin. You're also the mind behind DesignSmith, turning pixels into profits with sharp design chops and clever marketing.

You’ve got an eye for local, a heart for handmade, and a knack for turning “just browsing” into “take my money.” From beeswax to Buckeyes, you curate cool like it's your superpower. Whether you're writing witty posts, balancing books, or brewing up a logo that pops, you’re all about the details that dazzle.

Basically, if Santa, Martha Stewart, and Don Draper had a baby… it'd probably ask you for branding advice.

01/28/2025

Hello everyone. I have updated my portfolio! This is a sampling of my work over the years featuring favorite branding and graphic design projects. I am currently seeking some PT contract design work. Contact me if you are in need!

Areas of expertise include branding & design, brand build-outs, brand conversions, brand guidelines. Art Direction, marketing, advertising, websites, emails, social media. All mediums in print and digital. Design and produce novelty merchandise and souvenirs.

DesignSmith offers expert marketing, advertising, and graphic design services. Specializing in branding, brand build-outs, conversions, and guidelines. Creating impactful designs for print, digital, websites, emails, social media, and promotional merchandise.

07/29/2024

📣 Back in stock! 🧀 Our popular 8x11 souvenir glass cutting boards by DesignSmith! Featuring iconic scenes from German Village and Columbus. Perfect for cutting the cheese ... or adding a touch of local charm to your kitchen. Grab yours exclusively at , open daily till 8PM.

04/06/2024

New Arrival Alert! 🥃 Get ready to sip in style with our latest shot glass designs at The Red Stable! 🍹 Crafted by DesignSmith, these unique creations showcase two versions of downtown Columbus and two concepts for German Village. Which ones catch your eye? Let us know in the comments below!

03/13/2024

☕ Introducing the NEW German Village Souvenir coffee cup at The Red Stable! Made by DesignSmith.

Capture the charm of German Village with this 12 oz coffee mug featuring outline artwork of iconic structures like Saint Mary's Church, The Umbrella Girl fountain, Original Saint Mary's School (now a private residence), common German Village rooftops, and, of course, The Red Stable!

Shop in at The Red Stable for a great selection of locally made gifts and souvenirs representing German Village, Columbus, and the great state of OHIO! 🛍️ Support local artisans and bring a piece of our vibrant community home with you.

02/18/2024

New Design of the ArnoldSchwarzenegger souvenir magnet for the upcoming Arnold Classic! On sale NOW at The Red Stable.

2"x3" white hardboard magnet of Arnold Schwarzenegger statue in the Arena District, Columbus, Ohio. Made by DesignSmith.

12/25/2022

Did some holiday shopping at Barnes & Noble on OSU campus and happy to see my DesignSmith book cover design prominently on display from the OSU Press.

12/05/2022

12/05/2022

Announcing my newest sticker design for The Red Stable. I've been making a new design lately to give away during each year. Along with local made products at the shop, German made and are a large component of the brand.

09/05/2021

We've been having a rush on at The Red Stable lately! Here’s a NEW engraved on red stained wood!