About
Two decades of design. A lifetime of creativity. One clear purpose.
For more than 20 years, design has been my language. It's how I think, how I solve problems, and how I connect with people. What started as a passion for beautiful things became a career, a business, and eventually, a calling.
My journey began with freelance graphic design work — creating custom invitations, event stationery, and branded materials for clients. I fell in love with the details — the fonts, the color palettes, the way a well-designed piece can make someone feel special before they even read the words.
As the world went digital, so did I. I pivoted to SimplyLyns and discovered a whole new way to serve creatives — through premium Canva templates, AI prompt packs, social media designs, and original artwork. I became a true Canva expert, and I started teaching what I knew through YouTube tutorials that reached tens of thousands of viewers.
I'm also a single mom. That part of my story matters because it shapes everything. It taught me resourcefulness, resilience, and the importance of building something that's truly mine. My art isn't just a business — it's my legacy and my example for my kids.
I believe design should feel effortless to the person using it, even when it took hours to create. Every template I make is polished enough for a professional brand but simple enough for a beginner to customize in minutes. That's the SimplyLyns promise: beautiful design, made simple.
The Journey
Fell in love with design and began building skills in layout, typography, and visual branding.
Built a thriving freelance design practice — creating custom invitations, event stationery, branded materials, and visual identities for clients.
Mastered Canva and started creating YouTube tutorials that reached 25K-55K views, teaching others the art of digital design.
Pivoted to digital products — premium templates, AI prompt packs, and original artwork sold through Etsy, TikTok, and her own storefront.
Expanding into original art collections, growing the SimplyLyns brand, and continuing to help creators bring their vision to life.
YouTube
Canva tutorials, design walkthroughs, and creative tips — these videos have reached tens of thousands of viewers.
Watch how I approach design from start to finish — tips you can use today.
Step-by-step Canva walkthrough — from blank canvas to polished design.
Simple techniques to make your brand visuals stand out from the crowd.
Whether you need a custom design, want to browse my shop, or just want to say hi — I'd love to hear from you.
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