
Block Design & DIY Shopify
"Absolutely – we at Block would highly recommend Business Think. The greatest benefit of working with Elliot was having expert support at every step; it felt like having a safety net. Rather than spending time Googling everything or making countless mistakes, we could simply jump on a quick call or troubleshoot over email. Having someone who knows the platform inside out saved us a huge amount of time and frustration.
Elliot made what could have been a daunting project feel simple and stress-free. What stood out most was his patience and his willingness to explain things clearly – nothing ever felt rushed or overly technical. I always felt comfortable asking questions without feeling silly. Plus, you learn a lot along the way, so you’re more confident managing the site moving forward. He’s helped us build a website that not only looks great but genuinely works for our business – our customers love it too." Tara & Madi at Block Design




Project Summary
Block Design had previously invested in a bespoke-coded Shopify website. However, they approached Business Think for help with altering the layout of items, as they were locked into paying for coded updates each time they wanted to make a change – no matter how small.
During our discussions, it became clear that it would be both easier and more cost-effective to remove the bespoke theme entirely. This would free them from ongoing development charges and provide greater functionality moving forward. We recommended moving to the DIY Shopify package, as the business wasn’t building a new site from scratch – it already had products and content within its database.
Tara asked Madi to lead the project on Block’s side. The most technically challenging aspect was handling the large number of swatches (colour choice icons) used across their products. These had previously been implemented using custom code. We reconfigured them using Shopify Metafields – the correct and future-proof method – ensuring the website would remain robust and easy to manage.
Working with Madi was a pleasure. During our weekly coaching sessions, we developed a clear workflow: Madi would present an idea, I would identify the technical solution and implement it. Then, as this was a DIY Shopify setup, I would show her how to update or add content independently. We would regroup a week later via Zoom to review progress and troubleshoot any issues. Thank you to Tara and Madi for asking me to support this project. Elliot at Business Think
Launch Your Shopify Store in Just 30 Days with Expert Coaching from Business Think Digital.
With our DIY Shopify Coaching Program, you can build your own professional Shopify store and have it live in just 30 days. Once your booking is completed, you will be contacted within 24 hours to agree on a start date for your coaching.
We are a Shopify Partner and have extensive experience in successfully migrating businesses onto the Shopify platform. Sites converted included WooCommerce (WordPress), Magento, Wix, Squarespace, ZenCart, and even bespoke coded solutions.
If you have any questions, please email info@businessthink.co.uk