If you like the idea of utility classes…
but don’t like 40KB+ frameworks, build steps, or config overload — this might be for you.
What makes it different?
~5KB gzipped
No build step
Modern CSS features (OKLCH, container queries, CSS variables)
Works with plain HTML
Designed for clarity, not abstraction
The philosophy is simple:
- Use modern CSS as much as possible.
- Keep utilities minimal.
- Let the browser do the heavy lifting.
What’s new in this update?
• Improved documentation structure
• Better internal navigation
• Expanded utilities reference
• More examples and usage patterns
• SEO improvements so developers can actually discover it
I’m aiming to make it:
– a serious lightweight alternative to larger utility frameworks
– a great fit for landing pages, SaaS apps, indie projects
– ideal for devs who prefer simplicity over heavy config
If you’re building:
• a side project
• a startup landing page
• a fast marketing site
• a minimal design system
…give it a look and let me know what you think.
Feedback, critiques, and pull requests are welcome
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If you like the idea of utility classes… but don’t like 40KB+ frameworks, build steps, or config overload — this might be for you.
What makes it different?
~5KB gzipped No build step Modern CSS features (OKLCH, container queries, CSS variables) Works with plain HTML Designed for clarity, not abstraction
The philosophy is simple:
- Use modern CSS as much as possible. - Keep utilities minimal. - Let the browser do the heavy lifting.
What’s new in this update?
• Improved documentation structure • Better internal navigation • Expanded utilities reference • More examples and usage patterns • SEO improvements so developers can actually discover it
I’m aiming to make it:
– a serious lightweight alternative to larger utility frameworks – a great fit for landing pages, SaaS apps, indie projects – ideal for devs who prefer simplicity over heavy config
If you’re building:
• a side project • a startup landing page • a fast marketing site • a minimal design system
…give it a look and let me know what you think.
Feedback, critiques, and pull requests are welcome
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