A Letter From the Desk of Holly K
Welcome to this cozy little corner of the internet, where inspiration, creative chaos, and mom-life beautifully collide. I’m so glad you’re here!
This blog is a peek behind the curtain—a place where I share the stories, sparks, sketches, and sometimes the spills that come with being a designer, creator, and mother. It’s a celebration of the in-between moments: the coffee-fueled brainstorms, the color palette obsessions, the half-finished mood boards, and the tiny hands tugging at my sleeve mid-design.
Whether you’re a fellow creative, a curious client, a multitasking mama, or simply someone who appreciates thoughtful design and storytelling, you belong here. My hope is that you leave each post feeling a little more inspired, a little more connected, and a lot less alone in the messy magic of making things and motherhood.
Thanks for joining me on this colorful, ever-evolving journey. Let’s make something remarkable together.
With creativity & caffeine,
Holly K
Editor. Mother. Creator.
The Topics
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“HK on the DL” is a peek behind the personal side of life — the real, raw, and creative journey of a designer, mother, and maker. It’s about the quiet moments, the off-the-clock lessons, and the stories that don’t always make it to social media… shared straight from the heart, shaped by what lights my spark and keeps my creative fire burning.
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“Confessions of a Creative” is a behind-the-scenes series where I pull back the curtain on the realities of having a creative career — the sparks of inspiration, the messy middles, the lessons learned, and the deep love for making something from nothing. These are honest reflections from a creative soul who’s always learning, always experimenting, and never quite finished tweaking “just one more thing.”
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“The Hustle” dives into the real work behind building a creative business — the growth, the grit, the learning curves, and the moments that shape both the work and the person behind it. It’s an honest look at what it takes to turn creativity into a career.
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“Passion Projects” highlights the creative work that happens purely for the love of making — the side projects, seasonal obsessions, and ideas that light a spark without a brief or deadline attached. These are the projects that feed the soul and remind me why I create.
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“Creating Spaces” is a collection of spaces I’ve created to inspire you — thoughtfully designed rooms, meaningful details, and real-life transformations that balance beauty and function. It’s about showing how intentional design can spark creativity and make everyday spaces feel more like home.
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“Cal + Lily” is a love letter to motherhood, creativity, and raising little humans in a world full of imagination. This series captures the joy, chaos, and heart-filled moments of sharing the creative life with my kids — my most treasured creations.
The Art of the Party
Some projects don’t start with a brief or a deadline. They start with a person. This one began with my best friend—years of friendship, countless milestones, and a shared history layered in the best way.
Project Xmas
There’s just something about the holidays that lights me up from the inside out. Maybe it’s because I was born in December. Maybe it’s because I became a mom in December. Or maybe it’s because this season has always been filled with the kind of magic you can feel in your bones — the hustle and bustle, the festive spirit, the glow of traditions old and new.
Halloween Heavyweight
For years, October became my own personal Olympics — except instead of athletes, it was DIY glue guns, thrifted props, and couples costumes that always went for the gold.
The Hutch Revival
There’s something truly magical about giving old things new purpose. Whether it’s the thrill of a thrift store find or the quiet joy of restoring a family heirloom, repurposing isn’t just about sustainability — it’s about storytelling.