Kat Hodgins

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Name: Kat Hodgins

Title: Contributing Writer

Kat Hodgins is a freelance copy and content writer based out of Vancouver, Canada. This lifelong DIYer and hands-on learner has been a freelance writer for over a decade and a BobVila.com contributor since 2020. With an affinity for jumping headfirst into home projects and finding products that make home life easier, Kat’s major contributions to the Bob Vila team are in DIY ventures and home goods. 

Expertise and Experience

In her tenure as a professional writer, Kat has written for many companies, including BobVila.com, Dentex, Good Digital, Interesting Things, MarketOne, Nest Designs, Perk.com Canada, Run Wild My Child, This is LD, and more. 

Prior to freelancing, Kat was the copy editor at Canadian Aviator Magazine and a member on staff at OP Publishing Media Group. Proficient in writing SEO content, social media content, landing pages, sales letters, newsletters, brand statements, and more, Kat can take a complex idea and turn it into a digestible, enjoyable read for the target audience. 

Kat primarily writes content for home goods, DIY projects, health care, and luxury clothing. She’s also experienced in writing about tech, finance, high-end real estate development, outdoor living, and several trades.

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MARCH 10, 2023 | FRIDAY
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FEBRUARY 27, 2023 | MONDAY
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FEBRUARY 6, 2023 | MONDAY
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12 Home Project Procrastination Hacks That Beat Your Brain at Its Own Game

They say the most challenging part of any project is starting, but the real test is taking a task to the finish line. Procrastination can hit before you even begin a project, but it also ...

JANUARY 23, 2023 | MONDAY
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JANUARY 23, 2023 | MONDAY
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It’s nice to add some potted florals and greenery inside a home, but let’s face it, sometimes the houseplant we bring home from the nursery looks worse for wear under our care. While some...

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If summer was a flavor, it would be the taste of homegrown corn on the cob next to a rack of ribs. Sure, you could pick up your corn from the grocery store or farmers’ market, but learnin...