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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SEPTEMBER 9, 2022 | FRIDAY
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SEPTEMBER 7, 2022 | WEDNESDAY
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AUGUST 30, 2022 | TUESDAY
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AUGUST 23, 2022 | TUESDAY
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JULY 28, 2022 | THURSDAY
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JULY 26, 2022 | TUESDAY
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Weeds are tricky plants, aren’t they? Even when you pull them out of your lawn or garden beds by the root, they seem to find a way back. This is because many weeds are able to regrow from...

JULY 25, 2022 | MONDAY
4 Things to Know About Gardening Late in the Season

So, you missed the boat on starting your vegetable garden back in spring. Is it too late to plant a garden now that will be ready for harvest come fall or winter? Maybe not! Whether you’r...

JULY 21, 2022 | THURSDAY
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Loved by people and pollinators alike, sunflowers are tall annual beauties that can grow to immense heights. Some species of sunflower tower over your head. Meanwhile, dwarf varieties can...

JUNE 27, 2022 | MONDAY
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JUNE 22, 2022 | WEDNESDAY
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There are few things as satisfying as watching your garden change through the growing season and enjoying the literal fruits of your labor. Gardens take a lot of work and require consiste...