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12/21/2025

December reminder for entrepreneurs: self-care doesn’t need an hour or a routine.
Sometimes it’s just 5 minutes that bring you back to yourself.

MIND 🧠
• Close every open browser tab
• Brain-dump what’s cluttering your head
• Read one kind client message
• Save the idea for January and let it go

BODY 🌿
• Step outside for fresh air (no screens)
• Stretch your neck + shoulders
• Drink a full glass of water
• Unclench your jaw (yes, really)
• Look away from screens for 2 minutes

BUSINESS ✨
• Tidy one small workspace area
• Review one recent win
• At the start of the day, write 2-3 to do items
• Log off 5 minutes early

No hustle. No guilt. Just small resets that actually fit real life, especially this time of year.

👉 Drop your favorite 5-minute reset or self-care habit in the comments. Let’s steal ideas from each other 🤍

12/19/2025

✨ A quick year-end note ✨

As we head into the final weeks of the year (WOW that was fast!), a gentle reminder that all open proposals will be closing soon. We’re almost fully booked for January and February, with just a couple of spots still available.

By securing your project or extending your current plan before year-end, you can:
• Lock in your 2025 rates to use in the first quarter of 2026
• Take advantage of potential tax write-offs before the year closes
• Avoid the holiday rush and start fresh in the new year

Already on a retainer, SEO, or social media plan? Extending now allows you to keep your current rate locked in for 2026.

📩 Reach out via DM or email if you’d like to move forward or have questions, we’re happy to help you plan ahead!

11/27/2025

Last month, we asked local business owners to share:
“What’s your favorite perk of being an entrepreneur?” ✨

And wow - your responses were such a reminder of WHY we do what we do! From flexibility and creative freedom to building community and creating impact, your words radiated gratitude.

🧡 Swipe through to see some of the responses

If you didn’t get a chance to chime in, drop yours below!

Sometimes, hearing what other business owners are thankful for helps us reflect on our own wins — big and small — and remember how far we’ve come.

Because when we lead with gratitude, everything else in business feels a little lighter, brighter, and more aligned.

11/25/2025

To all business owners -

During the busy holiday season, here’s your reminder to:
Pause. Breathe. Relax. Repeat.

You can’t pour from an empty cup - and this time of year can drain even the most inspired entrepreneurs. 💛

Take five minutes today to step away from your screen, storefront, stretch, sip some coffee, or simply breathe. Those small resets aren’t luxuries - they’re what keep your creativity and clarity alive.

The holidays can be wild for small business owners, but your energy is your most valuable resource. Protect it, recharge it, and give yourself the grace to rest, even if just for five minutes.

Because when you refill your own cup, everything you pour back into your business feels lighter, brighter, and more intentional.

What are some tips you can share that can help other entrepreneurs get through the busy chaos of the season?

11/20/2025

Community is built one table at a time 🤍

During Ventura Meat Company’s branding shoot, this image was non-negotiable. We wanted to capture what their brand feels like; connection, family, and the kind of shared moments that turn into tradition.

For the Buckley family, meat isn’t just what they sell, it’s the centerpiece of gatherings that spark conversation, laughter, and community.

Their story is a reminder that brand values aren’t just words on a website; they’re the way you make people feel.

🥩 Read more about Ventura Meat Company and how defining your brand values can help you build a business people truly come home to.

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11/19/2025

Forever thankful for YOU (yes- YOU!!) ✨

As we move into this season of gratitude, I just want to say THANK YOU! 💛

💛 Thank you to my incredible clients who trust me to bring their vision to life.
💛 Thank you to the business besties who cheer me on behind the scenes.
💛 And thank you to every single person who likes, shares, comments or simply follows along this Kinship Creative journey.

Supporting a small business doesn’t always mean becoming a client. Sometimes it’s the quiet acts, the encouragement, the referrals, the little notes of kindness, that keep the momentum (and the algorithm 😉) moving.

I’m forever grateful for every ounce of support that helps me keep creating, connecting, and helping other bold brands shine.

Here’s to community, creativity, and all the good things still to come! 💫

11/18/2025

Want to build a brand that actually sticks?

This month’s Business Bestie, Ventura Meat Company inspired our latest blog: “3 Rules for Defining Your Brand Values.”

Whether you’re just launching or ready to sharpen your direction, this 3‑minute read is packed with actionable steps to define what you won’t compromise on.

✅ Focus on relationships over reach.
✅ Be real - not just visible.
✅ Evolve without losing your essence.

Tap the link in bio to dive in - three minutes today can set your brand up for tomorrow’s wins.

Your brand’s next glow‑up? It starts with values in action, not just visuals.

11/15/2025

A slice of gratitude.

Last month we asked entrepreneurs what they’re most grateful for. Slide through to see the pie chart results.

Top vote: freedom!!! 🍰

Which slice of entrepreneurial gratitude are you most drawn to? Comment below & tell us if we missed a benefit of running your own business.

11/12/2025

The secret sauce to strong brand values is loyalty & consistency.

What if today you took five minutes to read a blog that could help you build a brand that people actually come back to? (Link in bio)

This month, our Business Bestie of the Month - Ventura Meat Company (the Buckley family) - shares how brand values aren’t just nice‑to‑haves. They’re the backbone of lasting relationships + thriving communities.

“Growth doesn’t mean changing who we are. It means doubling down on what matters and what we believe in.” – Michael Buckley

In our latest blog post, we break down how showing up consistently with care, curiosity, and trust can transform your brand into something people love and remember.

✅ 5 minutes. Real insights. Takeaways you can use tomorrow.

👉 Tap the link in bio to read “The Secret Ingredient to a Lasting Brand: How Relationships Build Community.”

Your next glow-up? It starts with values in action, not just design.

11/11/2025

✨ The Calabasas Library: Official Website Launch ✨

Before the doors even opened, Renee came to me looking for direction, strategy, and a vision for her luxury Calabasas bottle shop.

Together, we dove deep into:
✨Defining her target audience, even before the shop was operational
✨ SWOT analysis of the nearby competition
✨Mood boards and aesthetic explorations to see what resonated with her and her husband
✨Selecting a geographical focus for Calabasas, to attract the right clientele

Once we honed in on her audience and brand essence, we translated that strategy into every visual element of her custom website: color palettes, fonts, textures, and a user experience that reflects the interior design of the shop - leather, antique brass, British Racing Green by Ralph Lauren - all conveying discretion, luxury, and sophistication.

The result? A website that’s not only a beautiful extension of the Calabasas Library brand, but also a strategic tool that teases, delights, and invites the right visitors.

It was a joy bringing this high-end, discreet, luxury brand experience to life - and a perfect example of how thoughtful strategy meets playful design.

11/10/2025

✨ A Curated Mystery in Calabasas ✨

Before The Calabasas Library officially opened its doors, we wanted to give the community just enough to spark curiosity ... without revealing too much.

When your brand values include discretion, elegance, and exclusivity, sometimes the best marketing move is to say less and show up beautifully, but without giving away the full picture until doors are officially open.

So, we got creative! 📸 My client had a photographer capture her stunning collection of high-end liquors amid the construction chaos; a playful nod to the “library” concept (a curated collection worth savoring) and a visual teaser for the brand-new website.

These images became strategic placeholders on the Calabasas Library’s custom website design - creating intrigue, aligning perfectly with the brand identity, and keeping that buzzing mystery alive.

Take a peek at these creative photos and stay tuned for the full reveal of this bespoke Calabasas brand and website design coming soon! 🥂

11/08/2025

When The Library Calabasas reached out, their space was still under construction, but their vision was already bold. They wanted something that felt intentional, discreet, and high-end.

We built a brand around that exact feeling: quiet luxury meets local charm. Ralph Lauren's British Racing Green, antique gold accents, velvet textures, weathered leather and a script wordmark that nods to old-world elegance meets modern Calabasas.

What I loved most? Guiding Renee through the process; from early brand strategy and customer clarity to all the small business decisions that pop up along the way. I’m not just your designer; I’m your business best friend through the launch process and beyond 💛

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