Kat Hodgins, Contributing Writer

Kat Hodgins

Contributing Writer

About

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.

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.

Education

Kat attended Okanagan College for its 2-year intensive writing program, where she received a diploma in writing and publishing. She later enrolled at Simon Fraser University and has been taking courses part-time to obtain her degree with a double minor in English and communications.

Highlights

  • Experience and interests: A certified insurance benefits professional, nature enthusiast, recreational climber, and chocolate connoisseur enjoying life in the Pacific Northwest 
  • Education: Diploma in writing and publishing from Okanagan College in British Columbia, Canada, and pursuing a degree in English and communications from Simon Fraser University in British Columbia, Canada
  • Other work: Published in both major print and online publications and micro-press publications

Best DIY Advice

“Never be intimidated by a project. You don’t have to be an expert, but it helps to know one or two that you can call if you have any questions—just don’t let them do the work for you (that’s cheating).”

More from Kat Hodgins

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How to Get Rid of Moss in Your Lawn

By Kat Hodgins, Bob Vila, Michelle Ullman

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The Best Mops of 2024 for Sparkling Clean Floors, Tested

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The Best Bidets for a Bathroom Upgrade

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The Best Telescoping Ladders From Our 2024 Testing

By Mark Wolfe, Glenda Taylor, Kat Hodgins

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Pool Lighting Ideas and Tips to Illuminate Your Outdoor Space

By Kat Hodgins, Updated by Amy Anderson

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The Best String Trimmers of 2024 for Your Lawn Care Routine, Tested 

By Mark Wolfe, Kat Hodgins

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Solved! The Great Debate on Using Salt to Kill Weeds

By Kat Hodgins

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20 Plants That Are Perfect for Window Boxes

By Kat Hodgins, Jennifer Noonan, Updated by Gretchen Heber

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DIY

How to Etch Glass—and How to Fake the Look Using Spray Paint

By Kat Hodgins, Ama Ryllis

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20 Garden Lighting Ideas to Add Interest to Your Landscape

By Kat Hodgins

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How to Shampoo Carpets

By Kat Hodgins, Susan Pevaroff Berschler

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DIY

How to Recover a Chair

By Kat Hodgins, Jennifer Noonan

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DIY

How to Start a Charcoal Grill

By Kat Hodgins, Tom Scalisi

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Exterior

The Best Pergola Kits of 2024 for Your Outdoor Space

By Kat Hodgins, Tiffany Lewis

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Lawn & Garden

Creeping Thyme Lawn: An Eco-Friendly Alternative to Turfgrass

By Kat Hodgins, Updated by Gretchen Heber

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Lawn & Garden

Solved! This Is the Best Time to Water Grass

By Kat Hodgins, Bob Vila, Amy Lynch

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Lawn & Garden

45 Backyard Landscaping Ideas for Creating the Ultimate Outdoor Living Space

By Kat Hodgins

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The 9 Best Rain Shower Heads for a Spa-Like Bathroom, Tested

By Kat Hodgins, Kristen Mosier

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Deck, Patio & Porch

12 Landscaping Features That Might Annoy Your Neighbors

By Kat Hodgins

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Lawn & Garden

22 Shrubs That Can Handle the Heat of Full Sun

By Kat Hodgins, Audrey Stallsmith