Hi, I’m Kate
(The person behind Wonderlust)
I’ve always been fascinated by creativity — my Mum says all I did as a kid was “cutting and sticking” (and making a mess with purple paint - see photo!). But over the years I’ve come to realise that it’s not solely about making things, it’s also about the way ‘being creative’ can open up new ideas, perspectives and possibilities. I love the freedom of experimenting - of playing - following a thought just to see where it leads, and getting completely absorbed in something for a while.
I created Wonderlust because I believe we all need more opportunities to do that.
Wonderlust is about making space for curiosity, creativity and play. Just like we did as kids.
I have a big love of sharing my passion for creativity with others, and with Wonderlust, I’m able to do just that - creating beautiful, welcoming spaces where anyone can make, explore, experiment and play — just for the sheer joy of it; as valuable alone-time or a social get together with others.
Welcome to Wonderlust. I hope you love it here as much as I do.
Kate
Yep, this is me…
My mission is to ignite the creative joy which resides in everyone.
My own - playful - creative journey
Playing with language:
BA(Hons) Linguistics / Editor for publisher Hodder & Stoughton / Freelance Copy Editor
Playing with pattern:
BA(Hons) Printed Textiles & Surface Pattern Design / Pattern Designer / Designer-Maker for my own patterns & products
Playing with imagery:
Stylist for multiple Photography Studios & Photographers / For marketing agencies & advertising
Playing with interior design:
Founder of Be Brave Interiors - an interior design studio working with holiday rental owners
Playing with mentoring:
Founder of Creative Membership, Wonder Club
Playing with workshops:
Host of creative workshops for Wonder Club members and the general public / Corporate workshops for businesses wanting to boost their creativity
Playing with innovation:
Innovation Strategist working with global brands such as KFC & Pizza Express, helping them with fresh creative ideas
Playing with art & crafts:
A constant throughout my entire life - I’ve loved virtually every craft there is, and I’ll have a go at everything! / Pet Portrait artist / amateur artist - still learning!
“Simply engaging in creative behaviors … improves brain function, mental health, and physical health.”
— Forbes.com