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Kinship Creative, Ojai, CA (2026)

03/03/2026

🐾 Website Glow-Up Alert! 🐾

Heather came to us with a booming dog training business, but a just-“okay” templated site that blended in with everyone else. She wanted her brand to have personality, show her community that she’s trusted, professional, and a total dog lover, -and most importantly- stand out in a sea of copycat, templated sites.

Fast forward: Heather now has a colorful, fun, on-brand website, digital e-learning dog training packets, new email signatures, and an IG + FB makeover in progress, plus a brand-new e-course launching soon! 🎉

Make sure to follow Z Dog Training for all your dog needs!

✨ Ready to bring your bold, playful, strategic brand to life? Let’s make a website that makes clients want to work with you the second they land on it.

03/02/2026

💌 Happy mail at Kinship Creative! 💌

Today we received a package from Wix welcoming us into the Wix Studio League, and officially recognizing Kinship Creative as a Legend-level designer for 2025!

That status isn’t about aesthetics.
It’s based on the number of high-quality websites we. designed and developed on the platform, and meeting rigorous performance standards along the way.

On top of that, after extensive requirements, hands-on assessments, and qualifications, we also earned the Wix Certified Website Designer status!

Here’s why that matters to you:

When you hire a website designer, you’re not just hiring someone who can “make it look good.” You’re choosing:
• A platform your business will live on
• A system your marketing will depend on
• A partner you’ll likely lean on for years

Platform expertise matters.

In Wix specifically, that means:
• Advanced SEO setup (including AI SEO tools - as in let's get you ranking in ChatGPT, Perplexity, etc)
• Deep analytics and integrations
• Clean mobile + desktop optimization
• Scalable backend systems that grow with you
• Being on top of Wix's latest features

Many platforms simply don’t offer the same level of built-in SEO depth and marketing functionality.

That said, we’re NOT platform snobs.
If you love where your site lives now, we can work there.
If you’re curious about other options, we’ll walk you through them.
Before any project begins, we play matchmaker between your business and the right platform.

Because this isn’t about chasing badges.
It’s about building websites that actually work for YOU, for today and for the long term.

If you’re thinking about a redesign, a rebuild, or even small updates, make sure you’re hiring someone who specializes in the platform you’re investing in.

Credentials matter. Strategy matters more.

And yes, we’re proud of this one 💛

03/02/2026

✨ Your website deserves to sparkle. Let’s make it shine. ✨

You’re in good hands. To me, this isn’t just a website project, it’s TRUE kinship. I craft sites that tell your story, reflect your brand, and actually work for your business.

As a Wix Icon Level Partner and Certified Website Designer, I bring strategy, heart, and creativity to every project. I also offer Squarespace, Shopify, ShowIt & more.

💛 Curious? DM us for a no-pressure intro, call, or info - let’s see how we can bring your brand to life.

02/26/2026

💛 Client Love 💛

“Working with Kari and Kinship Creative was one of the most aligned decisions I made for Honeyshine. Kari didn’t just ‘build a website’ — she translated my heart, my story, and my values into a space that feels like home.

From the flow to the visuals to the thoughtful details, she understood Honeyshine at its roots: family-centered, faith-filled, and intentional. The site feels nurturing, elevated, and clear — without losing the warmth that matters so much to me.

Kari is intuitive, organized, and deeply intentional in her work. If you’re looking for a designer who truly listens and creates from a place of purpose, Kinship Creative is it.”

— Danielle, Honeyshine

🌟 Ready for a website that’s more than a site, one that tells your story, grows your business, and feels like you? Let’s create it!

02/26/2026

✨ What’s on your desk this week? ✨

February is wrapping up, what projects (personal or professional) are you hustling on before the month ends?

Drop it in the comments 👇 Let’s cheer each other on! 💛

02/16/2026

Some projects are about design.
Some are about strategy.
And some are about community.

This one was all three.

We’re proud to launch the new brand and website for Ventura Meat Company — a business deeply rooted in Ventura and committed to doing things the right way.

From day one, the goal wasn’t just “make it look good.”
It was: Tell the real story.

So we built a site that highlights:

• Their wholesome, transparent process — and what truly sets them apart from big-box meat counters
• Their full product line (clearly organized and easy to shop)
• Value-based protein boxes for families who want quality without guesswork
• A Meet the Team page designed to both celebrate their people and attract aligned new hires
• A Community Resource Hub that reflects their commitment beyond the counter

We were part of the creative direction for the photoshoot to ensure every image captured what matters most: quality, integrity, craftsmanship, and connection.

Because when a brand is built on values, the website should feel like an extension of that heartbeat.

This isn’t just a meat shop.
It’s a local staple. A gathering place. A business that cares about where your food comes from, and who it serves.

Strategy-led. Community-rooted. Beautifully built.

It’s more than a website & brand - it’s true kinship.

02/09/2026

5 Things the Year of the Snake Taught Me 🐍
(Yes, I’m Feeling a Little Swifty Energy)

1) Shedding What No Longer Serves Me.
Just like a snake, I’ve let go of old habits, relationships, and projects that weren’t aligned with my growth. This helped me to make room for the right ones & stress less.

2) Trusting My Instincts.
Snakes move with quiet intention, and so do we when we stop people-pleasing and start listening to our gut.

3) Putting Myself First Without Guilt.
Saying no doesn’t make me the villain, it makes me the hero of my own story.

4) Slowing Down and Enjoying the Sun.
After shedding old layers, it’s okay to pause, recharge, and soak up the light. Growth needs space and sunshine.

5) Transformation is a Process.
Change isn’t always dramatic. Sometimes it’s subtle, internal, and quietly powerful… and that’s when the magic really happens.

✨ Bonus takeaway: Own your snake energy. Stand in your power, shed what’s heavy, and glow unapologetically.

As we prepare for the Year of the Horse, let’s carry forward the lessons of shedding, trusting ourselves, and creating space for what truly matters. 🐎✨

This is your moment to step into forward motion, embrace confidence, and welcome growth that feels aligned, joyful, and unstoppable. What’s one thing you’re ready to bring forward into the Year of the Horse? Drop it below, I’d love to celebrate your glow-up with you! 💛

02/06/2026

💻✨ In the last days of the Year of the Snake…

It’s the perfect moment to shed what no longer serves your website - old copy, outdated photos, that “meh,” feeling or branding that no longer reflects your brilliance. 🐍

This isn’t about doing more for the sake of it, it’s about making space for what will actually work: the things that light you up, serve your clients, and set you up for growth! A website that finally looks & feels like you.

By letting go now, we create room for the Year of the Horse (starting Feb. 17), a year for forward motion, confidence, and momentum. 🐎✨

Here’s your gentle reminder: take stock, release what’s holding you back from the website you deserve, and make space for a brand, business, and online presence that actually feels like you.

✨ What’s one thing you’re ready to let go of this year to make room for growth? Drop it below, I’d love to celebrate your shed moments with you!

02/04/2026

🚨 ATTENTION HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS: 🚨

Wix now offers HIPAA compliance tools!

This means you can structurally protect patient information when collecting sensitive data on your site, including signing a Business Associate Agreement and activating PHI protection in your Wix dashboard.

If you’re ready to streamline your practice operations, you don’t have to stop at a basic contact form.

At Kinship Creative, we can build custom HIPAA-compliant forms for your practice - from:
🩺 New patient intake forms
📋 Office policy & consent forms (late fees, cancel/no-show policies, credit card authorizations)
📅 Annual updates & recurring care forms

All tailored to your workflow and brand experience, so you get secure, professional forms that actually work with your patient process and protect sensitive info.

Tired of compliance headaches slowing your practice down?
Let’s fix that! DM or comment to get started.

Priority scheduling for current & past Kinship clients.

02/01/2026

✨ NEW SHOPIFY WEBSITE LAUNCH ✨

When Danielle, founder and hands-on maker behind Honey Shine Calendula, came to Kinship Creative, her goal was clear:
✨ a homepage that matched her growth & values
✨ a website that captured more leads
✨ and a shopping experience that felt as intentional as her products

After being picked up by Erewhon, traffic was booming… but the homepage wasn’t doing the heavy lifting yet.

So before colors, fonts, or layouts, we started with strategy.
Who is her buyer?
Why choose Honey Shine over big-box skincare?
What makes someone go out of their way to purchase this product?

From there, we built a homepage that leads with clarity, not clutter.

💛 A three-slide hero section focused on:
1️⃣ Education around skin + ingredients
2️⃣ The mama-owned values and the hands behind the brand
3️⃣ Local Ventura & So Cal markets + in-person shopping

Then we layered in the details shoppers care about:
✔️ Ingredient transparency
✔️ Top sellers + collections
✔️ A cleaner Shopify backend
✔️ In-person stockist banner
✔️ Wholesale integration
✔️ A redesigned header + footer for easier shopping

All wrapped in natural textures of her product and design elements that honor a brand people already love, just reimagined.

It's been a joy working with Danielle and if you are looking for organic skincare that only contains ingredients you can pronounce, check out her store!

honeyshinecalendula.com

Ready to take your ecommerce site from “eh” to WOW?
Let’s build something that actually works 💥

01/15/2026

🧹 10-Minute Digital Clean-Up (New Year Edition) 🧹

New year, new clarity. Set a timer for 10 minutes and audit these areas of your business:

📱 Instagram
• Bio: clear, current, and keyword-friendly?
• Profile photo: does it still reflect your brand? If using your logo, is it CLEAR, centered, professional and easy to see?

📘 Facebook
• Profile + cover images updated?
• Correct category and contact info?

📍 Google Business Profile
• Hours, services, website link accurate?
• Still showing the right offerings?

📌 Online directories
• Yelp
• Nextdoor
• Apple Maps
(Consistency here impacts trust and SEO.)

💳 Automated business bills
• Any subscriptions you forgot about?
• Tools you no longer use?

🖥 Wix users — important tip!!
Anytime Wix runs a 50% off sale (once a month), you can stack that time onto your current plan to lock in your rate.
Do not pay full price. Seriously.

📓 Bonus reset
• Grab a new planner (I love my Happy Planner!)
• Stickers, pens, or tools that make planning feel good again
• Organize your desk & reset your workspace (snacks, plants, mug warmer, heated blanket- yes please!)

Small clean-ups now prevent big headaches later.

💬 Comment below: What’s one thing on this list you know you’ve been avoiding?

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