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Curated by award-winning interior designer Holly Becker, this journal is a visual diary designed to inspire those who long to connect more deeply with their spaces, infuse emotion into their decorating, and find joy in the art of styling. Though these articles, Holly celebrates the beauty of home, creativity, and meaningful design as she shares soulful glimpses into her world and those whom she admires. Whether it’s a lovely home tour, a thoughtfully styled vignette, or a handmade treasure discovered on her travels, come along as she explores the magic of design that tells a story... Layered, lived-in, and full of love.

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Comfort-Centric Spaces: Scandinavian Coziness and Calm

As we journey further into 2025, it’s clear that Scandinavian design is still in focus. However, it does continues to evolve, gently shifting from its traditionally pared-back aesthetic to something softer, warmer, and more emotionally supportive.

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Are You Codependent on Your Business?

I’ll be honest: running a small business is personal. It’s not just about products, posts, or profits. It’s about putting yourself out there, sharing your voice, and letting the world see you. And that can be terrifying, especially when your self-worth gets tangled up in your business’s performance.

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Dealing with Content Creator Burnout

The pressure to constantly produce, innovate, and engage with mostly strangers every single day (and hour of the day) can leave creators feeling all sorts of things - and many of them negative. And that’s what I want to address in this post.

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I'm Holly Becker - a bestselling author, designer, photographer, and the creative force behind decor8 with over 18 years of design and business experience shaping captivating spaces, brands, and mentoring thousands through my online courses and coaching. Welcome to decor8.

 

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