The heart behind Hollowtree & Hydrangea
Creating beauty in the everyday
Hollowtree & Hydrangea is a warm corner of the world for cottage decorating, approachable projects, garden inspiration, and thoughtful ideas for a gracious home.
Home should feel beautiful, welcoming, and unmistakably yours.
Hello, I’m Kathy
I’m so glad you found your way here.
I created Hollowtree & Hydrangea as a place to gather the ideas, projects, and inspiration that make everyday life feel more considered and personal. Here, beauty is not about perfection—it is found in meaningful details, creative work, seasonal rhythms, and the welcome we offer others.
My hope is that you leave with an idea you can use, a little encouragement to begin, and fresh inspiration for making your own home feel deeply yours.
What guides this home
Beauty in the everyday
Noticing the small details that make ordinary moments and familiar spaces feel special.
Making with meaning
Choosing thoughtful, approachable projects that add character and tell a story.
A warm welcome
Creating rooms, gardens, and gatherings that help people feel comfortable and cared for.