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In this relaxed, yet soul-stirring conversation, designer and artist Kelly Lynch opens a window into her world—a place where instinct, beauty, and connection weave together to create a life rich with meaning. Kelly shares how trusting her inner compass has carried her across continents, from Europe to New York, and into projects that marry curiosity with courage.

With two newly released non-fiction books, Kelly reveals her creative process as one rooted in play—not as a luxury, but as a way of life. She speaks of her love for handmade objects, the weight and texture of paper, and the timeless ritual of books, reminding us that beauty isn’t ornamental—it’s essential nourishment for the soul.

At the heart of our exchange is connection: to family, to friends, to community, and most importantly, to oneself. Kelly’s wisdom is simple yet luminous—play, connect, stay curious. These are not just creative tools, but life practices that reignite excitement and joy, even in challenging times.

🌿 Key Takeaways

• Trust Your Instinct + Embrace Play: Life doesn’t have to be scripted. Follow your intuition, experiment, and let playfulness guide you.
• Connection is Everything: Real relationships—with people, with beauty, with your own truth—are the heartbeat of a meaningful life.
• Find Beauty in the Handmade: Whether it’s a tactile book, an object crafted with care, or your own creative work, beauty grounds us and lifts us simultaneously.
• Stay Curious + Step Outside the Familiar: New perspectives and new experiences are where life begins again.
• Use Technology Mindfully: The more we untangle ourselves from screens, the more space we make for genuine connection.

📚 Resources Mentioned

• Kelly’s New Books: The Vintage Postcard Collage Kit & A History of Art Sticker Book (featuring works from renowned museums). 
• Tosha Silver’s Books – gentle guides for truth-telling and lightening the mental load.
• Rijksmuseum Digital Archive – a treasure trove of public domain art Kelly draws inspiration from

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