Jul 23, 2025
Margo is joined by photographer, slow stylist, and
storyteller Katie Howie. Based in Saint Paul, Minnesota, Katie
brings a thoughtful, refined eye to everything she touches—whether
she’s capturing a family in motion, styling a cozy and intentional
home, or consulting with small businesses on creative strategy.
Katie shares her journey from studying psychology and women’s
studies, to a decade in retail marketing, and ultimately to finding
her creative footing as a visual storyteller. Margo and Katie
explore the power of slow living and how Katie’s “slow styling”
philosophy helps people reconnect with what truly matters in their
homes and their lives.
Margo and Katie discuss:
Katie's transition from psychology studies and retail marketing to creative entrepreneurship
The origins and meaning of "slow styling" and bringing personalized, accessible touches to home design
The power of storytelling in both portrait photography and interior styling
Building authentic creative businesses through community engagement rather than paid advertising
The importance of staying true to your unique style over following trends
How family legacy, history, and personal objects inspire and shape creative work
Katie's community photo projects, including her "By a Thread" series profiling downtown Saint Paul residents
Working with families and real people to capture genuine moments rather than posed perfection
The therapeutic value of using and repurposing family heirlooms in daily life
Practical advice for creatives on
finding their voice, sharing their work, and creating from
authenticity
Connect with Katie:
http://katiehowie.com/
https://www.instagram.com/_katiehowie
https://www.instagram.com/by_a.thread_saintpaul
Connect with Margo:
www.windowsillchats.com
www.instagram.com/windowsillchats
www.patreon.com/inthewindowsill
https://www.yourtantaustudio.com/thefoundry