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Hello dearest friends and family ❤️So… I’ve built another little shop. Batlis House is now head quarters to Nomad and Ki...
22/09/2026

Hello dearest friends and family ❤️

So… I’ve built another little shop. Batlis House is now head quarters to Nomad and Kin!! 😄 And I would LOVE your thoughts if you have five minutes to have a look.

https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/NomadAndKinShop

I’ve just made my Etsy store live, and I’d really appreciate any feedback...what you think of the look, the designs, the products, anything that could be improved, or anything that doesn’t quite work. And if you could share it with anyone you think might like it, that would mean so much to me.

I’m particularly excited about the four new Equal Earth World Maps I’ve designed. I’ve become a bit obsessed with making maps that show countries and continents in a more accurate, proportional way, rather than the distorted maps we’re all so used to seeing. So i have posters and clothing designed with these on. I'm really excited.

I’m creating a whole collection of maps and posters for children... from beautiful baby and nursery prints, right through to more detailed vintage-style maps for older kids.

This is really just the beginning. 🌍

Having travelled a lot and worked in development, NGO work, human rights and art, I’d love to eventually collaborate with artists and creatives I’ve met around the world, bringing their art and knowledge in to the world.. The bigger idea is to create a platform that inspires children to be curious about the world and learn about the incredible places and people in it and to give back by profit sharing and micro business initiatives.

So… watch this space! 😂

I literally only just opened the Etsy shop and made it live, and I’m still working on my Shopify site, so there are definitely things I’m figuring out as I go.

My biggest favour: please have a little look and tell me what you think. ❤️

And if you’re able to, it would be AMAZING if you could put something in your basket and check whether the delivery/shipping options actually work for you. I’m still trying to work out whether I’ve set everything up correctly and whether I can ship everywhere I want to!

If you do happen to see something you like and want to order, I’ve kept my poster mark-up really low while I get started. You can also use LOVEKATE for 20% off.

I’m honestly just trying to make a little side hustle work while we’re living in Greece, and I’m SO excited to see where I can take this.

So please — any ideas, criticism, suggestions, encouragement, shares or feedback are hugely appreciated. Even just telling me what catches your eye would be incredibly helpful.

I know there’s a sh*tload going on in the world and posters and T-shirts aren’t exactly the most important thing right now 😂❤️ — but if you’re thinking about Christmas presents or something lovely for a child’s room, I’d be absolutely delighted if you considered supporting my little shop.

Thank you for listening to my ramblings and, as always, thank you for your support. It genuinely means the world.

Love you guys ❤️

Kate & Joie🌍✨

Hello my lovely Batlis family.I have been so quiet this year. It's been a difficult one snd many changes happening. Some...
08/09/2026

Hello my lovely Batlis family.
I have been so quiet this year. It's been a difficult one snd many changes happening. Some very exciting I wanted to share with you.
Batlis House is becoming the new headquarters of my new venture Nomad and Kin ♡

Launching 10th September 2026.

Nomad & Kin is an idea of mine bubbling away for years.. its bringing educational art in to the world through clothing and posters and jigsaws!
It's a natural progression from my own art, but I need to branch out and make an actual business.

This idea is to create products that encourage conversations about our planet and different cultures. To inspire curiosity and adventure. (And to make me some money lol.)

My first Global Collection is almost here and I am buzzing.

Please follow me on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/nomadandkin?stkn=MTI0bG5zdno4YTJwYw==

So what you'll find for my launch is my first round of global posters, showing some examples of significant historical and cultural symbols of places around the world. And that just look fantastic on any wall. : ) Plus i've been playing with new designs of the new equal earth world map ( where all continents are the correct size unlike the one we've been learning from for 450 years)...

ALSO, with my son Joie, we've designed some super cool clothing for kids!

It's the beginning of something bigger too. I'm already speaking with some amazing artists from around the world and will be presenting their art and stories about their homes. Learning about who we share this planet with through art.

The other huge part of Nomad and Kin is to give back. It will be a way for me to continue my 25 year career in NGO and human rights work, by using the platform to share current important issues and to fundraise.

Right now i'm launching for Christmas! So first things first. Building my followers. So please follow my instagram!.
And the shop will be open on Thursday 10th Sept. ♡♡♡♡

I will be offering discount codes to launch so watch this space. Seriously if you're reading this all, you are a friend, so if there's something you like please reach out directly and i can give you the best discount i can. And then you leave the best review you can. : )

Please again join instagram and like and share my posts. Comments are even better. It all helps to reach a wider market and this is the most helpful thing of all.

Thanks guys,

Much love!

Kate

Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/nomadandkin?stkn=MTI0bG5zdno4YTJwYw==

Come and stay with us at Batlis Art House, Skiathos , Troulos, Skiathos.We still have avaliability from 24th August thro...
10/08/2026

Come and stay with us at Batlis Art House, Skiathos , Troulos, Skiathos.
We still have avaliability from 24th August throughout September.

If you fancy a traditional home stay and to join us for the lovliest part of the season, you are welcome.

Whatsapp me Kate +306948780608
Or message on Batlis House

Love
Kate

03/08/2026

Kate cant access her facebook atm.
Please use her number +306948780608
On whatsapp or viber
Or
[email protected]

Last minute avaliability at Batlis House this week until the 31st July.Large studio sleeping 3 ( 4 at a squeeze for fami...
17/07/2026

Last minute avaliability at Batlis House this week until the 31st July.

Large studio sleeping 3 ( 4 at a squeeze for families that don't mind squeezing in together).

Great last minute rates.
Friendly dogs.
Brilliant hosts.

We are 2 mins walk from the bus stop, restaurants, shops, and 10 walk minutes to Troulos beach x

Please message me for more info Kate Swart

A different view of our beautiful Batlis House ♡♡♡
09/07/2026

A different view of our beautiful Batlis House
♡♡♡

Drinks evening at .house .  It was so nice to have a chill and a glass of w**e in our beautiful garden watching George S...
14/06/2026

Drinks evening at .house . It was so nice to have a chill and a glass of w**e in our beautiful garden watching George Smart play guitar and have a bit of a sing along.
What summer days are made for ♡♡♡

Dad used to host great evenings for our guests.. He'd make a lot more effort with snacks though lol. I did crisps... but I'm working on it : )

Life at Batlis House  is moving along beautifully, and I forgot to share some photos of our lovely space with you.These ...
09/06/2026

Life at Batlis House is moving along beautifully, and I forgot to share some photos of our lovely space with you.

These photos are mostly of our latest art pop up class, which was just lovely.

The season has started well, the days are getting warmer, and everything is looking wonderful here.

We wish you all a lovely June and hope you're enjoying the start of summer.

We still have some availability for the summer months, so if you'd like to visit, join an art pop up workshop, or know someone who might be interested, please do get in touch.

Sending warm wishes from Skiathos,
Kate

*Sorry i know the music is French and not Greek but this beautiful song has been blasting from Batlis today x

Happy 18th birthday to our beautiful Bea! 🎉✨This morning was filled with birthday croissants, flower wreaths, family hug...
31/05/2026

Happy 18th birthday to our beautiful Bea! 🎉✨
This morning was filled with birthday croissants, flower wreaths, family hugs, and plenty of laughter. A pretty perfect way to celebrate a very special girl. We're so lucky to have shared it with you at Batlis House

More photos of our glorious morning at Batlis House pop up art workshop with artist Kathryn Clarke.Phrases i heard inclu...
29/05/2026

More photos of our glorious morning at Batlis House pop up art workshop with artist Kathryn Clarke.

Phrases i heard included
"This is the most relaxed i've felt in years"
"This is perfect"
"Wow, I love it"
"It looks like a tadpole"
"I'm going to make a lampshade with mine"... watch this space.

Thank you to all the participants Jess, Bea, Bessie, George and Sue!

Next workshop announced soon x

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Troulos Bay
Skíathos
37002

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