Julie Sousa is a DIY, home decor, and party hosting creator with a gift for making beautiful, creative spaces on a budget. Her audience turns to her for affordable, inventive ideas that prove you don't need to spend a lot to make something feel special brought to life through the lens of a mother and immigrant whose story and resourcefulness make everything she creates feel deeply personal and hard-won.
Julie brings a bold, imaginative voice to everything she creates from stunning party setups and home transformations to the kind of creative hacks that stop you mid-scroll. Her recognition on the 2025 Forbes Top 50 Home Improvement Creators list speaks to the impact she has built, and her partnerships with brands like Bath & Body Works, LEGO, and the Kentucky Derby reflect a versatility that few creators can match.
Julie is especially well-positioned for partnerships across virtually any category — her unique concepts, broad creative range, and deeply engaged community give brands a canvas that goes far beyond a typical home or DIY partnership, making her one of the most exciting and adaptable collaborators in the space.
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