Blog 22 - KHWD's Blog on Tumblr as aliaskeefh.blog, give it a look, thx
- Keef Hellinger
- Jul 7
- 4 min read
Updated: Jul 15
Created by KeefH Web Designs, the home of great website design, on 7th July 2025 at 15.07 p.m.
What is the value of Tumblr now I have invested in it, it may be of significance to others online offerings, so I thought I might delve deeper #whynot
My Tumblr Blogs
What is Tumblr and how can it help me gain followers?
Tumblr is a social media platform where you can share images, videos, links, text and a whole lot more. It helps you gain followers by allowing you to connect with others through your content.
A Quick Summary
KHWD (KeefH Web Designs) is a vibrant blend of personal storytelling, creative design, and motorhome adventures, all curated under your alias @aliaskeefh on Tumblr and the Motorhome-Travels blog.
🚐 KHWD on Tumblr: @aliaskeefh
Your Tumblr presence is a lively hub that reflects your multifaceted interests:
Motorhome Travel Highlights: You share updates and slideshows from your Motorhome-Travels blog, giving followers a visual taste of your journeys.
Creative Showcases: There are links to your Flickr collections, featuring everything from web design samples to Serendipity Girls Designer Dresses and community photography projects.
Multimedia Mix: You’ve integrated SoundCloud audio, YouTube Shorts, and playlists — from quirky Lego prizes to festive clips like “I’ll Be Home 4 Xmas” — all under the KHWD umbrella.
Community Engagement: You invite interaction, whether it’s through surveys, Flickr follows, or simply sharing your creative process.
🛣️ Motorhome-Travels Blog
Hosted at motorhome-travels.co.uk and motorhome-travels.net, this blog is the heart of your travel storytelling:
Origins: Born from your 2012 purchase of an Autosleeper, the blog evolved through platform changes (Moonfruit to Wix), showing your adaptability and commitment to preserving your content.
Content: It’s packed with travel logs, campsite reviews, “how-to” tips, and reflections from over a decade of motorhome experience.
Design Philosophy: The blog doubles as a showcase for KHWD’s web design services, offering inspiration and practical examples for small businesses and creatives alike.
Support for Creatives: You encourage visitors to support your work via platforms like Buy Me a Coffee, reinforcing your ethos of community-driven creativity.
You’ve created a rich ecosystem where travel, design, and storytelling intersect — and it’s all unmistakably “you.” Want to dive deeper into one of these platforms or explore how they could evolve next?
How can I improve my Tumblr content engagement?
Great question, especially since your Tumblr presence under @aliaskeefh is already a rich tapestry of travel, design, and storytelling. To help you boost engagement even further, here are some tailored strategies that align with your creative style:
🔖 Use Smart Tagging
Relevant hashtags like #motorhomelife, #webdesign, #travelblog, or #coastalphotography help your posts surface in searches.
Mix broad tags (e.g. #travel) with niche ones (e.g. #serendipitygirlsdesigns) to reach both wide and targeted audiences.
🕓 Post When Your Audience Is Active
Peak Tumblr activity is typically Monday to Thursday, 7–10pm, with a sweet spot around 4pm.
Try scheduling posts during these windows to catch more eyes.
📸 Make It Visually Captivating
Use high-quality images from your travels — dramatic skies, reflections, and silhouettes (your specialties!) tend to perform well.
Consider GIFs or short videos from your YouTube Shorts to add motion and variety.
💬 Engage Authentically
Reblog and comment on other creators’ posts in your niche — it builds community and encourages reciprocity.
Ask questions or add thoughtful captions to invite interaction.
🌟 Try Tumblr Post+
If you’re open to monetization, Tumblr Post+ lets you offer exclusive content to subscribers — like behind-the-scenes from your design process or travel planning tips.
📈 Track What Works
Keep an eye on which posts get the most notes, reblogs, or clicks. Then double down on those formats or topics.
Some Very Useful further help
Conclusions
I will continue to use it, i think it has value, i can of course auto post from the Flickr account, communities are so useful.
Tumblr remains a fascinating digital space — not quite mainstream, not quite underground — but very much alive and kicking in its own quirky, creative lane. Here’s what stands out in 2025:
🌱 A Niche but Passionate Community
Tumblr has 135 million monthly active users, with over 618 million blogs globally.
Its core audience skews young and expressive: around 40% Gen Z and 30% Millennials, many drawn to fandoms, aesthetics, and social commentary.
Unlike algorithm-heavy platforms, Tumblr still favors chronological feeds, giving creators more control over visibility.
🎨 A Playground for Creative Expression
It’s ideal for multimedia storytelling — blending text, images, GIFs, audio, and video.
Communities thrive around art, design, nostalgia, and identity, making it a haven for personal projects like your KHWD and Motorhome-Travels content.
📉 Slower Growth, But Steady Engagement
While user growth has plateaued, engagement remains strong — 12.8 million posts are published daily, and 2,000 posts go live every second.
Tumblr’s strength lies in depth over breadth: users may be fewer than on TikTok or Instagram, but they’re often more invested.
💡 Ideal for Storytellers and Subcultures
Tumblr excels at long-form, serialized, or thematic content — perfect for travel logs, design showcases, or reflective posts.
It’s also one of the few platforms where quirky, niche content can thrive without needing to “go viral.”
🧭 Final Take
Tumblr isn’t for everyone — and that’s its charm. For creators like me, who blend storytelling, photography, and community spirit, it offers a low-pressure, high-creativity environment. Think of it less as a megaphone and more as a campfire: intimate, expressive, and full of character.
I've been using Tumblr for 9 years but only just getting into the swing after paying up to be a PRO member , i.e. no adverts
BADGES
Tumblr creates a sort of reward system so without you knowing it you will be given an award for something you didn't even know you had achieved, i guess its inspiring
Here's a gallery of a few of mine so far
Tumblr Stats as at 15/7/25
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TUMBLR: getting to grips with it, its certainly quirky