Camilla is the Homes Staff Writer and covers everything to do with homes and gardens. She has a wealth of editorial experience, mounting over 30 years, and covers news and features, tests products for reviews and compiles buying guides.
Her work has appeared in business and consumer titles, including Ideal Home, Real Homes, House Beautiful, Homebuilding & Renovation, and Kitchen & Bathroom Business. She’s even appeared on the cover of Your Home, writing about her own house renovation.
Although she’s obsessed with decorating her home, she also enjoys baking and trying out the latest kitchen appliances. But when she’s not inside, you’ll find her pottering about in her yard, tending to her vegetable patch or taking in her prized hydrangeas. She also enjoys keeping fit, and if she's not on a spin bike trying to keep up with the class, she'll be in the pool, or trying to perfect her headstand in a yoga class.
Latest articles by Camilla Sharman

5 reasons why you’re loading your refrigerator all wrong — and expert tips on how to do it right
By Camilla Sharman published
5 mistakes to avoid when loading your refrigerator, according to an appliance expert.

The secret to a spider-free home is hiding right in your pantry
By Camilla Sharman last updated
Banish spiders from your home with this fragrant hack — it’s a cheap ingredient you’ll find in your store cupboard

There’s one reason that’s stopping me from buying an induction cooktop — and it’s not the price or the pans
By Camilla Sharman published
There’s One Thing That Puts Me off Buying an Induction Cooktop — and It’s Not What You Think.

Is Your Sofa Pet-Proof? Experts Say to Avoid These Fabrics for a Pet-Friendly Home
By Camilla Sharman published
What’s the best kind of sofa for a pet-friendly home? Here’s what experts recommend and what they don’t.

Le Creuset Just Dropped a New Modern Heritage Collection To Celebrate Its 100th Anniversary — and You Can Buy It Right Now
By Camilla Sharman published
Le Creuset celebrates a centenary of iconic design with the launch its latest collection — and it has a modern twist.

How Much Laundry Can You Fit Into a Full Load and Still Get Your Items Clean?
By Camilla Sharman published
Don’t make this common washing machine mistake — avoid overfilling your washing machine drum.

The Hidden Dangers Hiding in Your Towels, and Why You Should Wash Them More Than You Think
By Camilla Sharman published
How often should you clean your towels? You're probably not washing them enough.

How to tell if your vegetables are ready to harvest — garden pros share the top signs
By Camilla Sharman published
Garden experts reveal the secret to harvesting vegetables at the optimum time for a flavorsome harvest.

I tested GoveeLife’s 4-probe smart meat thermometer — and it's an affordable way to perfectly cook multiple meats at once
By Camilla Sharman published
GoveeLife Meat Thermometer review: four is better than one.

Induction experts share 6 cooking tips to unlock your induction cooking potential
By Camilla Sharman last updated
Perfect how you cook with induction — culinary pros share their top tips for success.

7 thorny plants that make the perfect DIY home security system without breaking the bank
By Camilla Sharman last updated
Keep your home secure and get planting: 7 spiky plants to defend your home.

Hummingbirds love this one plant — and I think you’ll fall in love with it too
By Camilla Sharman published
Attract hummingbirds to your yard with a cup and saucer — but it’s not what you think.

10 spaces, 10 minutes, 100 items — I just discovered this decluttering method that brings clarity to my cleaning routine
By Camilla Sharman last updated
Declutter fast using the 10-10 decluttering method — and achieve a tidy home without the stress.

Ninja just launched its first ever firepit — meet the Ninja Fireside360
By Camilla Sharman published
Ninja enters the outdoor heating market with its first fire pit, and it looks like a hot contender.

Samsung's latest robot vacuum can clean and monitor your home at the same time
By Camilla Sharman published
Samsung’s cleaning tech just got smarter: The Bespoke AI Jet Bot Steam offers intelligent cleaning and home security in one.

I asked 6 culinary pros if it's worth switching to an induction cooktop — here's the verdict
By Camilla Sharman published
Culinary experts share their favorite feature about induction cooking — will it persuade you to make the swap?

Don't grow these 5 plants next to your home — they can cause serious damage
By Camilla Sharman last updated
Keep your home safe — avoid growing these 5 plants near your home.

Should you tilt your blinds up or down to keep your room cooler? We reveal all
By Camilla Sharman published
The surprising secret to beating the heat: How you tilt your blinds can keep you cool.

Mold could be hiding in your AC — an expert shares how to protect your health
By Camilla Sharman published
Mold and moss could be hiding in your AC — an expert shares how to fix the hazard

Experts recommend this dryer sheet hack to keep your walls looking pristine — here's how it works
By Camilla Sharman published
A cheap and low-effort way of keeping that fresh paint looking brand new.

Save $200 on your electric bill every year by making this small change — you'll be surprised
By Camilla Sharman last updated
Energy experts share how understanding 'phantom load' can help you cut your energy use and save on your bill.

You’re handling wasps wrong — here’s what pest experts advise if you find a wasp indoors
By Camilla Sharman published
Avoid making this one common mistake if you find a wasp in your home — here’s what pest experts advise instead.

Is your AC struggling? Expert shares the simple steps that will keep your house cool, and lower energy costs
By Camilla Sharman published
Keep your house cool without spending a fortune: AC experts share the simple routine that reduces strain in the summer.
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