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

I love gardening and hate waste — here's 5 ways I reuse dryer lint in my yard
By Camilla Sharman published
How to recycle dryer lint for a lush yard: From suppressing weeds to scaring pests

Gardening expert shares the easiest way to prepare your flower beds and banish weeds this spring
By Camilla Sharman published
Make life easier in your yard with this soil-preparation hack that helps prevent weeds.

How to remove scorch marks from enameled cast-iron to make your pans look brand new
By Camilla Sharman published
The secret to removing scorch marks on enamel cast iron — and it’s easier than you think

Is your KitchenAid on its last legs? I just discovered this quick hack that will extend its life
By Camilla Sharman published
This hack will keep your KitchenAid running smoothly and extend its life.

Don’t make the same mistake as me —there’s one item in your kitchen that needs replacing every week
By Camilla Sharman published
I’m embarrassed I waited this long to deep clean the filthiest item in my kitchen — it’s a breeding ground for germs

How to remove chocolate stains from fabrics — expert tips on cleaning up clothes, carpets and couches
By Camilla Sharman published
Chocolate stains can quickly ruin upholstery and carpets, so here are some valuable tips for cleaning up any mess.

Are induction cooktops actually a risk to pacemakers? We asked the experts to settle the debate
By Camilla Sharman published
The induction cooktop versus pacemaker debate: Experts reveal the truth

11 items you should never flush down a toilet
By Camilla Sharman published
Avoid calling out a plumber: Stop flushing these 11 items down your toilet

I’m planning a kitchen renovation — and my air fryer is taking center stage
By Camilla Sharman published
The changing shape of kitchen design — why one appliance is gaining the spotlight in my renovation.

Set the perfect table for Valentine’s Day with these 12 romantic essentials from IKEA
By Camilla Sharman published
Dine is style this Valentine’s Day with 12 affordable essentials from IKEA.

Should you drip your faucets 24/7 to prevent frozen pipes? An expert reveals what you need to know
By Camilla Sharman last updated
The simple answer to frozen pipes: Should you keep them dripping day and night?

5 heart-shaped houseplants to gift this Valentine’s Day
By Camilla Sharman last updated
Swap sending flowers this Valentine's Day with a longer-lasting gift: 5 houseplants to say 'I love you'.

The simple mistake with bathroom blinds that invites condensation and mold
By Camilla Sharman last updated
Open your bathroom blinds or risk worsening condensation, an expert warns. Here’s what to do to avoid mold and mildew.

Double your kitchen storage space with this magnetic Amazon find — and it’s only $25
By Camilla Sharman published
Think beyond your fridge: How this $26 storage solution extends your space on the outside

Skip the scrubbing: 3 hacks for cleaning a flower vase ahead of Valentine’s Day
By Camilla Sharman published
Get the sparkle back with these tips.

How to protect your lawn after heavy snow: Expert advice on how to rescue your grass before Spring
By Camilla Sharman published
Snow shock: How to rescue your lawn after heavy snow to get it back on track for the warmer months.

Ninja's new HyperHeat Pressure Cooker claims to work twice as fast — but it'll cost you
By Camilla Sharman published
Ninja’s new super-fast pressure cooker promises dinner in a flash, but it doesn't come cheap.

Does the viral slow cooker seed hack really work? Here's what the experts say
By Camilla Sharman published
The secret to faster seed germination. Does the viral slow-cooker method work?

Thawing frozen pipes? Avoid these 5 costly mistakes
By Camilla Sharman last updated
Don’t make a disaster worse: 5 things to avoid when thawing frozen pipes

I’ve used a gas stove for 25 years — here’s the real reason I’m finally switching to induction
By Camilla Sharman last updated
Induction cooking has a lot to offer, but there’s one element that wins me over.

Does closing vents in low-traffic rooms keep your house warmer? Experts warn against this winter heating mistake
By Camilla Sharman published
Should you close vents in unused rooms?

Aldi is selling a $10 serving tray that's perfect for your Super Bowl party
By Camilla Sharman published
Don't Super Bowl host without it: Aldi's $10 serving tray is a game-changer

Why doesn't every KitchenAid stand mixer come with this attachment? I bought one, and it made my life so much easier
By Camilla Sharman published
This KitchenAid gadget will change your baking — but it’s not included with every stand mixer.
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