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

Is the heatwave turning your grass brown? An expert recommends watering your lawn the ‘Wimbledon way’
By Camilla Sharman Published
The ‘Wimbledon’ groundskeeper trick that keeps lawns lush in a heatwave.

Beat the heatwave with chalk: What the French use to keep their homes cool
By Camilla Sharman Last updated
Forget aluminum foil: Try painting your windows with this French powder that reflects the heat.

Why your birdfeeder becomes a ‘disease spot’ in a heatwave — and how to fix it
By Camilla Sharman Published
Don’t make this birdfeeder mistake in a heatwave: How one step will protect your yard's favorite visitors

Damaged caulking invites a summer mold surge during heatwaves (here's what to do about it)
By Camilla Sharman Published
How heatwaves and damaged sealant create a mold explosion.

Homeowners urged to stop making these 3 mistakes when getting rid of ants (they’ll just keep coming back)
By Camilla Sharman Published
Pest control expert reveals the biggest ant-killing mistake you’re making — and what to do instead.

Why are the flowers on my peace lily turning brown? I asked an expert what I should do
By Camilla Sharman Published
Peace lily flowers turning brown? Don’t panic — an expert shares why

5 ways to use baking soda in your yard — and an extra tip on how to sweeten tomatoes
By Camilla Sharman Published
Why you should keep a box of baking soda in your shed: 5 gardening hacks to try.

Gardeners urged not to make this mistake with their grass clippings: Here’s why you shouldn’t throw them away
By Camilla Sharman Published
Don’t ditch your grass clippings — they are golden fodder for your lawn.

5 appliances you need to unplug right now to cool down your home in a heatwave
By Camilla Sharman Published
The secret sources making your home hotter during a heatwave (and what to do about it).

I've been using this surprising bathroom item to keep slugs and snails out of my garden — and it’s not coffee grounds
By Camilla Sharman Published
Stop using coffee grounds and beer: Why this bathroom staple is a better slug and snail deterrent.

Keep your home cool for less: The ultimate guide to summer AC settings
By Camilla Sharman Last updated
Stay cool this summer without breaking the bank: HVAC experts share how to set your thermostat.

Why your tomatoes look ‘cat-faced’ — and how to grow smoother fruit
By Camilla Sharman Published
Can your tomatoes get 'cat-faced'? According to garden experts, it is a real thing.

I finally stopped birds from pooping on my patio — 7 hacks that I swear by
By Camilla Sharman Last updated
Bird poop on your patio? There’s no need to banish birds completely from your yard, discover 7 ways to keep them at bay.

Grow more for less: What to plant in a budget-friendly garden
By Camilla Sharman Published
Enjoy your garden for less: The best plants that give you back more than they cost.

How to choose the best rose for your garden — it’s not just about the scent
By Camilla Sharman Published
Are you choosing the wrong rose for your garden? An expert shares what you need to know.

Stop wasting money on tomato feed — here’s how I made my own free fertilizer
By Camilla Sharman Published
How to save money and brew your own tomato feed for free.

I’ve never given a product a 5-star rating — here’s why KitchenAid’s new stand mixer won me over
By Camilla Sharman Published
I thought KitchenAid couldn’t improve the Artisan stand mixer — I was wrong.

The laundry secret for spa-like, fluffy towels — and all it takes is one cheap household staple
By Camilla Sharman Published
Fed up with stiff, scratchy towels? This one household staple will bring them back to life.

Kill invasive ivy naturally with this one household staple
By Camilla Sharman Published
The one simple household ingredient that will get rid of invasive ivy.

Stop making this tomato-growing mistake: It could stunt growth and encourage disease
By Camilla Sharman Published
Want bigger, healthier tomatoes? Then stop making this mistake with your plants.

I got to test KitchenAid’s Artisan Plus stand mixer — and its latest launch is even better than I thought
By Camilla Sharman Published
Editor's ChoiceI thought KitchenAid couldn’t make a better stand mixer until I tried the Artisan Plus.

Why does mold keep coming back? It turns out it’s not just about how well I clean
By Camilla Sharman Published
I've tried everything to banish mold, but it keeps coming back: Experts reveal what I’ve been doing wrong.

Why are wasps taking over garages? The 100% natural way to banish them and keep them out
By Camilla Sharman Published
Is your garage a wasp magnet? Here’s how to keep these little stingers out.
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