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

Stop buying expensive fertilizer — achieve a lush, green lawn with this cheap household staple
By Camilla Sharman Published
There's a cheap bathroom product that's also your shortcut to a lush, green lawn

Stop fighting the climate: Expert-approved tips on how to plant for hotter summers
By Camilla Sharman Published
I asked gardeners why their favorite plants are no longer fit for hotter summers.

Say goodbye to kitchen trash flies — the one kitchen staple that stops them in their tracks
By Camilla Sharman Published
Stop kitchen trash flies before they start with a culinary favorite they detest.

Go back to college with IKEA: 7 finds to get organized in style for under $25
By Camilla Sharman Published
7 clever IKEA hacks to organize your dorm for under $25.

Homeowners urged to mosquito-proof their yards this summer with one simple garden lighting trick
By Camilla Sharman Published
Stop mosquitoes from ruining your summer — use this one garden trick to reclaim your patio.

Why your tomatoes won’t turn red in the heat — and when you should pick them
By Camilla Sharman Published
Stop waiting for your tomatoes to turn red in a heatwave — here’s when you should pick them.

Gardeners are ditching lavender for this tougher, long-blooming shrub — and it doesn’t go woody
By Camilla Sharman Published
Struggling with lavender? Why this resilient alternative is a better choice.

I swapped my hot oven for an air fryer to bake summer treats — here’s why I'm not going back
By Camilla Sharman Published
Can an air fryer replace baking a cake in an oven? I tried it to find out, and was pleasantly surprised.

These are the 3 best bread machines we've tested to make delicious loaves at home
By Camilla Sharman Last updated
Enjoy homemade loaves with one of the best bread machines to do all the hard work for you.

Stop the guesswork: Cuisinart’s Clearview air fryer gives you dinner in plain sight
By Camilla Sharman Published
RecommendedStop opening your air fryer: Why Cuisinart’s Clearview glass basket is a game-changer.

Ninja just fixed the worst thing about microwaves — and it might replace your air fryer
By Camilla Sharman Published
Can Ninja solve the soggy microwave problem? A new Crispi appliance hits the market with that goal.

How to clean grout like a pro: Expert tips for tackling tough stains (and what to avoid)
By Camilla Sharman Published
Stop using white vinegar and bleach on your grout: Pro cleaners reveal their top secrets.

Watch out KitchenAid! Ooni’s launching its second stand mixer, and at $599 its price matches the Artisan Pro
By Camilla Sharman Published
Ooni’s new $599 spiral mixer is a dough-kneading beast and perfect for domestic kitchens.

The one bathroom cleaning mistake that could cost you a fortune in repairs
By Camilla Sharman Last updated
Skip the bleach: A gentler alternative to protect your bathroom seals from costly damage

How to protect your lawn from the next heatwave: 3 drought-proofing steps pros swear by
By Camilla Sharman Published
Save your lawn from the next heatwave: 3 steps to build long-term resilience.

The 3 best heat-loving plants you need in your garden right now
By Camilla Sharman Published
Save your garden from the summer heat: 3 low-water plants that will thrive.

Skunk in your backyard? Experts share the signs to look out for
By Camilla Sharman Published
The good, the bad and the stinky! How to tell if you’ve got skunks in your backyard.

I always do this one job every morning in July: It protects the birds and keeps them free of disease
By Camilla Sharman Published
Protect birds from disease in July: Wildlife experts reveal the one job you must do every day

Fridge struggling in the heat? Homeowners urged to make one change to stop food from spoiling
By Camilla Sharman Published
Households urged to change fridge settings during heatwave to avoid a meltdown.

Want to keep your garden alive in a heatwave? This clever landscaping trend could be the answer
By Camilla Sharman Last updated
Will xeriscaping save your yard in a heatwave? What you need to know.

Stop overloading your extension cords: Experts warn it’s a serious safety risk
By Camilla Sharman Published
Summer safety warning: Don’t make these common extension cord mistakes.

How to keep your lawn alive in a heatwave — 4 expert tips to help it survive
By Camilla Sharman Published
Don’t let your lawn die: The experts share their secrets.

3 essential tips to help your hydrangeas survive a heatwave
By Camilla Sharman Published
Is the heatwave killing your hydrangeas? 3 tips to help them survive
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