
Camilla Sharman
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.
Latest articles by Camilla Sharman

Bissell just launched its latest cordless stick vacuum — and it's perfectly timed for pet-shedding season
By Camilla Sharman published
Bissell just dropped two new cordless stick vacuums that are perfect for capturing pet hair.

Kitchen scales don’t get much sleeker than Zwilling’s digital scale
By Camilla Sharman published
Zwilling's kitchen scale is ultra sleek and compact and worthy of a place in any kitchen.

I’m a gardening expert and here’s how I keep my gloves in top condition
By Camilla Sharman published
How I take care of my yard gloves to make them last longer.

How to choose the right gardening gloves for each task — and keep your hands protected
By Camilla Sharman published
Protect your hands when you step into the yard with the right gloves for each job.

How to choose the right shears for the job — advice from garden experts
By Camilla Sharman published
Expert advice on which type of pruning shears to choose.

German knife-maker Zwilling just dropped these stunning new cordless kitchen appliances — with a unique battery system
By Camilla Sharman published
Zwilling goes sleek in the kitchen with its new range of cordless appliances — all powered by a single battery.

Should you get a dual-basket air fryer? Here's the pros and cons
By Camilla Sharman published
Should you buy a dual-basket air fryer? 5 things to consider before you decide.

I just tested OXO’s latest kitchen scale and it's got one feature that's a total game changer
By Camilla Sharman published
There’s lots to love about OXO’s kitchen scale — and this one feature makes it worth buying.

Extend the life of your pruning shears — here’s how to keep them clean and sharp
By Camilla Sharman published
How to care for pruning shears to get the perfect, healthy cut.

I love to garden, and these are the 7 tools I use all the time
By Camilla Sharman last updated
I swear by these 7 gardening tools that every amateur gardener should own.

5 tips to achieve a clutter-free yard — with advice from a garden expert
By Camilla Sharman published
How to declutter your yard to create an inviting outside space to enjoy throughout spring and summer.

The positive benefits of gardening — how getting outside can improve your wellbeing
By Camilla Sharman published
Why gardening is just what the doctor ordered: How getting outside can benefit our mental health.

Anvil vs bypass pruning shears — which is right for you?
By Camilla Sharman published
Should you buy anvil or bypass pruning shears? We asked an expert.

I tested KitchenAid’s Dual Platform Kitchen Scale, and I won’t be giving it back
By Camilla Sharman published
The Kitchen Aid Dual Platform Digital Scale serves up a double measure of precision.

Does adding aluminum foil to your dishwasher improve cleaning? Here's what the experts say
By Camilla Sharman published
Does putting aluminum foil in a dishwasher really help to add extra sparkle?

AeroPress just dropped a new Clear coffee maker — and it’s gone super-sized
By Camilla Sharman published
AeroPress fans rejoice: Your coffee’s just sized-up with the launch of the Clear XL

Turn down the heat in your bedroom — expert reveals the perfect temperature to fall asleep
By Camilla Sharman published
Sponsored by Nectar
Temperature plays a big part in how well we sleep. Here's the best temperature for falling asleep and staying asleep.

Banish wasps from your home using this one non-toxic household item that pests hate
By Camilla Sharman published
How to get rid of wasps with one surprising kitchen waste item

Here's what's causing the dust in your bedroom, and expert advice on how to banish it for good
By Camilla Sharman published
Bust the dust

The secret to a lush green lawn is this $3 bathroom item — and you might already own it
By Camilla Sharman published
How to achieve a super green lawn with one surprising ingredient — and it cheaper than you think.

Le Creuset takes you back to the future with its limited edition colorway — and I’m reminiscing
By Camilla Sharman last updated
Le Creuset celebrates its 100th anniversary with a sparkling limited edition color that's a step back in time and a hint of the future.

Forget coolers, I'm taking this fast-cooling portable fridge on my next camping trip — here's why
By Camilla Sharman published
A cooler that’s actually a fridge: The BougeRV CRX2 a must-have for any camping trip.

I asked 5 tech journalists how they beat cable clutter — here are their tips
By Camilla Sharman published
Keep your home clutter-free of cables with top ideas from the Tom's Guide team.
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