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

People are using Vaseline on their fridge to beat the heatwave — here's why it makes more sense than you think
By Camilla Sharman published
How a beauty staple can improve the efficiency of your fridge in a heatwave and stop your food from spoiling.

I thought this budget induction cooktop was just for small spaces — until I found its killer hidden potential
By Camilla Sharman published
This induction cooktop is perfect for small spaces — but that's not my favorite thing

Experts warn against planting this type of tree in your yard — and I found out the hard way
By Camilla Sharman last updated
I had high hopes for this tree — but I won’t be planting it again.

How to water a thirsty lawn in a heatwave — lawn experts reveal all, but it’s not what you’d expect
By Camilla Sharman last updated
How to water your lawn in a heatwave the right way — experts share their top tips to save you getting it wrong.

My favorite solar string lights are 58% off right now — here's why they're a summer essential
By Camilla Sharman published
Grab my favorite solar string lights — and brighten up your backyard for under $20.

People are wrapping aluminum foil around their hummingbird feeders this summer — here's why
By Camilla Sharman published
How aluminum foil can protect your hummingbirds.

This garden tool is a real mean machine with weeds in my yard — and it’s under $35
By Camilla Sharman published
Weeds watch out. Based on my testing the Cobra Original Weeder is an excellent weeding tool that can also be used for digging, edging and planting.

Heading on vacation? Expert shares the 'often overlooked' routine that will keep pests away from your home
By Camilla Sharman published
Keep your home pest free while you’re on vacation — so you don’t return to any unwanted guests.

5 IKEA kitchen dorm room essentials that every student needs
By Camilla Sharman published
Get set up for dorm room leaving with these 5 IKEA kitchen essentials.

Best thermometers in 2025: tested and rated
By Camilla Sharman last updated
Looking for the best thermometers? We’ve tested a range of forehead, oral and in-ear designs to find the winners.

I've been keeping my orange peels to repel mosquitoes — here's how
By Camilla Sharman published
Don’t throw out your orange peel — it could just save you from mosquito bites.

Frigidaire recalls over 600,000 mini fridges due to fire and burn risk — what to do now
By Camilla Sharman published
There's an ongoing product recall of the Frigidaire mini fridge due to safety hazard.

This underrated plant has filled my yard with color all summer — and it's ideal for container gardening
By Camilla Sharman published
This is my favorite plant of the moment — and it fills my containers with pretty summer color.

I used to literally pull my hair out when cleaning my shower drain — but this 3-step routine has saved me from the worst bathroom cleaning job
By Camilla Sharman last updated
This household staple makes it easy.

Best solar lights in 2025
By Camilla Sharman last updated
Light up your backyard when the sun goes down with the best solar lights.

Weather experts at the Farmers’ Almanac predict a severe forecast for fall 2025 — protect your plants before it’s too late
By Camilla Sharman published
Stay in the know and protect your plants.

My busy bathroom is a nightmare to keep clean — but this expert hack takes seconds and leaves it spotless
By Camilla Sharman published
Cut your bathroom cleaning time in half with this genius hack.

How to avoid tick bites this summer — top tips from a pest expert on how to stay safe
By Camilla Sharman published
Top tips on how to prevent tick bites — with advice from a pest expert.

Hummingbirds will flock to your feeders if you make this one simple change to your nectar recipe — here's why
By Camilla Sharman last updated
Keep bees away from your hummingbird feeder by making one simple change.

How to remove yellow stains off a toilet seat — it’s easy when you know how
By Camilla Sharman published
To scared to lift the lid of your toilet seat? Here's how to remove gross yellow stains.

Best refrigerators in 2025
By Camilla Sharman last updated
The best refrigerators for every budget and every style, from French door designs to smart capabilities.

I love this no-fuss coffee maker that's perfect for student living — and it's currently just $33 at Amazon
By Camilla Sharman published
This compact coffee maker is a dorm room essential — and right now it's reduced at Amazon.

How I remove berry stains from my clothes — this routine never lets me down
By Camilla Sharman last updated
Here's what I do to remove summer fruit stains from clothing to extend their life.
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