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’m never buying pasta again: KitchenAid’s pasta maker is a game-changer
By Camilla Sharman published
I never knew making homemade spaghetti could be so easy until I tried KitchenAid’s pasta maker.

Best bread machines in 2026
By Camilla Sharman last updated
Enjoy homemade loaves with one of the best bread machines to do all the hard work for you.

Don’t put your rusty garden tools in the trash — this cheap pantry staple will bring them back to life
By Camilla Sharman published
Don’t put your rusty garden tools in the trash: This cheap pantry staple will bring them back to life.

Everyone says KitchenAid makes the best stand mixer — this is why they are right
By Camilla Sharman last updated
Get your bake on with our top three picks of the best stand mixers for overall performance, value and professional performance.

How to feed the birds without encouraging rats — try this genius hack
By Camilla Sharman published
This simple bird feeder hack keeps rodents away.

I swear by these 12 kitchen essentials that will help you bake like a pro
By Camilla Sharman published
Take the hard work out of baking with these 12 baking essentials I recommend.

I used Shark’s StainForce to banish red wine stains and grease marks, and it just crashed in price at Amazon
By Camilla Sharman published
Shark’s StainForce is up to any challenge and it just got 25% cheaper.

Best refrigerators in 2026
By Camilla Sharman last updated
The best refrigerators for every budget and every style, from French door designs to smart capabilities.

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.

Enjoy fresh bread from your own bakery — save 30% off Cuisinart’s bread maker right now
By Camilla Sharman published
Imagine the smell of freshly baked bread in your kitchen: Well, right now you can with 30% off Cuisinart’s bread maker for Presidents' Day

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

Shark's TurboBlade Cool + Heat offers year-round comfort — and right now it’s only $199
By Camilla Sharman last updated
Looking for year-round comfort? Save $200 on Shark’s TurboBlade Cool + Heat and keep warm this winter.

IKEA’s versatile dresser is perfect for bedrooms and living rooms — and right now you can save $100
By Camilla Sharman published
If you're looking for a spacious storage solution, IKEA’s dresser could solve your problems, and right now you can save 20%.

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.

KitchenAid’s Color of the Year is now out — and it’s a fresh feel for 2026
By Camilla Sharman published
A first look: KitchenAid’s Color of the Year 2026 plays on the lasting popularity of green and blues.

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?
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