Latest articles by Camilla Sharman
People are wrapping aluminum foil around their hummingbird feeders this summer — here's why
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
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
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
Get set up for dorm room leaving with these 5 IKEA kitchen essentials.
I've been keeping my orange peels to repel mosquitoes — here's how
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
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
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
This household staple makes it easy.
Weather experts at the Farmers’ Almanac predict a severe forecast for fall 2025 — protect your plants before it’s too late
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
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
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
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
To scared to lift the lid of your toilet seat? Here's how to remove gross yellow stains.
Best refrigerators in 2025
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
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
Here's what I do to remove summer fruit stains from clothing to extend their life.
This homemade 'cool collar' is the ultimate heatwave hack, and it won't cost you a dime
Run out of ways to stay cool in a heatwave? This ‘cool collar’ could save the day, and it won’t cost you a dime.
I never have to deal with limescale in my shower, and it's thanks to this one daily task that takes seconds
I never have to deal with limescale on my shower — thanks to this one hack I do on repeat.
I spent 3 weeks testing this wet and dry floor cleaner, and I'm finally ready to ditch my mop — here’s why
Eureka’s RapidWash NEW730BK Floor Cleaner is a keeper — here’s my verdict.
Expert reveals the best temperature to set your AC during a heatwave — and it might surprise you
Don’t ramp up your air conditioning in a heatwave — experts say keep it at this ideal temperature instead.
I swear by this one garden plant that loves the heat, and I plant it year after year
It brings a magnificent pop of color to my yard, too.
I just discovered this centuries-old technique that uses fish heads in the garden, and I can't wait to try it
Don't throw away the remains of your fish supper — fertilize your garden instead
How to create the best DIY iced coffee and save on coffee house prices
I’m saving dollars on coffee house prices — here's how I get a chilled caffeine fix at home.
