
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. 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

5 vegetable crops to grow in May for a homegrown harvest
By Camilla Sharman published
Enjoy the fruits of your labor with these 5 vegetables you can grow in May.

5 colorful flowers to plant in May for a beautiful summer garden
By Camilla Sharman published
Garden experts share their top 5 flowers to plant in May for beautiful color.

Smeg just dropped a new soda maker — and there’s only one hitch
By Camilla Sharman published
Thanks to Smeg’s new soda maker my summertime drinks are going to be full of retro-popping fizz.

I love al fresco eating and Yeti's new bowl looks perfect for office lunches or weekend picnics
By Camilla Sharman published
Set for the office or an outdoor adventure — Yeti’s new bowl is perfect for my homemade takeaways.

I found the perfect AeroPress accessory for cold brew — but you'll need to be patient
By Camilla Sharman published
I added this $36 accessory to my AeroPress — and now I can finally use it to make cold brew coffee.

Best dishwashers in 2025
By Camilla Sharman last updated
The best dishwashers for every family size and budget, with premium designs, compact models and even smartphone control.

I use my bread machine every day — here are my top 7 tips if you're buying one for the first time
By Camilla Sharman published
7 things you should look for before buying a bread machine.

I ditched my air fryer for a dual zone, but there’s one feature I’m missing
By Camilla Sharman published
I made one mistake when I ditched my air fryer for a dual zone. You can avoid making the same error.

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?
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