Jessica Daniels
School
The Ohio State University
Expertise
The Home Depot, Comfortable Chairs, Built-in Bookcases
- Jessica used to doodle architectural designs for her dream house as a child.
- She believes in completely overhauling her kitchenware every few years.
- She can be wooed with charger plates.
Experience
Jessica lacks the skills of a great housekeeper, but aspires to one day learn to fake them. She has an eye for color and patterns and a good spacial imagination with which to fantasize about remodeling once she wins the lottery. She loves to shop for other people, but struggles to remember that more is not always better. She has always loved to write and has freelanced off and on since 2014. Currently, Jessica is working on a book of terrible poems.
Education
Jessica earned a BA in English from The Ohio State University, with a focus on creative writing, in 2001.
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Stories By Jessica Daniels
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If you're looking to elevate your ordinary candles, this Dollar Tree hack has you covered. Try incorporating these inexpensive vases to your candle display.
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The ficus is a popular houseplant for its versatility, affordability, and ease of care. However, there are reasons it's not the best plant to have indoors.
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There are many things to consider when designing a new kitchen, but before doing anything else, Mikel Welch says not to overlook this very important step.
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Creating a built-in library is made easy with the help of IKEA cabinets. Try using IKEA's BESTA units to create your own personalized home library.
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Have you spotted miniscule insects on your plants? Find out how to easily tell the difference between aphids and thrips, two very similar tiny garden pests.
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If you're looking for a Spanish-style atmosphere without leaving the comfort of home, here are the perfect plants you can add to your garden.
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A wooden bathmat is a great way to upgrade the overall look of your bathroom. And you can make your own by following this easy DIY. Here's what to know.
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Large potted plants create a stunning look, but they can be pricey. Luckily, with this TikTok hack, you can DIY your own custom, statement-making planters.
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When your outdoor cushions are exposed to the elements, odors can begin to accumulate. Here's how you can use salt to get everything smelling as good as new.
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If the chic, high-class look of an arched doorway is something you'd love for your home, here's how you can create one using only a few inexpensive items.
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If a healthy-looking yard with lush, green grass is what you're after, here's what you should avoid doing in the winter, according to a lawn care expert.
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The center piece in the middle of a double-door cabinet can make it difficult to fully utilize the storage space. Find out if that piece can be removed or not.
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If you're struggling to find enough space in your kitchen drawers, switching to diagonal organizers can give you the extra few inches you need. Here's how.
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Over time, your precious porcelain can sustain dozens of tiny little cracks and become stained as a result. A common household ingredient can help save it.
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Discover the specific flower HGTV star Jasmine Roth loves decorating with for the holidays and why she always uses faux blooms instead of real ones.
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Tired of picking out wax from your menorah every morning? There's an item in your kitchen that can help.
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There are many ways to hang a Christmas wreath on your front door. But, some methods are more effective than others. Here are our best tips!
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Do you worry about getting paint on the carpet when touching up baseboards? This hack will make sure you don't leave any unnecessary spots on the floor.
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Before holiday decorating, learning more about traditional Christmas decor is valuable. Check out December's birth flower and consider its decorative use.
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Though we love vintage finds, some -- like lead crystal glassware -- can be dangerous to handle. Check your crystal with these exclusive tips from our experts.
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We find all our best DIY hacks for Christmas decor on TikTok during the holiday season. Just in time, here's one of our favorites that uses only ribbon.
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Laminate has been the go-to material for sturdy yet inexpensive countertops. However, they do have a shelf life, so when should you replace them?
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Because a bird feeder can attract unwanted rodent visitors in addition to your feathered friends, here are some natural ways you can protect it.
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Whether Hanukkah is approaching or has just passed, it's important to keep your menorah cleaned of wax and dirt with these easy and helpful tips.
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Garland is an iconic Christmas decoration, but hanging it often requires drilling holes into your wall. Save your home's walls with this simple hack.
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If you have a collection of wrapping paper that always becomes unrolled and disorganized, try this easy storage hack that only requires toilet paper rolls.
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Garlands are a quintessential aspect of holiday decor, but hanging them outside can be challenging. Here's an easy hack for placing them exactly where you want.