Sarah Coggan
School
Florida Atlantic University
Expertise
Maximalist Interior Design, DIY Home Decor, Gardening For Small Spaces
- Sarah still remembers the first time she was allowed to redesign her childhood bedroom. The walls were hot pink and, later, a cool minty green.
- Today, she is designing a bedroom inspired by the Miami art deco of the Golden Girls.
- When she isn't writing about eye-catching accent walls or beautiful perennials, Sarah creates quick and easy-to-follow recipes for people who may be experiencing executive dysfunction.
Experience
Sarah has been writing professionally for six years. She began her writing career by creating marketing and website content for small businesses in her community. Since then, she has written for several home design publications, including Angi and HomeAdvisor, as well as multiple home decor companies. Sarah is passionate about home design and wants everyone to have a space that resonates with them, regardless of size or budget.
House Digest uses a knowledgeable team of editors, writers, and experts to create all our content. We dive deep into the always-evolving conversations surrounding design and home trends, striving to deliver the most current and helpful tips, strengthened by expert takes and tutorials from our talented team.
As we cover many fields of expertise, we make it a priority to ensure every beat remains fresh and comprehensive. Additional information on our editorial process available here.
Stories By Sarah Coggan
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Wondering what to paint your red brick house? We've got a whole bunch of suggestions for what might complement your classic exterior design.
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Do you have an extra 1x2 wooden board or just want some easy woodworking projects to try? Discover 11 things you can make with this simple piece of wood.
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When you think about it, there are about a million uses for trash cans that don't have anything to do with garbage. Here, we've compiled just a few.
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You may not have considered it before, but you actually can grow a houseplant from seed. Here are some of our favorite houseplants to grow using this method.
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Jasmine Roth, our home renovation guru from HGTV's "Help! I Wrecked My House," unveiled a kitchen countertop design that's sure to become a trend in 2024.
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Most homeowners are keen to discover new products that make life easier. We find out if these TikTok-approved toilet seat handles are really worth buying.
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Do you save your old glass jars from candles or food items? Discover 20 creative ways to repurpose these pieces around the home to save you money.
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If you're regularly tossing or recycling glass bottles from wine, beer, or liquor, find out how to repurpose them in your home or garden to reduce waste.
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Hyacinths are known for their bright, colorful blooms and are relatively easy to grow. These are the biggest downsides to growing hyacinths indoors.
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Do you find it difficult to keep your home tidy and orderly? Discover some easy cleaning and organization hacks that involve an unexpected item: a pool noodle.
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Empty food cans can be used around the home for organization, decorating, gardening, and more. Discover some clever ways to repurpose these durable items.
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Most people want to avoid having insects inside their homes. Check out these common house spiders that might be mistaken for the big bad brown recluse.
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Do you want to expand your indoor or outdoor herb garden so you can add more flavor to dishes? Discover 26 herbs that can easily be propagated from cuttings.
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Is your linen closet a disaster? Check out this simple TikTok trick involving cardboard that will revolutionize the way you store your bedsheets for free.
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Is your home filled with a gross odor that you can't seem to get rid of? Learn 10 effective ways to neutralize the scent and replace it with a fresh fragrance.
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When you get new bedsheets, you may be tempted to toss the old ones in the trash. But, there are ways to repurpose your bed linens and give them new life.
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If you have empty laundry detergent bottles lying around, don't let them go to a landfill. Instead, check out all of the best ways you can repurpose them.
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HGTV's Jenn Todryk has many great tips, and as the rule goes, the simplest ones are best. Use this budget-friendly trick to cozy up for Christmas.
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Jute twine is a durable rope made of natural fiber, and you can repurpose it in a number of ways to create new décor and upgrade items around your house.
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Winter can spell disaster for thyme. Thankfully, there are some simple steps you can take to safeguard the herb from the elements as the weather turns colder.
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Many trees have developed a reputation for their air-purifying qualities, but did you know that a particular variety can also help protect your home from mold?
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Decorating for the holiday season is exciting, but if wreaths aren't your thing, there is a chic front door décor idea you can try instead from TikTok.
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Salt lamps have sought to mimic the experience of going to a beach or sitting in salt caves, but are Himalayan salt lamps really the secret to purer air?
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The IKEA BILLY bookcase is an extremely versatile piece of furniture. Here are some ways you can use the BILLY to meet your needs in every room of your house.
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Many people have turned to ultrasonic pest repellers to keep spiders out of their homes. However, the effectiveness of these products remains up for debate.
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Fruit flies are a gross nuisance nobody wants in their home. Luckily, they are a fairly easy insect to ward off with any of these nine fragrant houseplants.
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Because a plastic water bottle can take years to decompose, avoid throwing it into the trash. Instead, discover how to repurpose it around your home.