Alexandra Rodriguez
School
Cal State Fullerton
Expertise
Home Decor, Plants, Cleaning Hacks
- Alexandra enjoys learning about new flowers in her zone and planting them in her backyard.
- She spends hours on Pinterest creating home decor mood boards, which she hopes to bring to life one day in her future home.
- When she's not scrolling through her phone or writing, Alexandra falls into the rabbit hole of watching cleaning videos on TikTok and learning about the best and easiest hacks to clean any space.
Experience
As a new writer for House Digest, Alexandra has covered a myriad of topics, from DIY project how-to guides to mistakes to avoid when gardening to revealing the best way to decorate a space. She collects interior design magazines to inspire her writing, providing fresh perspectives when covering ways to style a home. Alexandra fell in love with the idea of writing in high school when she was required to write essays and read various books. She joined her high school newspaper and enjoyed talking and interviewing her classmates. Later in college, Alexandra joined her university's TUSK Magazine, covering all of her interests that involved home decor and plants while reporting for The Daily Titan. Being on multiple writing teams allowed her to learn from her peers and enhance her writing skills. Now, she's showcasing everything there is to know regarding home life at House Digest.
Education
Alexandra has a bachelor's degree in communications with an emphasis in journalism from Cal State Fullerton.
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 Alexandra Rodriguez
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This simple, Pinterest-approved addition will make your laundry room more organized and functional, regardless of the space you have available.
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This discrete drying rack blends into your laundry room, uses space efficiently to hang clothes, and comes in a variety of sizes and colors to suit your needs.
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Turn leftover bricks into garden art by painting them to look like books. This is a fun craft idea for adults or children to add a personal touch to your yard.
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This quick TikTok DIY project only requires a few tools and materials, making it a great way to freshen up and illuminate a corner of any room.
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TikTok has a fabulous idea for getting through your ever-growing to-be-read pile, and all you need is an old jar. Plan your reading in style!
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Watering your garden can feel like a never-ending chore. Luckily, you have options. Find out why TikTok loves this amazing gardening method.
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Stud finders are crucial tools to use when wall-mounting items like TVs and artwork. Discover 5 of the best and cheapest stud finders on the market.
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Ikea is known for its affordable and versatile furniture. If you're looking for a new storage solution, try this stacked Ikea LACK hack for extra home storage.
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If you don't have a lot of space for a laundry room, this one-wall laundry area will work perfectly. Find out how to create this compact laundry room.
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You don't need to buy special supplies to remove stains from your white shoes. Take this cleaning hack from TikTok that uses a couple of items in your bathroom.
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For nature lovers, plants and foliage are important for making a house feel like a home. With this DIY craft, you can transform your house into a forest.
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Learn how to make adorable mushroom decorations for your lawn or garden using a few inexpensive items. You can customize this garden DIY project for any look!
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Instead of lugging around a cooler full of soda, juice, or alcoholic beverages, let your backyard picnic table do the heavy lifting.
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You don't have to spend a lot of money to achieve a high-end look. Create luxe home decor planters with a few inexpensive items from the Dollar Tree.
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IKEA countertops are great for kitchen DIYs, and if you can't find the right shape, they're easy to cut to size. After you do, edge band it for a clean finish.
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Just like our skin, grass can become sunburned too. If your lawn looks dry, scorched, and unhealthy, fix it with these simple tips and bring it back to life.
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According to Jenn Todryk from HGTV's "No Demo Reno," certain features can add character to an older home. Instead of replacing them, revive these details.
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Do you love the look of the wooden Pottery Barn floor lamp with tapered, tripod legs? Instead of spending hundreds on the piece, learn how to make it yourself.
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While recessed lighting is simple and chic, it can sometimes feel uninspiring. Enhance your space by swapping in this TikTok-approved fixture.
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We're always on the lookout for a cool DIY. This one turns an ordinary shower essential into a stylish plant hanger that can go anywhere in your home.
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Keeping the house clean and organized can take a lot of time and effort. This easy DIY floating storage hack for messy rooms only requires a few materials.
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Designing your at-home coffee bar can get spendy once you've bought your syrups and decor. Save money by repurposing this common item you likely already own.
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Decorating your home for Valentine's Day? Find out how to adorn your windows with an adorable DIY decoration that involves a pool noodle and a few other items.
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Murray might be a classic brand, but do its riding lawn mowers stand the test of time? Let's check some customer reviews to find out...
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The Creeping Charlie makes for a perfect hanging plant, but only if you avoid this common hanging plant pitfall.. Find out where to hang your plant.
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Fear of commitment? Use this genius temporary alternative to add a pop of color when redecorating or as a test before you're ready to make a permanent change.
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You definitely don't want to subject your clothes to a filthy iron. Luckily, the secret ingredient to a successful iron cleaning is readily available.