School
The College of William & Mary, Northwestern University
Expertise
DIY, Vintage & Antique Decor, Home Renovation
- Christine lived in Paris for four years and spent her weekends browsing the city's famed flea markets for antique French furniture and home decor.
- She has interviewed celebrities like Priscilla Presley and Rachel Ray about their bedding and kitchen products.
- She has renovated two homes and loves to decorate with travel souvenirs and other personal items.
Experience
Christine has been writing about interior and home design for more than 20 years. She started her career in Chicago, where she helped launch Chicago Home magazine, and later moved to NYC to work as the senior textiles editor at Home Furnishings News. Her work has appeared in numerous publications, including Family Circle, Town & Country, and The Chicago Tribune.
Education
Christine has a bachelor's degree in English literature from The College of William & Mary and a master's degree from Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism. She also has a professional certificate in copy editing from the University of California, San Diego.
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Landscaping
By Christine Bockelman
To prevent puddles and flooding in your yard, rocks and gravel are the ideal DIY solution. Here's how to use these pebbles for drainage and why it works.
By Christine Bockelman
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