Clara Mucci
School
George Washington University
Expertise
DIY Design, Small Space Hacks, Home Decor
- Clara spends extensive time researching different design philosophies to help herself and her loved ones express themselves through their living spaces.
- She is a recipient of the George Washington University's Yeide Prize.
- When she isn't writing, Clara loves to use her skills as an amateur painter to create new wall art and other decorative pieces to personalize her home.
Experience
Clara is a lifestyle writer with experience covering a wide range of subjects, including art, design, and beauty. Before becoming a full-time lifestyle writer, she worked in the non-profit sector as a grant writer and event coordinator. With an academic background in religious studies and feminist theology, Clara takes a particular interest in the the relationship between identity and aesthetics. You can read more of her work in Cozymeal Magazine and Classpop! Magazine.
Education
Clara has a Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies from The George Washington University. She also spent time abroad at Florence University of the Arts in Florence, Italy, where she studied both the art and architecture of the city.
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Stories By Clara Mucci
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If you love Pottery Barn's chic candle holders but can't afford the steep prices, create a dupe with inexpensive items from Dollar Tree and other retailers.
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The HGTV star shared an easy trick to give your living room a whole new look without breaking the bank, and she even has some styling advice to go with it.
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Every day, we learn a new hack to make our homes look more put together. Try this one from TikTok that'll hide your curtain's hardware in one step.
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Instead of going out of your way to buy a vintage bench, consider roughing up your IKEA SKOGSTA long seat to give it a more ageless appearance.
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Plenty of homes have boring white or neutral walls that feel cold in a well-loved house. Learn how to level up your interior design with this DIY paint hack.
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Home sweet home just got sweeter with this thrifty candle trick. Dive into the DIY world this holiday season and master the art of high-end ambiance.
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It's frustrating having to pick up the kitchen towel falling on the floor every time you open the oven door. Luckily, a handy kitchen item can help.
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Buying furniture can be expensive, especially if you have a very specific vision. Try this TikTok hack to make an Ikea KYRRE stool look colorful and high-end.
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As patio furniture costs rise, DIYing yours becomes a good idea. Create a beautiful upholstered bench with a soft cushion using this genius pool noodle hack.
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When temperatures drop, refrain from taking a step on your grass, especially when you notice frosty crystals on the tip of the blades. Here's why.
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Painting can be a messy job, but with this school supply hack, you'll be able to breeze through your renovations and not have to deal with a major cleanup.
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Nobody wants to see a bunch of cables or power strips dangling around. Luckily, you don't have to because you can hide them by repurposing an IKEA spice rack.
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HGTV's Grace Mitchell is all about creative design solutions. And, you can borrow her money-saving hack when using expensive materials for your renovation.
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There's no need to have your appliances showing in the kitchen. In fact, with a clever TikTok hack, you can easily hide all your kitchen gadgets.
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When renovating old homes, it can be tempting to rip everything out and start new. HGTV's Jeremiah Brent cautions against this reno project.
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The best way to get unique and eco-friendly decor is to find it at a thrift shop. Try this TikTok hack for upcycling dated lamps into stunning lanterns.
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Before you trash old family furniture pieces, consider HGTV star Hilary Farr's advice. You can give these meaningful pieces new life with a little refurbishing.
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If you have an old table runner you no longer want to use, try turning it into another decorative piece that will transform your glass candle hurricanes.
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Want to create a simple and cute ghost decoration for a cheap price? Head to Dollar Tree and pick up a white mophead, as well as few other items.
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Tired of waiting for a professional to come hang your cabinets? Complete the project all by yourself with this simple hack that involves a 2x4 wooden plank.
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Do you want to attract birds to your yard but don't want to spend money on a feeder? Learn how to make one out of a cardboard paper towel or toilet paper roll.
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Do your jack-o-lanterns typically begin to rot before Halloween night? Try this simple paint trick that will make your carved pumpkins last longer.
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Looking to DIY a gorgeous Halloween display for your front door? Gather some PVC pipe, spray paint, and plastic pumpkin pail, and listen to this TikToker.
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If you're looking for an inexpensive and easy way to upcycle your runner rug, this hack is for you. Try adding some chalk paint for a beautiful table runner.
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If you need to measure something but don't have a ruler or measuring tape on hand, here's how you can easily use a dollar bill to solve the issue.
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While cleaning your mattress regularly is important, there's one cleaning product you should never use on it. Discover what it is and better alternatives.
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While the IKEA MOPPE organizer is small and unstained, with some creativity and a few extra products, you can transform it into a unique furniture piece.