Location
Little Compton, Rhode Island
School
New England Institute of Technology, Southern New Hampshire University
Expertise
Home Renovation, DIY Projects, Home Tech
- Kate has three years of experience researching and writing about DIY epoxy flooring installations.
- She has five years of experience writing for various publications, focusing on do-it-yourself flooring projects and the latest in everything home tech.
- She is passionate about everything Halloween, especially home decor and DIY crafts.
Experience
Kate joined the House Digest team in 2024 as a news writer. Her portfolio includes tech-related content for Noble Desktop and years of writing for MovieWeb and WorldAtlas. In 2021, she received the SNHU Dedicated Scholar Award.
Education
Kate has a bachelor's degree in video production from the New England Institute of Technology and a master's degree in English and creative writing from Southern New Hampshire University.
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Toilet paper racks are bulky, particularly if you still need a roll holder, too. This project uses a crate to add combination storage to a small bathroom.
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DIY Home Decor
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Don't throw out that old water jug just yet. Instead, turn it into your next easy DIY project to create a budget-friendly and durable tool box.
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Don't throw out that old Bundt pan - with a little touching up, it can be used to create a bird bath that can attract more feathered visitors to your yard.
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You can attract more birds to your yard with a DIY bird feeder using something you probably already have at home but never thought to use: garden shovels.
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DIY Home Decor
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Wall-mounted candlestick holders have more uses than just lighting a room. Use one to add much-needed storage to a cramped bathroom lacking countertop space.
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If you're looking to upgrade your patio, but don't want to deal with the hassle or look of concrete, this alternative offers a well-draining, durable surface.
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DIY Home Decor
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Give that old, cheap Easter basket or gift basket new life with a DIY that transforms it into customizable wall art that's easy to change to suit each season.
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Gardening Hacks
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Most people use liquid laundry detergent and if you're one of them, you probably have empty bottles. Rather than recycle, you can turn them into water stations.
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Your patio may look like a geological fault line, but there’s a budget-friendly fix that you can do all on your own — no jackhammer required.
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Landscaping
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Is your mower doing enough to help your lawn thrive? By replacing one essential part, maintaining nourished and protected grass becomes a lot easier.
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The downspout is an essential part of a gutter system that guides water and debris away from the home. It's vital all year round, but even more so in winter.
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DIY Home Decor
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Making your home into a winter wonderland takes some effort, but if you want to create stunning ice lanterns, all it takes is a light and some DIY time.
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Inspiration
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Install a TV beyond the living room, and you can stream, binge, and jam wherever the mood strikes without lugging devices from room to room.
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A garden arch brings a touch of sophistication to a yard, but you can elevate the look even further by decorating it. There are many options to suit any budget.
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Design Hacks
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Whether you DIY your own set or buy them new, these budget-friendly bits of decor are an off-beat but effective way to inspire a luxury feel in any room.
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Landscaping
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Not only do you need to mow later into the season than you might expect, but you should also make this adjustment in the fall to ensure a healthy lawn.
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DIY Home Decor
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For Halloween decorating ideas that are more spooky than scary, check out these 20 glass cloche DIYs. Just grab a glue gun to bring most of these to life.
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Coffee grounds can be used in the garden to improve soil health and deter pests, but they are detrimental to some herbs so should be avoided in these instances.
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DIY Home Decor
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Grab your favorite fabric and a little glue, and you can easily transform old cardboard boxes into charming DIY floral centerpieces to fit your seasonal theme.
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DIY Home Decor
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With a couple of cuts and a few stylish additions, a tree stump can easily transform from a backyard eyesore into an essential piece of functional furniture.
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Kitchen Remodel
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If you're in need of an upgrade for your dull kitchen, this backsplash type provides an easy fix that's both affordable and renter-friendly.
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Gardening Hacks
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Don't let old or broken bird feeders go to waste; repurpose them around your home and garden to make DIY decor items, useful storage solutions, and much more.
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Selling Tips
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If you're planning to sell your home, it's important that any renovations or upgrades will actually pay off. Here's an easy bathroom update that will help.
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Lawn mowers with bag attachments are lifesavers that enhance mowing and protect your lawn, but rips happen and here's how to fix one when it does.
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Before jumping into a soaker tub purchase, weigh up the pros and cons by considering how it will affect your space, your lifestyle, and even your water bills.
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Bamboo bath mats are sleek and eco-friendly, but they have a major downside you'll quickly notice if you use one. Here's how to deal with it.
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If you step outside and notice an unpleasant odor, your yard may have become a breeding ground of bacteria. We'll run through common causes and solutions.
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