Kate Nicholson
School
The University Of Auckland
Otago Polytechnic (Dunedin School Of Art)
Expertise
Gardening, Interior Design, Pottery
- Kate is passionate about urban gardening and has a thriving rooftop garden right in the middle of dense Taichung City in Taiwan.
- She is an experienced potter with her own home studio, from which she runs workshops for adults and produces small-batch homeware for sale.
- One of her favorite things to do in her spare time is browse flea markets and thrift stores for vintage ceramic tableware, old wooden furniture, and oddities.
Experience
Kate has worked as a writer and editor for nearly two decades. She was published in her first magazine at 20. Since moving from New Zealand to Taiwan in 2009, her work has been featured in magazines across the region: Art Radar, a.m. post, Surface Asia, Dwell Asia, Form, Portfolio, and The Hotel Journal—to name a few. Aside from writing for House Digest, she's also Contributing Editor-Art & Design for Tasting Kitchen, a position she'll soon celebrate her 10-year anniversary in. She also did a stint in PR for leading brand consultancy DDG in Taiwan, where she helped to promote Taiwanese designers on the international stage, including heading international PR for the World Design Capital Taipei 2016.
Education
Kate graduated from the University of Auckland with a bachelor's degree in media, film, and television studies and a minor in English literature.
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Stories By Kate Nicholson
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It can be frustrating as a gardener when your produce turns out inedible. Here's how to prevent your pumpkin plants from rotting with this easy tile hack.
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Sometimes working in the garden can cause more harm than good. Here's how to protect your plants when watering with this simple DIY hose guard.
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If you want to encourage more hummingbirds to visit your garden, it's important to know the best way to store extra nectar and how long it stays good for.
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Friend or foe? Here's the truth about how lizards affect the plants in your garden and how you can make a hot sauce remedy if you're looking to repel them.
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Silvergrass is an invasive species that can cause a whole host of problems for your garden. Consider replacing it with these ornamental grass alternatives.
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Cleaning hardened and charred food off your grill can be a tough and time-consuming task, but aluminum foil could be the key to making the process painless.
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Yellow salsify can be somewhat invasive, but the easiest way to keep it out of your garden is by pulling up the weeds before the seeds appear.
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Unlike many other garden herbs, oregano stems should not be cut low to the ground during harvest. Learn the best method for harvesting oregano leaves here.
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Most bags of bird feed contain many different types of seeds, but this may not be the best option. Discover why using only one type of seed may be best.
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Floor pillows are a great way to maximize the comfort in your home while also providing more seating options. Here are the 8 best pillows on the market.
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You may have read claims that cucumber is an ant repellant. But does it really work? As with most natural remedies, the honest answer is ... complicated.
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Nobody wants to walk through their yard only to come across a pile of unsightly dog vomit fungus. However, if you have, here's what you can do about it.
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Painting a stairwell can seem like no big deal until you have to reach those high areas. In that case, you should consider using the safest ladder for the job.
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It's not enough to simply apply stain remover before washing soiled clothes. Sweat stains can be coaxed out more easily with the use of a laundry brush.
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With winter coming up, now is the time to plant your alliums so that they're strong enough to survive the cold weather. Here's what you need to know.
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Caring for orchids can seem complicated or even difficult, but using pine bark can help keep your plants healthy and thriving. Here's how to use it.
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If you don't take care of your cut flower bouquet, it could start to wilt. Learn how to keep your blooms looking fresh with a turkey baster.
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Wood flooring can make any house look classy and timeless, but there are countless varieties to choose from. In 2024, smoked wood is the way to go.
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Conkers are a mainstay in autumn throughout Britain, but using them as a way to keep spiders out of your home may not be all that successful.
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If you happen to have a vinyl fence surrounding your home, you may have considered changing the color of it at some point. But is it possible?
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If you're looking for an easy, foolproof way to start seeds, there's an item in your pantry you can use that will serve as the perfect biodegradable container.
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Nobody likes to clean under the refrigerator. However, when it's time to do so, there's something you'll want to reach for that'll make the job easier.
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Nobody puts time and effort into a vegetable garden just to have a couple of crows ruin it. Luckily, there's a method to keep them far away.
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Rabbits may be cute, but if you're growing vegetables in your garden, there are certain varieties you should avoid if you don't want to attract them.
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Chrysanthemums, or "mums", add a cheerful display to many fall gardens. But if you want your mums to last, there's a common mistake you'll want to avoid making.
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Nobody is fond of wobbly furniture, especially when you have to sit on it. Luckily, there's a penny trick that can help fix the unsteady rocking.
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Corn and garlic are rumored to not be the best companion plants, but is this true? Here we delve into the research surrounding this topic to see for ourselves.