Location
Syracuse, New York
School
Syracuse University
Expertise
Home Design Trends, Cleaning Hacks, Budget-Friendly DIY Decor
- Kathryn's personal favorite House Digest articles have all been about deep cleaning. Since writing "13 Items In The Kitchen That You Should Clean More Often," she'll never neglect her reusable grocery bags again!
- She has a keen eye for interior design and even studies the backgrounds in Hallmark movies, looking for decor ideas to steal.
- Kathryn is slowly working on a project to fill one entire living room wall with DIY art and decor, all displayed in circular frames.
Experience
As a features writer for House Digest, Kathryn has been able to dig into a wide array of topics, from tree trimming to TikTok trends. She has been writing professionally since 2009, when she first began creating content for eHow. Her freelance portfolio grew when editors from other properties recruited her to write about career, travel, and general lifestyle topics, as well as content for brands. Her client list eventually expanded to include small businesses and marketing firms, and she now spends her days writing about a wide array of topics.
Education
Kathryn earned two master's degrees from the Newhouse School at Syracuse University and credits her master's in print journalism for honing her sharp research and sourcing skills.
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Not only are these budget-friendly DIY feeders simple to make using recycled materials, but they're also suitable for visiting birds year-round, rain or shine.
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Landscaping
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Hummingbirds are one of the most fascinating and beautiful creatures to watch in your garden. Follow these tips to welcome these little birds to your garden.
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Edible Gardening
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Just because you don't keep your plants top of mind, doesn't mean you can't grow them. Many herbs practically thrive on neglect, making them foolproof options.
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Inspiration
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Choosing to age in one's own home can be an important decision. Mike Holmes suggests a few home improvements to help maintain independence and accessibility.
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Do you want to attract more hummingbirds to your home? Everything from the trees you plant to the right feeder setup can make your yard more welcoming.
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Landscaping
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Believe it or not, there are many gravel options you can use in your yard and garden. Here are some of the most popular types, and their pros and cons.
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Home Goods
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You just can't beat the prices at Dollar Tree. While the cheap price tag can often reflect the quality, these spring gardening essentials meet our standards.
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Home Goods
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Costco can be a one-stop-shop for many items. And, the warehouse's Kirkland brand features some must-buy home items — and some you should skip.
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Cleaning
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Cleaning
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Cleaning
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If you want to revamp your living room but don't want to take on a painting project, here are simple upgrades you can do without using a drop of paint.
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Most people only deep-clean their kitchen once a year. But here are some parts of your kitchen you'll want to clean more regularly than that.
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Cleaning
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If watching all the birds that come to dine at your bird feeder is a favorite activity, avoid these bird feeder cleaning mistakes to keep them healthy.
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Cleaning
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There are plenty of reasons why you might need to use a pressure washer around the house, and here's how to use your pressure washer for dazzling results.
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It's not uncommon to see different colored marks painted on trees while you're out in nature. Here's what each hue could be meant to communicate.
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Cleaning Hacks
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If you eat lots of eggs, you know how quickly the discarded shells can pile up. Luckily, there are unique ways you can reuse old eggshells around your home.
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Cleaning
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