Macy Sears
School
University Of Illinois At Chicago
Expertise
Home Decor & Minimalist Lifestyle, Cleaning & Organization Hacks, Modern Interior Design Trends
- Macy has collaborated with color consultants and industry experts to publish in-depth articles on the psychology of color, pattern and texture, and space optimization.
- She has worked on bespoke content ranging from high-end renovations to budget do-it-yourself home projects for various publications.
- Exemplifying her minimalism, Macy once traveled around the United States with nothing but her laptop and a single carry-on suitcase.
Experience
Macy is an experienced freelance writer specializing in lifestyle and home design. She has written for several independent brands and online magazines, including Next Luxury and Masonry Magazine. Her fascination with interiors was inspired by her extensive travels, allowing her to explore the many types of design. Macy has lived in five major cities in the U.S., Chicago, Las Vegas, Nashville, Miami, and San Diego, always on a quest to find the perfect abode. When she's not writing, she enjoys showing off her creativity through home remodeling and organization projects.
Education
Macy obtained a bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of Illinois at Chicago.
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Stories By Macy Sears
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Are you tired of oil splatters staining your clothes and stovetop? Luckily, the solution to your problem may already be in your kitchen drawer.
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Tired of lugging all of your cleaning supplies around when giving your home a good scrub? Then, you may want to try out the rolling cart hack. Here's how.
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Check out this quick and easy TikTok toilet cleaning hack. Use an ice cube tray and a few common pantry items for these DIY toilet cleaning bombs.
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If your kitchen knives are looking dull but you don't have a sharpener, there's a common beauty tool you can use that will sharpen your knives up in no time.
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Vinegar can be a helpful ingredient to get rid of bedbugs in your home. While it may not eradicate them completely, vinegar can be a helpful addition.
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Don't throw away your grease-stained clothes just yet! Although they seem impossible to clean, you may be able to save your garments with a kitchen ingredient.
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It can be very frustrating to reach into the dryer and pull out a favorite item of clothing that is now several sizes smaller. The good news is it can be fixed.
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Are you only using one bag for each trash can? Then you need to start adding a few more to increase the cleanliness of your home. Here's why.
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While it may be tempting to vacuum every debris on a messy floor, certain items should be spared this fate. Do coins fall into this category?
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Breaking a broom at the joint between head and shaft may seem like the end for this tool. But there's a simple and cheap repair hack using a plastic bottle.
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Have you ever cleaned your bathroom floors and still weren't convinced they looked spotless? Luckily, one simple trick can ensure they're even cleaner.
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When cleaning your floors, there is a certain process to follow. If you stray away from this process, your floors will probably always look dirty.
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Getting every crumb into a dustpan can feel impossible. Luckily, spraying your cleaning tool with some water can help clear your floor of debris. Here's how.
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Once glitter spills over a table, it seems nearly impossible to clean it all up. Luckily, this children's toy can quickly eliminate the mess. Here's how.
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Dealing with a stripped screw hole can be an easily solvable situation with a simple tool found in a takeout box or grocery store: chopsticks. Here's how.
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When you're spending $100-plus on a luxe Barefoot Dreams blanket, you want it to last. Here's how to wash yours so it stands the test of time.
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Don't want to use abrasive chemical polishes to clean your darkened silver jewelry and silverware? Try this hack that involves a common vegetable.
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Do you find yourself hitting your fingers every time you use your hammer? Well, the secret to protecting your precious hands can be found in the bathroom.
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Sustainability is a rising trend across several aspects of our lives, including how we clean. Here's how to wash your sink with a certain type of kitchen waste.
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If you've accidentally splashed oil on you shirt and find yourself without stain remover, don't panic. Here's the cooking ingredient that removes oil stains.
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Luckily, if folding laundry is a household chore you dread the most, there is a TikTok hack that eliminates the need to do so completely. Here's how.
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Ready to paint your rental? What happens when you (eventually) need to transform it back? Don't break out the brushes until you learn this hack.
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Although lemon juice may be the perfect antibacterial cleaner in certain situations, it's not the best option for wood floors for many reasons.
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Getting grease stains out of concrete can seem impossible. But before calling it quits, try this hack using a beverage that's probably already in your cabinet.
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No one wants to find broken glass instead of clean dishware in their dishwasher. Luckily, a few rubber bands are all you need to keep them safe. Here's how.
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Cleaning your garbage disposal may not always be fun, but it is necessary. Luckily, this common bathroom item will make the job easier and more efficient.
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No funnel, no problem. You can quickly create your own by recycling a milk jug. Here are the easy steps to follow to create this useful tool.