Masie O'Toole
Location
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
School
Louisiana State University
Expertise
Trend Forecasting, DIY Furniture And Decor, Color Psychology
- In 2022, Masie was nominated for a Diamond Journalism Award by the Arkansas Pro chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists.
- She became interested in furniture and decor early on, taking woodworking classes and learning to sew in middle school.
- When she's not writing, she spends her time hunting for and restoring secondhand furniture finds.
Experience
Masie discovered her interest in journalism at a young age, first attempting to kickstart a campaign for a paper at her middle school. Once she reached college, she finally had the opportunity to explore her passion. Through her time working at the LSU Reveille as an entertainment writer, she gained valuable experience in writing, interviewing, and AP style. Soon, her work also brought her to KLSU, the school's radio station, where she began writing album and concert reviews. Since then, her articles have appeared in publications such as The Daily Advertiser, inRegister Magazine, Unpublished Zine, and The Courier. Her interest in interior design and decor piqued her interest in writing for House Digest, and she uses her lived experience and natural curiosity as inspiration for her writing for the site.
Education
Masie has a Bachelor's of Mass Communication in Journalism from Louisiana State University.
House Digest uses a knowledgeable team of editors, writers, and experts to create all our content. We dive deep into the always-evolving conversations surrounding design and home trends, striving to deliver the most current and helpful tips, strengthened by expert takes and tutorials from our talented team.
As we cover many fields of expertise, we make it a priority to ensure every beat remains fresh and comprehensive. Additional information on our editorial process available here.
Stories By Masie O'Toole
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Toothpicks are a household staple, but they often go unused. Luckily, there are tons of ways to repurpose toothpicks around your home and garden.
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The Inspired Home Show is all about innovation in housewares. Here are some pioneering products for laundry day that can be found on the TIHS floor in 2024.
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Vintage bathtubs are a feature of old homes people tend to keep but have no idea what to do with. Here, we have several of the coolest ways to repurpose yours.
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If you're replacing your roof or simply have old wood shingles lying around, you'll want to check out these 20 DIY projects to upcycle them.
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While PVC pipe is often used for utilitarian purposes around the home, it can also be repurposed to assist in gardening, decorating, and organizing.
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If you're going through a remodel, don't throw away your old cabinet doors just yet -- instead, you can repurpose them in a variety of ways.
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Once you've finished using a roll of tape, instead of throwing away the round plastic or cardboard piece, transform it into a useful or decorative item.
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Single-use plastic drinking straws are thankfully going out of style, but if you come across one, know that you don't need to toss it out. Repurpose it instead.
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If you're planning on visiting some estate sales this year, find out some of the most-wanted items to look out for and why they're so popular.
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Laundry mistakes leading to mismatched socks are common, but what are your options with these socks? Try these hacks to use them in your home and garden.
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Do you have an old, rusty, beat-up baking sheet that you're planning on throwing away? Instead, discover some clever ways to use it inside and outside the home.
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If you don't have enough books and decorations to fill all the shelves on an old bookcase, discover some unique ways to repurpose this item around the house.
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If you're doing a renovation, you likely have some old windows around. Luckily, you can repurpose them to make lots of beautiful home decor projects.
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Turn yesterday's tunes into today's treasures! Get back into the DIY groove with these home and garden ideas for upcycling your old CD collection.
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From shag carpeting to Tuscan kitchens, every decade has its iconic design trends. Here are some of the most popular trends from the 1930s through today.
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If your house is disorganized, discover some DIY projects involving Dollar Tree items that will help you keep your space tidy without spending lots of money.
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Having a colorful and lively garden doesn't require expensive planters. Instead, try using these common household items to make your own planters.
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If you find yourself with leftover popcorn tins after the holidays, there are a few ways to repurpose them around the house. Try out these hacks for yourself.
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If you have an old toolbox lying around, you might be looking for new ways to use it. Luckily, there are tons of creative ways to repurpose this item.
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Household pests are a tricky beast to deal with. Even if your home is spotless, they will find places to hide. Consider using cinnamon like this to deter them.
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Make pet clean-up easy with the best at CES. At the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show, we awarded the Whisker Litter-robot 4 for best innovation in pet tech.
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If you are into reusing things around the home, don't throw out your old shower curtain rings. Here are some ways you can repurpose them instead.
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If you have some old lampshades lying around, there are tons of ways to repurpose them. Try one of these DIYs to avoid letting them go to waste.
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If you're like us, you have a stack of unused planters waiting to be repurposed. Here are some of our favorite ways to give them new life inside and outside.
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Reusing things saves money and is great for the environment. Check out these creative ways to repurpose your old coffee mugs around the house.
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Instead of closing off the space underneath your stairs, try transforming it into a storage area or small room that will increase your home's functionality.
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If you have empty tissue boxes, pause before throwing them out. Here are 14 practical and creative ways for any DIYer to repurpose tissue boxes.