Melissa Nicholson
School
Saint Leo University
Expertise
Travel, Home And Living, Food And Wine
- Melissa is a freelance writer with niches in travel, home and living, and food and wine. She also spent time with a digital marketing company as an SEO content writer, where she published over 1,000 articles as a ghostwriter.
- She enjoys encouraging mothers with articles on her blog, Aprons, Heels, and Yoga Pants.
- One of her greatest privileges as a writer was volunteering her time to write "freedom" stories for O.U.R (Operation Underground Railroad), an organization that rescues trafficked children.
Experience
Melissa's greatest accomplishment is raising six fabulous children, most of who are now grown and flown. She currently resides in the cutest little town in Illinois but dreams of warmer climates daily. As a child, she would write notebooks full of stories, and later in college, an English professor let her know that writing was her path. Two decades later, she finally listened. She has written on just about any topic you can think of and now enjoys focusing on her niches, which allows her creativity to flow. Melissa is also passionate about encouraging women (especially mothers) through writing on her blog and public speaking. You'll see her work here at House Digest, Gay Cities, The Elephant Journal, and Operation Underground Railroad.
Education
Melissa attended St. Leo University, where she majored in Psychology but fell in love with writing. She derives her expertise from a personal love for travel, a lifetime of home and living, undertaking nine home renovations, and the fantasy that she's an amateur foodie and sommelier.
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Stories By Melissa Nicholson
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You don't have to stay in a tent if you're visiting a national park. There are plenty of chic and architecturally impressive Airbnbs peppered throughout.
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Granite and quartz are two of the most popular countertop materials out there. Let's dive into the differences between the two.
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Parents want to make their homes as safe as possible when they bring home a newborn, but narrowing down what to fix can be daunting. Here's where to start.
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Your garden doesn't need to be closed for business after the first frost. Here is how to plant a fall vegetable garden, both indoors and out.
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Eco-friendly upgrades are great for the environment and many of them also offer benefits when it comes to selling your home. Here are some upgrades to consider.
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There are so many interior decorating styles, it's sometimes difficult to choose one for your home. Learn about 12 of the most popular styles for your home.
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Listing your home as a vacation rental is a great way to make some extra cash. To get started, familiarize yourself with these key components and helpful tips.
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Does the undying art of the dinner party make you want to call your friends? Follow this guide to see how you can set up your home for a memorable gathering.
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Air conditioners are amazing when temperatures swelter and rise, but they have their fair share of downsides. Here are all the negatives to A.C. units.
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Maybe you can't live in a cabin in the woods, but you can certainly get the same vibe in your house. Here's how to style your home like a rustic cabin.
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Don't undervalue the importance of paint! If your house looks like it's seen better days, it might be time to repaint your home's exterior. Here's how to do it.
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Bathrooms see a lot of dirt. It's time to roll up your sleeves and learn everything you need to know about how to deep clean your bathroom and keep it clean.
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Make your next coffee table a conversation piece by designing it to reflect your style and personality. Here are some creative living room coffee table ideas.
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From the flavor to the health benefits, nothing beats garlic. Here's how to become a garlic gardener and grow this incredible plant in your own backyard.
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If you enjoy real estate and remodeling, house flipping is a great career option. Here is everything you need to know about how to start flipping houses.
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Stay up to date with your home's outdoor maintenance to spot potential issues, prevent further damage, and also keep your house looking as good as new.
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Working from home can be stressful. Learn how to create routines, systems, and spaces to make your home-based or remote work less stressful and more productive.
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More and more people are eating in kitchens and forfeiting the use of their dining rooms. If you rarely use your dining room, here is what to transform it into.
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If you don't have an extra room available for the home office of your dreams, don't fret! You can carve out an office space in your bedroom with these tips.
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From candy-colored appliances to checkered floors, a retro style kitchen is fun and nostalgic. Here's how to bring the colorful retro style into your kitchen.
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When comparing renting vs. buying, one isn't necessarily always better than the other. Explore the pros and cons of both, so you can decide what's best for you.
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Basements can be a great place for storage in your home. Create an organized basement storage area with these nine easy tips.
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If you're planning to sell your home and buy a new one, it may be beneficial to use the same real estate agent for both transactions — here's why.
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Some people don't think to clean commonly used household items like an iron. Here are some easy ways to clean your iron with items you already have at home.
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Buying a bathtub sounds simple in theory, but you quickly learn there are a lot of things to consider before purchasing. Here are some common mistakes to avoid.
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If you're planning on building a new house, there are materials you can use to shave down your bottom dollar. Here are some inexpensive supplies to consider.
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The solid wood and rusty hinges on an old door stir up visions of farmhouses and simpler times. Here are the best ways to use repurposed doors in your home.