Natalie Francisco
Expertise
Houseplants, Gardening, Sustainable Living
- Natalie is a plant lover with over 30 plants in her collection. She's full of tips and tricks to keep any plant happy in your home.
- She's always interested in completing DIY projects that are functional, look good, and save money.
- Natalie loves finding sustainable swaps to make her everyday life more eco-friendly.
Experience
Natalie started writing articles while at Rutgers for the WRSU radio station. While there, she reported on all things music and photographed concerts. Since then, she's also written for The Odyssey Online and NJ Spark. Natalie has always loved everything gardening and enjoys sharing her expertise on how to keep plants happy. She appreciates all interior design styles but prefers an eclectic home filled with trinkets and houseplants.
Education
Natalie graduated with a B.A. in Journalism and Media Studies from Rutgers University. While there, she minored in Music.
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Stories By Natalie Francisco
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Nothing can ruin a good piece of furniture or clothing like unsightly lint pilling. Try this viral hair clipper hack to fix the problem for good.
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Unfortunately, your odds of finding a four-leaf clover aren't great -- but you can be sure to infuse some good luck in your home with this common plant.
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To get beautiful lavenders, you want to give them all of the proper care, but this mistake with fertilizer might actually prevent your plants from thriving.
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Homes are filled with funky odors, but you can't throw everything into the washing machine. Martha Stewart recommends using vodka in those situations.
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Although leather furniture is considered timeless, it can dry out. Luckily, using WD-40 can bring its softness back by just following a few steps.
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It can be hard to find the time to water your plants. By using the simple shoelace hack, you won't have to worry about watering your plants again.
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We understand that it's possible to miss paint boogers until after completing a wall color change. That's why we want to reveal how to fix them.
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Vegetable gardening does more than offer delicious tasting food for your table, it allows you to save much of the money you'd otherwise waste at the store.
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If you notice bite marks appearing on you and your family, don't forget to check the places on your couch that bed bugs love to hide in.
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Are you tired of purchasing new bottles of foam soap? Instead of paying for a new container each time, you can make it at home for cheap. Here's how.
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Gnats is an umbrella term for tiny flies, so you may be dealing with an infestation of fruit flies or fungus gnats. Either way, use vinegar to eliminate them.
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Carpet beetles are tiny and often difficult to detect, and while they don't cause harm to our health, they can wreak havoc on our fabrics and rugs.
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Magic erasers make cleaning a breeze, but you can't use them on everything in your home. Here's why you should avoid using magic erasers on nonstick cookware.
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While it might feel instinctive to slam the door shut once you've finished a load of laundry, you may want to think twice before doing so. Here's why.
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Our cleaning hack uses an item most people already have in their homes, so you won't need to run to the store when you want to clean your couch.
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Considering the painful and itchy rash you're likely to develop if you encounter poison ivy, you'll want to know how to spot it from a few feet away.
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Unlike vegetables that are grown from the seeds produced by their flowers, potatoes are best turned into seed tubers with new sprouts ready to grow.
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You might be unpleasantly surprised to learn just how many germs and unwanted bacteria can fester in the cracks of a cutting board even if you've rinsed it!
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You probably don't think before putting a new trash bag into your trash can. However, this hack offers an alternative method for this everyday chore.
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Air plants are unique from other houseplants because they don't have roots or need soil to survive. Here is what to do when your air plant turns brown.
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If you're into the healing power of crystals, there's no better place to use them than your entryway. Here are the top picks for protection and good energy.
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It's possible for perennial tulip bulbs to have a difficult time surviving and thriving in certain climates. This technique can make them last longer.
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Succulents and cacti are both low-maintenance favorites -- but they aren't the same thing. Martha Stewart set the record straight for Today Show viewers.
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As winter ends and the warmer weather arrives, one thing you shouldn't forget about is spring cleaning. Here's why you should start with your carpets.
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Looking to boost your garden's health and reduce pests? Learn how to brew compost tea and harness its many beneficial qualities for your garden.
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It seems impossible even when you're witnessing it with your own eyes, but even the smallest weeds are strong enough to push through concrete.
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The length of your curtains can change the look of your entire room. Check out this simple way to add height if your curtains are too short.