Selena Ivette Rodriguez

School

Colorado State University

Expertise

Eco-friendly home and sustainable living, Indoor house plants, Home interior redesign

Explored the intersection of home design, lifestyle, and wellness for a variety of brands.
Written countless articles surrounding home improvement and lifestyle with the aim of informing and engaging diverse audiences.
Gained expertise on slow living and self-care while creating content for clients and publications.

Experience

Selena is a freelance writer and digital marketer with over eight years of experience creating content across the lifestyle, wellness, and home industries. Her work includes SEO blog writing, print publication writing, and digital storytelling. Her work has been published in outlets such as CO Yoga + Life and The Manual. She draws on first-hand knowledge of home renovation, home maintenance, and mindfulness to craft thoughtful, well-researched content that inspires readers to level up their living spaces. At Home Digest, Selena combines her love of cozy interior design, clever solutions, and everyday rituals to help readers cultivate their own home sanctuary.

Education

Selena earned her B.A. in Journalism and Communications from Colorado State University in 2017 and continues to develop her skills through professional courses. Her academic foundation informs her clear, concise writing style and her passion for purpose-driven storytelling.

House Digest Editorial Policies

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 Selena Ivette Rodriguez

Flowers

Flowers By Selena Ivette Rodriguez

Garden Mums Vs Florist Mums: What's The Difference? (& Why It Matters)

While they're technically the same plant, garden mums and florist mums are specifically bred for very different purposes and require different care.
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Flowers

Flowers By Selena Ivette Rodriguez

The Easy-To-Grow Flower Bulb You Should Plant In August For Dazzling Fall Blooms

As your summer flowers fade away, you can still enjoy some colorful blooms through fall if you plant these flowering bulbs that flourish at this time of year.
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Gardening Hacks

Gardening Hacks By Selena Ivette Rodriguez

Reuse Cardboard Drink Holders To Make The Most Effective Seed Paper

Apparently, cardboard drink holders can get even more eco-friendly and be reused in your garden. Learn how to use these products to create DIY seed paper.
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Interior Remodel

Interior Remodel By Selena Ivette Rodriguez

How To Fit A Vintage Rounded Door Into A Square Frame

Changing a wall opening to suit an arched door isn't nearly as difficult as it seems. All you'll need is wood, drywall compound, and a little determination.
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Flowers

Flowers By Selena Ivette Rodriguez

The Flowering Ground Cover You Should Grow For Healthy Soil

If you're looking for a ground cover that won't disrupt the look of your flower bed, this easygoing plant is a perfect solution. Plus, it offers soil benefits.
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Kitchen Organization

Kitchen Organization By Selena Ivette Rodriguez

Why It's Time To Ditch The Plastic Food Containers (And What You Should Use Instead)

Using plastic food containers may be a cost-effective option for storing leftovers, but it also has some dangerous drawbacks. Swap yours for this alternative.
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Garden

Garden By Selena Ivette Rodriguez

The Common 'Weed' That Can Actually Be Super Beneficial To Your Garden

The only weeds in your garden are the ones you decided not to grow, but they popped up anyway. Stop thinking of this common weed as a foe for all its benefits.
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