Lindsey M. Roberts
Washington Post
Milwaukee, WI, United States
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How to make your home smell better without harmful chemicals
We asked three cleaning and design experts to share their favorite natural candles, plant-based sprays and essential oil diffusers. → Read More
6 options for absorbent, durable dish towels
It's not enough for a kitchen towel to be cute. It also has to be a workhorse. Here are six that fit the bill. → Read More
7 expert-recommended rakes to get you through leaf-clearing season
Different types of rakes serve different purposes. Here's how to choose the right one for your specific gardening job. → Read More
Elevate your flower arrangements with these 6 expert-recommended vases
Experts share their favorite vases, from tall to small, to elevate your floral displays. → Read More
Design pros share their favorite autumn-scented candles
Fall is the season for chili, fires, sweater-knit throws and, of course, candles. Here are six scents worth trying. → Read More
6 great student desks to add to your school supply list
Design experts share their favorite stylish and functional desks for children. → Read More
Experts share their favorite backyard bird feeders
These seven options can attract finches, wrens, woodpeckers, hummingbirds and more. → Read More
Design pros share their favorite outdoor lights
We asked three design experts to recommend outdoor table lamps, string lights and sconces that will elevate any outdoor entertaining space. → Read More
Tired of gray everything? Here’s how to get a more colorful home.
Whether it's with paint, wallpaper, furniture or accessories, here are ways to bring more color into your home design. → Read More
15 things you can do to improve your home for less than $100 each
Want to update your home but don't have a lot of cash? Here are some little changes you can make — each for less than $100 — that will breathe some new life and energy into your space. → Read More
Creative holiday wreaths and other ideas for a festive front door
Consider painting your door, using natural elements or going bold to make your home’s exterior extra welcoming. → Read More
Tips for caring for houseplants during winter
The dead of winter doesn’t have to mean dead plants. → Read More
The best, most realistic-looking fake plants for decorating your home
Faux houseplants are no longer uncool. Experts give tips on how to pick and place them. → Read More
What is laundry stripping, and does it work?
Intrigued by those TikTok videos showing how to "strip" your towels and sheets? Here's what you need to know about the cleaning trend. → Read More
Looking for a paint color that will never go out of style? Try one of these timeless shades.
Experts share their favorite paint colors — whites, navy blues and more. → Read More
How to clean your house so it’s ready for the school year
Tips for keeping your entryway, lunch-making spot, car and other high-use areas tidy. → Read More
Don’t want to go back to the gym? Here’s how to carve out a workout space at home.
Start by designating a specific, distraction-free area for exercise, even if it’s only the size of a yoga mat. → Read More
5 simple ways to get your home in order, from ‘Clean Mama’ Becky Rapinchuk
Assign chores to specific days, do the most onerous tasks first and other advice from the blogger and author. → Read More
5 kitchen design choices that will never go out of style
Updating this room is expensive and time-consuming. Here are ways to make sure your investment stands the test of time. → Read More
Online plant sellers are having a moment. Here’s where to shop.
Are plants part of your pandemic nesting plan? Experts share their favorite varieties and places to buy them. → Read More