School
George Washington University, Uppsala University
Expertise
Kitchen and bath design, Interior decor, Outdoor living arrangements
- Colin has considerable experience writing about luxury home upgrade projects and enjoys examining spaces with the aim of making them more functional and aesthetically pleasing.
- He has a continuing obsession with tiny homes and the innovative storage solutions that come with them.
- One of his first summer jobs during college was at IKEA. Since then, he has been an avid fan of the brand and its products.
Experience
Colin has been writing professionally since 2021 in both freelance and digital content specialist positions. He first published blog articles on kitchen and bath trends at a Denver-based marketing agency. In the time since then, he worked directly with interior designers and home goods retailers to create engaging copy that helped inspire exciting new renovation and remodeling projects for Colorado homeowners. His portfolio also includes publications for the commercial construction, event planning, and entertainment industries.
Education
Colin completed his Bachelor of Arts in English language and literature at George Washington University. He continued his studies at Uppsala University in Sweden and graduated with a master's degree in 2024.
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If you need to organize your countertop to reduce the clutter, here's a clever DIY you can make in a snap with just a few inexpensive supplies from Dollar Tree.
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Are your kitchen countertops always a complete disaster? Pull out your DIY tools and purchase some lumber to clear the clutter and get your life back on track.
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Home Goods
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If you have an expandable garden hose at home, you might want to check the brand and the manufactured date to make sure it's not part of a major recall.
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Dollar Tree is a treasure trove of affordable organizational tools, but this simple plastic container is one of the best for organizing small pantry items.
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Small appliances can take up a ton of counter space in the kitchen, but this IKEA DIY will allow you to keep them neatly tucked away when not in use.
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Many retirees are worried whether the predicted Social Security Cost-Of-Living adjustment will affect their home loan repayments. Here's the real truth.
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Some of these Harbor Freight essentials are highly-rated tools for DIY installations, while others are compact and ideal for anyone who’s low on space.
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Organization
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It's a fact that the garage is one of the most cluttered spots in most homes. Thankfully, this inexpensive item from Dollar Tree can help you organize.
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DIY Home Decor
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Adding a bit of fall decor to your home doesn't have to be difficult or expensive when you can find easy DIY solutions that don't take a lot of time.
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If your closet can't handle all of your clothing, it's time to look elsewhere for storage. Use this handy IKEA bargain to utilize the space beneath your bed.
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Organization
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If your open shelves are making you feel stressed, they're probably filled with far too many items that are creating that cluttered look you want to avoid.
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Organization
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With back-to-school looming, your stress might start to rise with the necessary routine change. You can make this less stressful with some clever organization.
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Sliding glass doors are a great way to open up a space and allow in more natural light, but many window treatments can reduce or eliminate these benefits.
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DIY Home Decor
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The IKEA TROFAST storage system is a go-to for toy storage, but if you want this functional piece to look more stylish, consider giving it a DIY upgrade.
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Get your closet in order with this smart organization hack. Take advantage of your closet's vertical space using an unassuming Dollar Tree storage item.
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Kitchen Remodel
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Your backsplash is one of the most integral parts of your kitchen design. Choosing one of these two tones could spell disaster for the rest of your space.
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Upgrades in your kitchen can be hit or miss, but here's a genius and chic one that you'll always enjoy because of the convenience and hygiene it offers.
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Does your living room feel a little drab? A vaulted ceiling may be the solution. Here are 24 design ideas to give a try to create an elegant look.
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Organization
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Whether in the kitchen or bathroom, a messy sink can make daily life more stressful than it needs to be. Luckily, this IKEA item clears clutter fast.
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Pulling a cookbook from a shelf in your kitchen before flipping to a random recipe for dinner is a dream scenario that might not be so great in real life.
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Discover how to hang string light in your yard without hassle. This super-easy approach makes it a breeze to transform your outdoor space into a warm retreat.
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DIY Home Decor
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A coat of paint is often a DIYer's first approach to restoring a piece of old or damaged furniture, but there's another approach that might be even easier.
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DIY Home Decor
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Cluttered charging stations add an obvious eyesore to any room. Try this easy upcycle using a thrifted bread box to keep all your charging devices tidy.
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Wondering what type of tile you should use for your kitchen backsplash? Consider Joanna Gaines' favorite! You may have seen it in a few of her renovations.
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Kitchen Remodel
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Kitchen remodels are expensive, so cutting costs is often necessary. When it comes to this one feature, however, it might be better to invest in quality.
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DIY Home Decor
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In a small space like a bathroom, the little details make all the difference. Upgrade your simple shelving with this easy framing DIY to transform the room.
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Using some scrap wood and a hole saw, you can create a coffee pod holder to keep the pods sorted by flavor and prevent them from rolling around in a drawer.
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