Location
Birmingham, Alabama
Expertise
Frugal Home Finds, House Maintenance Tips, Kitchen Organizing
- Katie Leigh worked in the home energy sector for 10 years, assessing the efficiency of new home constructions, before transitioning into freelance writing.
- An avid meal planner and mom of two, she is always looking for frugal ways to streamline her kitchen.
- Her dream home would be one filled with thriving house plants, and she is working to make that dream a reality by keeping the few she has alive.
Experience
Katie Leigh has written blogs and articles for over one hundred small businesses in the home services industry, including everything from interior designers to roofers to real estate brokers, and she brings this breadth of experience to House Digest. In addition to writing about all things homey, she writes frequently on parenting and family life and is perpetually trying to figure out how to keep her home in order with kids in tow. Katie Leigh believes in working smarter, not harder, so she's always trying out new home hacks to help make domestic duties a little easier.
Education
Katie Leigh earned her B.A. in communications from Samford University.
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Garden
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Learn how to create a simple self-watering system for your houseplants with old t-shirts. This easy DIY will ensure your plants stay hydrated while you're away.
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Cleaning
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Bleach stains can make your towels look unsightly. If you've used cleaning products with little success, consider trying out this kitchen staple.
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Cleaning
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Creating an organizational system for all of your purses can be a struggle, but with this clever hack, you can make the most of your unused closet space.
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Design
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There is one important tip that can transform any space in your home from plain to professional. Use this simple trick to elevate the design of a blank wall.
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Home Improvement
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Living with high levels of radon in your home can have dangerous effects on the health of you and your loved ones. Here's how to prevent radon exposure.
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Cleaning
By Katie Leigh Matthews
A clear space equals a clear mind. If your closet is in dire need of an organization overhaul, here's the IKEA unit that will help put order to the disarray.
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Home Improvement
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The only downside to a sleek desk with clean lines is the lack of drawers. This Dollar Tree hack is a budget-friendly way to add drawers to your desk.
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Home Improvement
By Katie Leigh Matthews
If you're looking to install a new fence, you may have seen shadowbox and stockade options. Here's the lowdown on each, and which option may be best for you.
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Garden
By Katie Leigh Matthews
The tiny loose stones of pea gravel can easily scatter with foot traffic or windy and rainy weather. These methods can keep yours from washing away.
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