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Cambria Bold

Editorial Director, Syndication and Off-Platform Distribution

I direct the content syndication strategy and production across AT Media brands. I'm also the former Executive Editor of Cubby, where I oversaw all content related to life at home with kids, including kid's room design, nurseries, toy storage, gift guides, shopping, and smart ideas and solutions.

    About Me

    I've been an online editor and writer since 2008, when Apartment Therapy hired me as one of their first full-time editors. For eight years I wrote about home design and kitchen life as both the Managing Editor of Re-Nest, Apartment Therapy’s late '00s green living site, and the founding Design and Lifestyle Editor for The Kitchn. In 2022 I took over editorial leadership of Cubby, Apartment Therapy's most delightful brand devoted to providing parents and caregivers with smart, stylish resources for life at home with kids. Now I oversee the syndication strategy across AT Media brands.

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    Download Our Free Printable “First Day of School” Sign!
    It's back-to-school time!
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    Aug 19, 2025
    10 Ways to Fix a Stinky Sink Drain Once and for All
    Kick that smell to the curb.
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    Jan 15, 2025
    This Vertical Bookshelf Is the Best Way to Store a Ton of Kids’ Chapter Books
    It comes in great, kid-friendly colors, too.
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    Sep 21, 2024
    11 Non-Toxic Paints To Buy That Are as Safe as They Are Chic
    The best non-toxic and low VOC paints for your entire home, from interior paint jobs to small DIY projects.
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    Nov 2, 2023
    This “Mega-Capacity” Washing Machine and Dryer Alleviated My Laundry Dread
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    It actually makes it possible to do laundry for a whole family in just a couple loads — and it has a special cycle to get rid of allergens.
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    Mar 30, 2023
    Is There a Non-Toxic Stain-Resistant Fabric Protector?
    Q: We just reupholstered our comfy sofa with an all-cotton fabric. Is there a non-toxic way to “seal” the fabric and make it more stain-resistant? I’m sure a no-eating-on-the-couch rule would help, but it’s just not realistic! My family used to use some spray that worked well, but it has a daunting ingredient list.Sent by ElissaEditor: Elissa, great job on the reupholstery! It looks like an entirely new piece of furniture.
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    Jan 2, 2023
    14 Ways To Keep Warm Without Cranking Up the Heat
    When cold weather and long, dark days begin to set in, most people begin to wonder what’s the best way to keep warm without running the heat? After all, nothing’s better than feeling warm and toasty in your own home, and plus, freezing temps definitely make it harder to get out of bed. Whether you’re hoping to cut back on energy bills, or you live in a home without heat, it’s possible to keep warm without cranking up the radiator.
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    Dec 8, 2022
    Wondering What to Do with Old Towels and Sheets? Here Are 10 Smart Ideas
    We recently took stock of our linen closet and realized that half of the storage space was taken up by sheet sets and towels that we simply don’t use. Some are very old and worn out, and some just never seem to make it into our weekly linen rotation. Of course, we didn’t want to throw them out, so it got us thinking about recycling options.Use old sheets and blankets to make new ironing board pads and covers, like those featured on A Beautiful Mess.
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    Sep 20, 2022
    A Safe Non-Toxic Sealant for a Wooden Highchair?
    Q: What is a safe, nontoxic sealant for a wooden highchair? We have an old wooden highchair that has a tray with all the finish worn off. The tray had also broken in half where it was seamed together. I glued it together again, but I’d like to refinish it to make it easier to clean. It is in otherwise perfect condition and we want to use it for our grandchildren.
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    Jul 17, 2020
    Beyond Granite: 8 Other Countertop Materials to Consider
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    Jul 17, 2020
    There’s a Hidden Top-Loading Washing Machine In this Kitchen!
    From Apartment Therapy → There’s a Hidden Top-Loading Washing Machine In this Kitchen!
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    Jul 17, 2020
    Food Label Ideas for Easier Entertaining
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    Jul 16, 2020
    Famous Writers’ Small Writing Sheds and Off-the-Grid Huts
    When I hear the phrase “writing hut” or “backyard shed” my imagination practically squeals with delight. A small, intimate space furnished with the essentials. Low impact, high inspiration. This is probably why I love going to North Dakota and why I want to pull a Pollan and build my own little house.
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    Jul 15, 2020
    Before & After: Upcycled, Vintage, Budget Office Makeover
    BEFOREDreary home office gettin’ you down? Take a cue from one of the lovely ladies of Fig & Sage who, after realizing the paint color on the walls made the office ‘depressing and lifeless’ in winter, transformed the room into… AFTER… a soothing, lavender-hued oasis with a wood door tabletop (salvaged from her basement), IKEA shelves and desk legs, two West Elm Parsons desks (scored for $15 each at an overstock warehouse), and neat, colorful organization.
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    Jul 15, 2020
    10 (Non-Renovation) Renovation Ideas For Renters
    If you’re a renter, then you’re probably thinking about taking a mental checkout from our October theme (Green Building and Renovating). I can’t renovate. I can’t even paint! you think. Don’t worry, my friend. We have solutions for you, too! We call it the non-renovation renovation— temporary yet effective ways to dramatically change your home without sacrificing your security deposit.
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    Mar 11, 2020
    The 25 Best Small Space Living Tips and Inspiration
    We love small spaces. We love them for their lower energy and heating bills and because they force us to edit, organize, and reduce our accumulation of stuff. But most of all, we love them because there seems to be no end to what you can do with them given some creative planning! Here are 25 of the top small space living posts we wrote this year.
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    Mar 11, 2020
    The Big List: 49 Smart, Money-Saving Creative Reuse Ideas
    We get excited about stylish, functional, and innovative creative reuse ideas, from the myriad ways you can reuse a jar, to uses for chipped tea cups, antique bread bins, vintage card catalogs, bubble wrap, wallpaper scraps, even old gym floorboards. Here’s a big roundup of some of our favorites… The Many Amazing Ways to Reuse a Jar: • 10 Simple Uses for Spaghetti Jars • Crafty Uses for Baby Food Jars • Don’t Throw Out That Jar!
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    Mar 11, 2020
    Before & After: Backyard Studio & Deck
    Corey in Seattle shared his before & after backyard project with us. Jump below to see what it looks like “after” all of the hard work:Corey says: My wife and I live in Seattle, WA. We finished our backyard studio garage 2 years ago and just finished the deck last fall. The plants are starting to come in nicely now, and we can’t wait to enjoy the yard this summer and entertain friends and family. Thanks for sharing, Corey!(Re-edited from a post originally published 06.24.
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    Dec 19, 2019
    Matthew and Emma’s Eco Environment
    Name: Matthew and Emma McGregor-MentoLocation: New York, NYSize: 650 sq/ftYears lived in: 6 months When Matthew and Emma bought their 6th floor apartment in the East Village, they knew they wanted it to be filled with natural living things and to convey the sense that “nature was taking the apartment back, like a small plant growing from a crack in the sidewalk.
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    Dec 19, 2019
    Alternative Non-Stuff Gift Ideas For ‘No Gifts Please’ People
    Last year after Christmas I tried to take two Dutch ovens with me on the plane in my carry-on suitcase. One had been a gift, and the other was a purchase, and I thought that putting them in my carry-on would be the safest way to transport them back to New York. This seemed like a good plan until I tried to go through security……where I discovered that Dutch ovens are considered potential weapons. “You could throw them at another passenger,” the TSA agent told me.
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    Nov 22, 2019
    The Secrets Behind Great Small Spaces
    Everyone has a bit of a different take on small space living: it’s all about purging your stuff. No, it’s all about organizing your stuff. Wait, it’s all about storing your stuff! But one thing is for sure: you know an amazing small space when you see it. Small spaces are king on Re-Nest. Yes, we love them for their lower energy and heating bills, and yes, we love them because they force us to edit, organize, and reduce our accumulation of stuff.
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    Jul 1, 2019
    The 60 Minute Quick House Clean
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    Jun 4, 2019
    Before & After: Black and White Stripe Linoleum Floor
    Attention, all you renters out there: this is an easy, affordable, and ultra-stylish way to upgrade your dingy rental floors. We have been meaning to do something like this ourselves for quite some time, and seeing this project by Orlando Soria on Design*Sponge totally got us all jazzed up to copy her.
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    May 8, 2019
    A Bathroom That Opens Into The Kitchen: Awkward?
    If you live in an old building or a rental, you’ll understand where we’re coming from: our last apartment’s bathroom opened up directly into the kitchen, as did our apartment before that. In fact, we grew up in a home where the toilet room (just the toilet.. the sink and bathtub were separate) was basically in the dining room, a few feet away from the table…and our guests eating dinner. For anyone entertaining or on a date, this can be veeeerrrrry awkward.
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    May 8, 2019
    Bricor 0.5 GPM Ultra Low-Flow Showerheads
    Bricor claims they are the only manufacturer to create a truly “low flow” showerhead without sacrificing water pressure. Their Ultra Max 100 showerhead has only a 0.5 GPM, yet it has the highest performance value rating of any showerhead tested—more than Oxygenics or Delta. See here for Bricor’s assessment of their FIT rating (Flow Impact Intensity)Technically, “low-flow” is anything under 2.5 GPM, so 0.5 GPM is pretty astounding. How does it work?
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    May 8, 2019
    5 Homemade DIY Natural Fabric Softeners
    It should come as no surprise that fabric softeners have a long list of artificial ingredients and chemicals in them. So if you want that cozy, soft feeling without the headache-inducing scent, you can try one of these natural alternatives:1 Baking Soda: Add a 1/2 cup of baking soda to the water in your washer and let it dissolve. Add your clothes.2 Vinegar: Add 3/4 – 1 cup of vinegar to either the wash or the rinse cycle.
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    May 7, 2019
    A Visit to Mrs. Meyer’s Headquarters in Minneapolis
    As I shared yesterday, last week I got on a plane and flew to Minneapolis to tour the Mrs. Meyer’s headquarters and meet the fabulous 79-year-old Mrs. Meyer in person.
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    May 7, 2019
    Before & After: Lisa’s First House, Revamped On a Budget
    Just as the markets started crashing in September of 2008, Lisa Hoffman and her husband bought their first house in Oakland, California. Thankfully, they weren’t afraid to roll up their sleeves, dig in, and do most of the work themselves—all on a very tight budget. The photo above is the sad-looking living room prior to their renovation. (Check out that wallpaper!
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    May 7, 2019
    How Can I Properly Dispose Of My Old Carpet and Pad?
    Q: I’m getting new carpet in my house and trying to find out where in my local area I can dispose of my old carpet and pad properly? I live in Macomb, MI, and have over 1300 sq feet of carpet and pad to dispose of.Sent by LynetteEditor: Here’s what our friends at Green Home Guide have to say:Answered by Cynthia Phakos of Koffka Phakos Design: My first step in finding carpet recycling options in your area was to visit the website for CARE, the Carpet America Recovery Effort.
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    May 7, 2019
    What’s the Best Green Way to Clean Tarnish Off Antiques?
    Q: As a student in interior design I was taught to use naphtha for cleaning antiques. Now I am more concerned about being green. What is best?Sent by BrendaEditor: Here’s what our friends at Green Home Guide say.Answered by Jennifer Davidson, J. Davidson Design & Consulting Take a slice of cucumber and rub it on the metal surface you want to clean.
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    May 7, 2019
    How To Stop Wasting Water While Waiting for Hot Water?
    Q: What is the best solution to stop wasting water while waiting for hot water to reach the kitchen? My kitchen sink and dishwasher are a long way from the hot water heater. What is the best solution to stop wasting water while waiting for hot water to reach the kitchen: a tankless water heater under the kitchen sink, an on-demand recirculating system, or something else?Sent by SandraEditor: Here’s what our friends at Green Home Guide have to say:Answered by Alex Georgiou, Recurve Inc.
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    May 7, 2019
    Can I Use House Plants To Improve Indoor Air Quality?
    Q: Can I use house plants to improve my home’s indoor air quality? There is data and research on the value of outdoor plantings and the positive effect on air quality through natural transpiration. It would seem that the same would be true of indoor plants, if well maintained, both in terms of overall humidity levels, and in terms of potential CO2 reduction and biofiltration.Sent by TomEditor: Here’s what our friends at Green Home Guide have to say.
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    May 7, 2019
    Before & After: DIY Sofa Upgrade On the Cheap
    Re-Nest reader Abigail recently sent us her super thrifty sofa upgrade: A hand-me-down from her parents, she’s been living with the sofa for 3 years trying to disguise it with a floral slipcover and lots of pillows.
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    May 7, 2019
    Before & After: An Old Door Salvaged and Hung
    BEFOREOld doors can be used for many things, but what about using them as, well, a door? That’s what Adrienne of Dream Book Design did: she found a door on the side of the road (for free!) and, after a bit of sprucing, made it work to fit in her existing laundry room door frame. See the ‘After’ and how she did it below: AFTERAdrienne explains that the door they replaced was a generic particle board Home Depot door that lacked character.
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    May 6, 2019
    Before & After: An Old Fashioned Hutch Goes Modern
    Re-Nest reader Cassidy (of the blog Remodelaholic) emailed us her hutch makeover, and we were impressed enough to want to show it to you! She managed to turn what is otherwise a pretty old-fashioned hutch into something crisp and modern.
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    May 6, 2019
    Before & After: Basement Turned Light-Filled Art Studio
    This basement makeover, submitted to us by Re-Nest reader Sarah of cafe + dish, shows just how transformative a few coats of white paint can be. As she writes: “Living in Boston, space is at a premium. The studio is in a “garden-level” part of the basement, so I used lots of white paint to brighten the space. What once was a very dark and dingy corner of a basement is now one of my favorite spaces…”“The renovation took about a week combined to complete.
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    May 6, 2019