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Erica Finamore

About Me

Erica is a New York-based home decor enthusiast who, yes, puts her books in rainbow order. Her work has appeared in Food Network Magazine, HGTV Magazine, Refinery 29, Cosmopolitan and Real Simple and others. Erica has a lot of stuff and a tiny apartment, so she is well versed in organization and space-saving hacks. In her free time Erica likes to hunt for New York's best pancakes, do craft projects and take long-ish walks with her shaggy dachshund, Leslie Knope.


Latest Stories

A Cookie-Cutter Kitchen Gets a Gorgeous Makeover (It Triples the Storage!)
Inspired by pro designer Justina Blakeney, this couple went for a jungalow aesthetic.
Jul 31, 2024
A 1979 Kitchen's Major Overhaul Was Done in 2 Phases (It's Pure Perfection!)
The fresh white paint makes it so gorgeous and airy!
Jul 20, 2024
This 100-Square-Foot Kitchen Got a Big, Beautiful Upgrade for Just $2,100
Wait until you see their backsplash!
Jul 17, 2024
A Boring Kitchen Gets a DIY Update with Nancy Meyers Vibes — for Under $6,000
Wait until you see the pretty wallpaper!
Jul 8, 2024
The Super-Important Thing You Need to Clean in Your Kitchen Every 6 Months, According to an Appliance Repair Pro
It could help you save money on your next electric bill.
Jun 24, 2024
Cleaning Showdown: We Tried 5 Methods for Cleaning Ceramic Casserole Dishes
Organize & Clean
And the winner is ridiculously effective.
Mar 15, 2023
You Really Need to Clean This Part of Your Kitchen Every 6 Months
According to an appliance repair pro.
Feb 8, 2023
7 Decorating Mistakes That Make a Kitchen Look Smaller
According to Interior designers!
Oct 26, 2022
This Super Simple TikTok Hack Will Make Your Next Paint Project Much Less Messy
HOME PROJECTS
It's so simple I was actually face palming as I watched it — and all you need is painter's tape!
Oct 19, 2022
11 Ways to Bring The Trendy Japandi Style Home, Starting at Just $40
Japandi exists at the intersection of the Japanese principle of wabi-sabi and the Danish concept of hygge.
Dec 2, 2021
What Is Japandi Design? Here’s Everything You Need to Know
An explainer on this serene, beautiful, and nature-focused hybrid look.
Nov 20, 2021
3 Easy, Cute, and Kid-Friendly Decorating Ideas for Hanukkah
Since it's right around the corner!
Nov 19, 2021

Latest Stories

This Unexpected, Small Space-Friendly Bed Is Suddenly Trendy Again
It's the definition of cozy!
Nov 17, 2021
Decorating for Two, Then Decorating for One: How I Created a New Home After Loss
How one writer honed in on her home style again after her partner's passing.
Nov 4, 2021
Is Mauve the Next Millennial Pink?
Should we call it "Gen Z Purple?"
Nov 3, 2021
Everyone's Going to Want These 6 Vintage Items in 2022
So start shopping for them now before prices go up!
Oct 15, 2021
Here's How to Get the Gallery Wall Look That's All Over Instagram on a Budget
And from the comfort of your sofa!
Oct 7, 2021