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L. Daniela Alvarez

About Me

Daniela is a freelance writer who covers lifestyle and culture. In her free time, she's either cuddling with her goldendoodle Chai, buying plants, or having a picnic. Daniela is a Chicana from Los Angeles living in San Diego.

Latest Stories

I Tried 4 Popular Methods for Cleaning a Coffee Maker
It’s just one simple ingredient!
L. Daniela Alvarez
Jan 29, 2026
I Tried 8 Different Stain Removers, and the Winner Was Unexpected
I never would have expected the outcome.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Jan 27, 2026
I Tried 6 Methods for Cleaning Glass Shower Doors, and the Winner Surprised Me
The winning method truly surprised me.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Jan 23, 2026
This Brilliant Storage Gem Is Hiding In Your Grocery Bag
A super-simple storage upgrade!
L. Daniela Alvarez
Jan 18, 2026
This $9 IKEA Organizer Transformed My Laundry Closet
Now it's a streamlined, functional space!
L. Daniela Alvarez
Jan 13, 2026
I Never Wash My Sheets Once a Week — Here’s Why
I do this instead.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Jan 10, 2026
6 Practical Things to Buy with a Costco Gift Card You Just Got
Take advantage of this useful gift.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Jan 3, 2026
I Tried 6 Ways to Clean Dirty Baking Sheets, and Here's What Worked
It’s almost as good as new.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Dec 22, 2025
How to Do Laundry: A Beginner-Friendly Guide
According to a laundry pro.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Dec 19, 2025
I Tried This $2 Trick to Clean My Baking Sheets, and They’re Unrecognizable
It was unrecognizable afterwards.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Dec 18, 2025
I Finally Got My Closet Organized with This One Simple Change
It really surprised me!
L. Daniela Alvarez
Dec 15, 2025
This $13 IKEA Holiday Storage Gem Is Such a Space-Saver
It's such a game-changer!
L. Daniela Alvarez
Nov 29, 2025
This $13 Kitchen Organizer Fixed My Sink Clutter (It’s So Smart!)
I love it!
L. Daniela Alvarez
Nov 10, 2025
I Use Ina Garten’s “Counterintuitive” Hosting Rule to Bring the Perfect Gift Every Time
It's so obvious!
L. Daniela Alvarez
Nov 5, 2025
My Dad's Decades-Old Sweeping Trick Is So Clever
It’s now my go-to method.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Oct 23, 2025
This $7 Fix Transformed My Glass Shower Doors (No More Hard Water Spots!)
My doors look brand new again!
L. Daniela Alvarez
Oct 9, 2025
My Mom Taught Me Her Room Freshening Trick, and I Use It All the Time
It works instantly!
L. Daniela Alvarez
Sep 23, 2025
This Seasonal Trader Joe's Gem Is My Secret to Making My Home So Cozy
I use it all over my home.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Sep 8, 2025
This $32 Storage Gem Instantly Cleared Clutter in My Living Room
It completely changed how my living room looks and feels.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Sep 4, 2025
If You’re Looking for a Sign to Clean Your Grill, This $5 No-Scrub Trick Is It (So Smart!)
It’s so easy!
L. Daniela Alvarez
Aug 24, 2025
This “Spooky” IKEA Organizing Gem Is the Cutest Thing I’ve Seen
Fantastic, I’ll take 14 of them.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Aug 21, 2025
What Made Me Finally Ditch My Regular Toilet Brush for Good
It’s cleaner for your bathroom and the planet!
L. Daniela Alvarez
Aug 21, 2025
My Sister and I Share This Brilliant Travel Hack (It Saves Us Money!)
It’s now our go-to way to travel!
L. Daniela Alvarez
Aug 9, 2025
I Tested Dawn’s New Dish Product, and Here’s My Honest Review
I even use it in the bathroom!
L. Daniela Alvarez
Aug 7, 2025
My “Map” Method Saves Me 15 Minutes on Every Grocery Store Run
Try this on your next grocery run.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Jul 17, 2025
This ’90s-Inspired Gem Is an Essential for Staying Cool This Summer
It’s perfect for picnics, beach days, parties, and so much more.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Jul 3, 2025
The $15 Lifesaver I Swear By for Keeping Cool All Summer Long
It’s tiny but so mighty.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Jul 1, 2025
The $15 Find That Will Make You Feel So European (I Always Get Compliments!)
It’s perfect for your “friends with a European attitude.”
L. Daniela Alvarez
Jun 25, 2025
This “Bold” IKEA Storage Solution Is Perfect for My Small Outdoor Space
It’s my new favorite storage gem.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Jun 23, 2025
This Laundry Detergent Smells So Good, It’s Like “Summer in a Bottle”
I’m obsessed!
L. Daniela Alvarez
Jun 22, 2025
I Tried the Viral “Actually Take” Method To Cut Back on Everyday Stress
Sometimes the worst part is the anticipation.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Jun 19, 2025
HomeGoods Is Selling Gorgeous Cups That Are the Perfect Summer Party Find
So versatile!
L. Daniela Alvarez
Jun 18, 2025
This $35 IKEA Find Is Actually the Perfect Outdoor Storage Gem
It elevated my small balcony.
L. Daniela Alvarez
Jun 3, 2025
This $14 Spray Got My All-White Outdoor Chairs Spotless Again
It’s the only product I’ll need all summer long.
L. Daniela Alvarez
May 18, 2025
This Free Hack for Anyone Without a Cooler Is So Smart, I Had to Try It
The answer was right under my nose all along.
L. Daniela Alvarez
May 12, 2025
These Tiny Cubes Get My Laundry So Clean (and They Work on Stains!)
They pack a lot of cleaning power.
L. Daniela Alvarez
May 9, 2025