Emily grew up in a household where there was always a summer garden, and a room being renovated. This influence followed her into adulthood as she has worked in various trades for more than a decade, specializing in tile and trim carpentry. She owns and runs MLE Renovations and has over 15 years of professional renovation and landscaping experience.
Emily has a Bachelor's degree in English Literature from the University of Guelph, a Masters in Creative Writing from Humber College, and a Journalism diploma from Conestoga College, so writing about DIY projects is her dream job! She’s particularly interested in green design, re-purposing items, and creating environmentally-friendly outdoor landscapes. She always has a project in mind. Next on the list: creating a rain garden on the front lawn, and turning her garage into a working office and guest suite.
Emily lives just southwest of Toronto, but grew up in Chicago, and has family across Canada and the United States. She currently works in a Lowes garden center and has an orange tabby cat who helps her decide where plants should go - without getting his paws dirty.
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10 Birds You Want in Your Orchard (And How to Keep Away the Ones You Don’t)Many birds will help protect your fruit trees from insects....
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DIY Projects for Cat and Dog OwnersPress paws on human projects for a minute....
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How to Get Free Trees and PlantsStop paying for plants!...
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Trees You Shouldn't Plant Near HousesKeep these problematic trees at a distance....
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How to Save a Dying Arborvitae TreeLearn about the "tree of life" and how to keep it thriving....
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Redbud Tree Propagation InstructionsGrow your own redbud tree with these tried and true methods....
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How to Find Homes For Rent in Your AreaFind your dream home with these rental tips....
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Identifying & Treating Hollyhock Diseases And PestsKeep your hollyhocks blooming for years....
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Easy Outdoor PlantsSteer clear of invasive species and plant these instead....
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When To Plant VegetablesSet them up for success....
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Wildfire Prevention and PreparationHow to keep safe when wildfires are imminent....
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Crafting With Real FlowersCelebrate their beauty with an artistic touch....
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Cleaning Tips for Common AppliancesYour appliances need a little love....
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7 Resolutions to Save Money With DIYMutitask by learning new DIY skills that will save you money....
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No-Mow LawnsDitch the lawnmower this summer and plant this instead....
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Organic Lawn Care 101Learn how to get a healthy lawn the natural way....
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How to Plant and Grow a Clover LawnPlant this for a greener, lusher lawn!...
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Inexpensive but Stunning Landscaping IdeasFind joy in simple steps....
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Beautify Your Backyard Landscape on a BudgetYou don't have to break the bank to buff your bushes....
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Alternative Landscapes for Challenging TerrainThese backyard ideas go beyond the garden bed....
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Desert Gardens and Other Water-Efficient LandscapingCreate a lush backyard even in the driest places....
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Designing an Outdoor KitchenCooking outside isn't limited to barbecuing....
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9 Features That Make Tiny Home Living More FunSpice up a minimalist lifestyle with some simple pleasures....
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Outdoor Kitchen Patio: Surface TypesSmooth floors will make the space more fun to use....
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Cheap Paver Patio Ideas (And How to Install One)Inexpensive surfaces can still have that "wow" factor....
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The Best Ways to Prevent Weed Growth Between PaversDon't skip these steps before laying patio stones....
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Paver Alternatives to Suit Any SpaceThink outside of the box with these interesting patio ideas....
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Create a Garden Wall with a TrellisWith care and patience, you can create a new space....
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How to Tell If You're Under or Over Watering Your PlantsThey'll show different signs depending on how wet they are....
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How to Conserve Water in Your GardenKeep your plants thriving and your water bills low....
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How to Remove a Tree Root Without Hurting the TreeNever take out more than a third of the root system....
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6 Popular Campers and RVsExplore the world in a home you trust....
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Growing an Attractive Front Yard Vegetable GardenEnjoy your landscape both outdoors and in the kitchen!...
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10 Money-Saving DIY Car ProjectsPreempt potential damage down the road....
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Bathroom Tasks You Should Do More Often Than You ThinkDon't let surprising hazards sneak up on you....
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What Vegetables Can You Grow Indoors in Winter?Keep a kitchen garden all year long!...
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8 Home Upgrades You Can Do as a Beginning DIYerAdd value to your home, or just make it more fun to live in....
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Patio vs DeckYour preference might depend on the qualities of your space....
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9 Rain Garden IdeasDesign your garden to flourish in wet seasons....
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The Secrets to a Great Windowsill GardenWhether ornamental or edible, keep them growing strong....
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9 Fast Growing Flowers for a Springtime GardenYou have a beautiful bounty from which to pick....
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How to Use a HammerMaster the original DIY tool....
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How to Care for the 2021 Plant of the YearThis peaceful beauty prefers bright indirect light....
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Spring Bulbs for BeginnersConsider timing, size, and color for a varied bloom....
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9 Small Space Design TrendsFind some new creative uses for your nooks....
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10 Projects That Aren't as Hard as You ThoughtThey'll each increase the value of your home....
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10 Winterizing Tasks You Absolutely Have to DoSpeed up your process with this high priority checklist....
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How to Insulate an Attic: DIY Attic InsulationGood insulation makes home heating and cooling cheaper....
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6 Things You Might Not Know About GrassIt's a surprisingly diverse plant category....
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How to Propagate Pineapples, Avocados, and Citrus TreesWith patience, you can grow a special garden from scraps....
