
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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How to Remedy a Ladybug Infestation
Prevent this common bug infestation before the summer....
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What Vegetables to Plant in Spring for a Summer Harvest
Plant these veggies for a summer harvest!...
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How to Safely Use a Chainsaw
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DIY Home Trends to Forget in the New Year
Ditch these once popular designs for a new look this year....
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Kitchen Design Trends for 2019
Check out these kitchen trends that are all the rage this new year....
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The Basics on Painting Antique Furniture
Are you going to paint that?!? Read these expert tips before you do....
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How to Build a Fire Pit
Building a fire pit is a satisfying and straightforward DIY project....
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How to Unclog a Toilet
Don't panic! One of these 6 methods is bound to work!...
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8 Ways to Store Tools
Garages, workshops and tool sheds can all get a little messy over time....
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Snow Fence 101
While we can’t control the weather, we can manipulate where snow accumulates by putting up a...
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Installing an Outdoor Pole Light
Installing an outdoor pole light can be a fantastic way to get functional lighting as well as a...
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5 Ways to Design a Small Urban Garden
A small space doesn't mean you can't have plants....
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6 Ways to Collect Rainwater
Save money by catching this natural resource before it goes down the drain!...
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How to Stop a Flea Infestation in its Tracks
Get rid of fleas in no time with these comprehensive steps....
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How to Fix a Sagging Couch
Fix your couch with one of these five solutions....
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Shower Head Replacement Tips
Invest in shower power with these handy tips!...
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Energy Efficient Interior Design
Think interior design is just for show? Here are tips on decorating your way to lower utility b...
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Paint Trends of 2018
Boldly go where no paint has gone before with 2018's colors of the year....
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7 Resolutions to Save Money With DIY
Mutitask by learning new DIY skills that will save you money....
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7 Signs It's Time to Replace Old Plumbing
Gripes with your pipes? Use your senses to suss out plumbing issues....