
Refurbishing, rediscovering, upcycling, and reinventing—all things Maddison can do with a pair of scissors or a can of paint. A Brigham Young University grad with a degree in English and communications, Maddison has worked with small and large businesses alike, developing creative marketing strategies.
Maddison is also a seasoned photographer whose work has been featured on ESPN and in several magazines in the US. After several years as a sports photojournalist, Maddison primarily focuses on product photography and capturing families, newborns, and kids with her camera.
As a DIY writer of 5+ years, with a decade more of experience, Maddison has a knack for turning trash into treasure and convincing her friends it came from Anthropologie. In the last few years, Maddison has begun consulting as an interior design specialist, working with corporate spaces and homes.
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These 6 Green Upgrades Boost Home Values
Cut costs with natural landscaping and renewable energy....
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Watch Out for These Solar Rebate Scams
Some rebates are real, just read the fine print....
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4 Surprising Places Concrete Can Improve Your Interior
Add an affordable earthy element to your space....
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How to Eliminate Boxelder Bugs
They're not dangerous, but they can be a nuisance....
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10 Smart Sprinkler Controllers That Save Water and Money
Make the most out of every drop....
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How Do Home Auctions Work?
In theory, you can buy a house online....
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Why Are People Buying Glass Houses?
The benefits are transparent....
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How to Adjust a Vehicle’s Shift Linkage
You might have to adjust your shift cables....
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9 Costly Mistakes That Increase Your Water Utility Bill
Fix the leak in your wallet....
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Crane Flies/Tipple Bugs: Beneficial or Pest?
They're harmless to people, but they nibble on lawns....
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How to Properly Dispose of Household Waste
Not all discarded materials belong in the trash...
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5 Common Hot Tub Mistakes
Too many chemicals can burn your skin....
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How to Tackle Dorm Room Plumbing Nightmares
In a shared dorm, plumbing can quickly become an issue....
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Avoid Planting These 4 Smelly Trees
Fun foliage, foul fumes....
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How to Sell a House without a Realtor
You can do it, just be ready to hustle....
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4 Contractor Upsells You Don't Really Need
Don't let appealing extras break your budget....
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4 Apps for Finding Contractors
Call help with the click of a button....
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How to Write a Receipt for Selling a Car
If you ever need the info, you'll be glad you wrote one....
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6 Basic Lawn Products You Should Have
Take your lawn from drab to dreamy....
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Is Your Lawn Diseased?
Is there a doctor on the patio?...
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How to Adjust a Toilet Float
Flush out your frustration....
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How to Install a Geothermal Cooling System
It's a cheaper, more sustainable alternative to central air....
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5 Tips for Taking Your Own Family Photos
Celebrate your magic moments....
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4 High Impact, Low Cost Landscape Projects
Spruce up your yard in an afternoon....
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6 Indoor Micro Gardening Kits
It's like gardening, but easy....
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4 Gifts for Plant Lovers
Support the greenies in your lives....
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Converting A Shower Into A Steam Room
Home spa spaces are great for mental and physical health....
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Waterproof Outdoor Furniture
Keep your gear looking great year after year....
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How to Tell If Your Home Can Withstand a Flood
Check out the FEMA chart to gauge your risk....
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Surprising Luxuries You Can Keep with a Tiny Home Lifestyle
Live large while going small....
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The 3 Best Investments for a Bathroom Remodel
It's one of the most valuable rooms in the house....
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What to Do if Your Touchup Paint is Lighter
This classic painting problem has a simple solution....
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Learn These Basic Car Maintenance Skills before a Road Trip
They can come in very handy in a tough situation....
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The 12 Principles of Permaculture
This gardening style gets back to nature....
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6 Things You Didn't Know You Could Knit
This cozy craft has practical applications....
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7 Surprising Uses for Appliances
Some classic devices offer alternate functions....
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5 Alternatives to an Oven
You have some great choices for tiny or mobile homes....
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4 Design Trends for 2022
Calm, comfortable spaces hold an obvious appeal....
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Simple Sewing Hacks to Repair Your Clothes
Keep wearing your favorites instead of buying replacements....
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5 Fun and Easy Lunar New Year Crafts
Ring it in with a roar!...
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4 Homes Upgrades under $2,000
Materially improve your space without adding too much debt....
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Does Your Power Tool Have a Dangerous Problem?
A messy environment exacerbates the risk....
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How to Get Great Vintage Style
Find pieces that harmonize with your current design....
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5 Home Decor Trends for 2022
Warm tones, cheery colors, and natural elements are popular....
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How to Make Repairs Easier throughout the Year
Plan ahead to make the best use of your time....
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Hand Knitting Chunky Blankets
All you need is some knotty knowledge....
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Remodeling a 1970s Ranch House Interior
Get your groovy back....
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How to Create Texture on Your Walls
Give them a moody, tactile quality....
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How to Make Your Interiors Pop without Buying a Thing
Refresh your design without spending a penny....
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Winter Canvas Wall Art
Cast a seasonal spell on your space....