Alexa Erickson

Contributing Writer

About

Alexa Erickson is a lifestyle writer and former BobVila.com staff member. Her areas of expertise include travel, food and drink, home decorating, home improvement, health and wellness, and beauty.

More from Alexa Erickson

A group of the best vacuum mop combo options grouped together on a tile floor.
Cleaning

Testing the 7 Best Vacuum Mop Combos for Spotless Floors

By Alexa Erickson, Amanda Lauren

A rustic modern kitchen.
Design

12 Rustic Kitchen Ideas That Bring Your Space Back to Basics

By Alexa Erickson, Updated by Amy Anderson

Go Dark and Dramatic with Black Kitchen Cabinets
Cabinets

Go Dark and Dramatic with Black Kitchen Cabinets

By Alexa Erickson

10 Photos of JFK’s Former Georgetown Residence That’ll Make Old House Lovers Swoon
Architecture

10 Photos of JFK’s Former Georgetown Residence That’ll Make Old House Lovers Swoon

By Alexa Erickson

Woman eating in small kitchen.
Interior

15 Kitchenette Ideas to Suit Every Style and Budget

By Alexa Erickson

Backhoe digging for a residential swimming pool
DIY

13 Home Improvements You Might Make That Your Neighbors Will Probably Hate

By Alexa Erickson, Gretchen Heber

The Best Gardening and Plant Identification Apps for Your Smartphone
Gardening

The Best Gardening and Plant Identification Apps for Your Smartphone

By Teresa Odle, Alexa Erickson

13 Hallway Lighting Ideas That Work Even in Windowless Spaces
Interior

13 Hallway Lighting Ideas That Work Even in Windowless Spaces

By Alexa Erickson

8 Botanical-Themed Reddit Threads All Plant Parents Should Know About
Gardening

8 Botanical-Themed Reddit Threads All Plant Parents Should Know About

By Alexa Erickson

The Best Dyson Deals Right Now: Save Up to $100 on Vacuums
Reviews

The Best Dyson Deals Right Now: Save Up to $100 on Vacuums

By Alexa Erickson

Home Depot's 12-Foot Skeleton and Inferno Pumpkin Skeleton for Halloween
Reviews

Home Depot’s 12-Foot Skeleton Is Back in Stock Today—But Not for Long

By Alexa Erickson, Kathleen Corlett

Wayfair Memorial Day Sale 2022: The Best Deals on Patio Furniture and More
Reviews

Wayfair Memorial Day Sale 2022: The Best Deals on Patio Furniture and More

By Alexa Erickson

modern living room with orange sofa and colorful gallery wall prints
Design

25 Wall Decor Ideas for Every Style and Budget

By Alexa Erickson, Rachel Brougham

pro painting tip use a drywall knife
DIY

Pro Painting Tip: This $10 Tool Will Save You Hours—Seriously!

By Alexa Erickson

The Best Halloween Projectors for Easy Halloween Decorations
Design

The Best Halloween Projectors

By Alexa Erickson

The Best Amazon Prime Early Access Tool Deals on DeWalt, Craftsman, and More
Reviews

The Best Amazon Prime Early Access Tool Deals on DeWalt, Craftsman, and More

By Alexa Erickson

Early Deals for Amazon's Second Prime Day Include KitchenAid
Reviews

Our Favorite Amazon Prime Early Access Deals on Home, Garden, Tools, and More

By Alexa Erickson

old homes
Architecture

19 Instagram Accounts to Follow if You Love Old Homes

By Alexa Erickson, Nicole Shein

The Best Generator Deals of 2022: Up to 50% Off of Honda, Generac, and More
Reviews

The Best Generator Deals of 2022: Up to 50% Off of Honda, Generac, and More

By Alexa Erickson

The Best Furniture You Can Find at Home Depot Right Now
Design

The Best Furniture You Can Find at Home Depot Right Now

By Alexa Erickson