Becky Helzer, Lead Copy Editor

Highlights

  • Specialties and interests: Craftsman-style decor, gardening, baking 
  • Education: Bachelor of Arts in technical journalism from Colorado State University
  • Other work: Copy editor with experience ranging from newspapers, magazines, and books to marketing and educational materials, websites, children’s curriculum, and an extensive range of buyer’s guides, cost guides, and articles on financial topics

Best DIY Advice

“Don’t expect perfection the first time you try something new, and don’t be discouraged if your results aren’t quite what you’d hoped for. Learning a new skill takes time and effort, but if you’re willing to work at it, the satisfaction of a job well done makes it worthwhile.”