Expertise
Apartment decor on a budget, Thrifting, DIY crafts and upcycling
- Jane has always been a maker at heart. After studying communications media and graphic design in college, she continued exploring hands-on creative projects, from designing art prints and decorating her own spaces to finding new uses for thrifted and vintage pieces.
- She creates handmade coconut wax candles poured into thrifted teacups and other vintage vessels through her creative business, By Jane Art, and has sold her work at craft fairs in Los Angeles, Massachusetts, and Florida.
- A certified yoga instructor, Jane co-founded Root to Rise, a Miami-based community offering free beach yoga classes while giving newer instructors a welcoming, lower-pressure environment to gain teaching experience and build confidence.
Experience
Jane has more than 10 years of experience in digital media, spanning writing, editing, and social media. Her work has appeared in publications like PEOPLE, Reader's Digest, Parade, Miami New Times, and Newsweek, where she has covered everything from trending celebrity news topics to lifestyle content and local news. Her background in social media and content creation has made her an expert in emerging trends and the creative ideas people want to try for themselves. Outside of writing, Jane has always gravitated toward hands-on creativity, with interests ranging from photography and graphic design to drawing and candle making.
Education
Jane earned a Bachelor of Science degree in communications media with a concentration in graphic design from Fitchburg State University.
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If you've always wanted a MacKenzie-Childs tray, this DIY turns a thrifted tray into a statement piece for less. All it takes is paint and patience to make it.
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Lifestyle
By Jane LaCroix
Dawn dish soap is a vital cleaning product, and that doesn't change much if you put it in the freezer. But it does happen to gain a new function.
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Cleaning Hacks
By Jane LaCroix
Vinegar can hard stone countertops. Use a simple solution of dishwashing liquid and warm water instead. It's does a great job and is cleans most surfaces.
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It can be tempting to unleash the full force of undiluted vinegar's power, but it's not always advisable to do that — especially on certain surfaces.
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Besides taking care of your shoe clutter problems, this low-cost DIY project also serves other functional and decorative purposes for your front porch.
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Garden Hacks
By Jane LaCroix
The great thing about bird baths is that almost any container can be turned into one. And if you've got an old lamp, you can take the wow factor up a notch.
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On their own, vinegar and citric acid are often go-to cleaners for mineral deposits, soap scum, and coffee machine scales, among other household cleaning jobs.
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A lawn care expert levels a bumpy lawn using sand, potting mix, and basic Home Depot tools, without expensive landscaping equipment or a crew.
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Dawn Powerwash and original Dawn dish soap both tackle dirty dishes, but their formulas and application make for two very different dishwashing experiences.
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Gravel drives are cost-effective to install, but they require ongoing maintenance. This higher-end alternative handles traffic well and demands less upkeep.
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Home Improvement
By Jane LaCroix
Labor Day deals are on at Lowe's, where you can find deep discounts on Kobalt garden and DIYer tools, helping you fill your garage without emptying your wallet.
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Fishing spiders and wolf spiders often look alike with their large, brownish bodies. However, their build, eye patterns, and habits can give them away.
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Old aluminum trays make surprisingly handy molds for DIY pavers, giving you an inexpensive way to add some functionality and personality to your garden.
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Shopping for tools can feel overwhelming, unless you take advantage of Harbor Freight's free resources. They can help you shop smarter and even spend less.
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Bleach and hydrogen peroxide have similar uses, but does that mean they get along? Learn what happens in a bleach-peroxide blend and how to safely handle them.
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More versatile than most vintage small appliances, this '90s kitchen staple deserves a spot on any counter. Learn what this retro item can do and how to get it.
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