Location
Orange County, CA
School
Chapman University
Expertise
Maximizing space and function in a home, farmhouse style, home renovations
- Jillian has interviewed homeowners all over the country and in Canada for home décor articles.
- She has written for multiple home styles, including farmhouse, Victorian, modern, country cottage, and French.
- She and her husband have spent three years transforming their small home into the perfect space for a family of five with cost-effective DIY projects.
Experience
Jillian's writing began at a very young age with fanfiction stories about the CW show, "Charmed." She continued to write fiction novels and short stories throughout her younger years before landing her first paid writing gig in college. Since then, Jillian has continued to work as a freelance writer for digital marketing companies and home decor magazines. Through her many years of professional writing, she has found her niche to be in the home and lifestyle genre. She loves passing on useful home tips and tricks to readers in a fun and informative way. Want to know how to keep a chic living space that can weather the storm of young children? Or how to maximize a small space considering both aesthetic and function? What about home organization hacks? Jillian's your girl! She became a member of the Static Media team in 2024 where she utilizes her home and lifestyle expertise.
Education
Jillian has a bachelor's degree in English literature, rhetoric, and cultural studies from Chapman University.
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Joanna Gaines has tons of creative window treatment ideas, but you can easily copy one of her prettiest bathroom options with nothing more than window film.
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Design Hacks
By Jillian Chapman
Bathroom clutter got you feeling claustrophobic? While it's no beginner project, this DIY storage hack will help hide those wayward rolls of toilet paper.
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This festive display looks professionally styled but requires minimal crafting skills and takes almost no time to assemble from basic supplies.
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You don't need to spend big bucks to create a super-sized Christmas display — all you need are some Dollar Tree supplies and this DIY tutorial.
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Burnt out or dead light bulbs might seem like they've served all the use they can, but you can actually upcycle them into an adorable DIY ornament.
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Kitchens
By Jillian Chapman
Kitchen islands provide counter space at the expense of floor space. This alternative offers you more counter space without reducing functionality.
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Kitchens
By Jillian Chapman
Traditional hardwood floors are aesthetically pleasing and often add value to a space. A modern twist on these classic floors is becoming popular in kitchens.
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Have some spare mason jar lids lying around at home? With a dash of creativity and some readily available materials, you can turn them into Christmas decor.
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This iconic discount grocery chain just dropped a massive food storage collection that rivals premium brands in quality but costs a fraction of the price.
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Garden
By Jillian Chapman
No, it's not some fancy new trend in the world of vegan Tex-Mex — but the Leaf Burrito might just make cleaning leaves off your lawn a whole lot easier.
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Warehouse shoppers are rushing to grab this festive door decoration before it sells out, praising both its quality and surprisingly reasonable price point.
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Lifestyle
By Jillian Chapman
A fancy dinnerware set from Pottery Barn can set you back an arm and a leg. Luckily, one Dollar Tree product should make for a fine budget alternative.
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Remodel
By Jillian Chapman
Human beings have been using bathtubs for thousands of years... until now! This new bathroom trend will spell the end of your days spent soaking in the tub.
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Cleaning
By Jillian Chapman
A happy pantry means a happy kitchen, which is why it's such a shame that they get cluttered so easily. Luckily, Martha Stewart has the answer!
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In the kitchen, you want to make sure you're taking advantage of every inch. Fortunately, this IKEA hack will transform your fridge gap into storage.
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Design Hacks
By Jillian Chapman
Small changes in a small bathroom have a big impact. Learn how Joanna Gaines elevates a compact space with color and texture in an easy shower curtain trick.
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Cleaning Hacks
By Jillian Chapman
This simple kitchen hack using wax paper might sound odd, but it can save you serious cleaning time — and even make your home a little safer.
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Common advice may be to prune all of your plants back ahead of winter, but this can actually leave fruit trees vulnerable to damage. Here's what we recommend.
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One vintage dinnerware set that is taking the world by storm. Our antiques appraiser tells us more about this line, how to identify it, and its value.
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If your countertops are messy, we found a solution for you. With a couple of items at a Dollar Tree price, you'll reclaim your counters from excess clutter.
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Lifestyle
By Jillian Chapman
We love so many HGTV stars but there is one in particular we want to see come back to the channel. We break down who it is and why we want to see them back.
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Painting
By Jillian Chapman
Your front door is often the first impression of your home, and paint color matters. Design forecasters predict bold shifts in front door colors next year.
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Experts
By Jillian Chapman
One homeowner's beloved garden was destroyed by their HOA without notice, sparking a heated debate. We spoke with an attorney to understand the legal side.
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Your counters don’t need to look like a tangle of cords and plugs. Discover the surprisingly simple product that makes busy spaces feel instantly calmer.
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Design
By Jillian Chapman
The Magnolia mogul is ditching traditional kitchen backsplashes for a sleek alternative that creates seamless, luxurious looks in modern homes.
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Kitchens
By Jillian Chapman
Granite was once the sought-after countertop material on every real estate listing. Find out why you should steer clear of granite for your kitchen remodel.
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Autumn is in the air, and fall-ish decor is everywhere. So, what does it mean if your neighbor puts a teal pumpkin on display, instead of an orange one?
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