Libby Thompson
School
University Of Colorado At Boulder
Expertise
Home Maintenance, Gardening, Sustainability
- Libby has authored hundreds of articles about custom home building, the real estate process, and home design.
- She's passionate about financial literacy and the role of homeownership in creating generational wealth.
- She loves vegetable gardening and houseplants – though being a plant lover and cat parent presents some struggles.
Experience
From buying the right house for your needs to making that house feel cozy and bright, Libby is passionate about all things home and garden. As a news writer for House Digest, she has covered a wide range of topics, including how to choose companion plants, tips for DIY restorations, and ways to help the birds and the bees. Libby focuses on topics that help others reduce waste, save money, and improve their local ecosystems. With over seven years of freelance real estate writing experience, she has become an expert on the way our homes showcase our personalities and influence every facet of our lives.
Education
Libby graduated magna cum laude from the University of Colorado, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English and French with a minor in business.
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Stories By Libby Thompson
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You can plant this unique and colorful South African flower in your yard to draw in hummingbirds and help them combat the negative effects of climate change.
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If you have an awkward or unused stretch of kitchen counter, why not turn it into a cozy coffee bar? Learn how with this TikTok DIY inspiration.
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Plant towers can get expensive, but you can recreate a chic design by repurposing an affordable shower caddy with this simple DIY plant project.
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Carrying a golf ball in your pocket when going to see a potential home can help you identify some key structural aspects of the property with ease.
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If you haven't used your home bar in quite some time and are looking for an alternative, discover the cozy trend that will dominate on Pinterest in 2024.
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If you have experience with DIY home renos and want to find a creative way to close off an open space, try this affordable pocket door idea.
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Create stunning faux-marble bookends using wood blocks with this DIY project from Tiktok, an inexpensive and stylish way to organize your bookshelves.
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If you want your home to feel unique and well-decorated, there's one popular but tacky decor trend you should avoid at all costs, according to Pinterest.
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Are you growing grass from seed? Find out the one popular cleaning tool that could help you easily plant the seeds after spreading them over your lawn.
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Do you want your garden to have a sweet and natural fragrance? Discover a flower you can grow as a companion plant for your gorgeous petunias.
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Cleaning the food trap in your dishwasher is crucial to maintaining the appliance. Discover the purpose of this piece, where it's located, and how to access it.
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Do you want to add some color to a gravel path without spending lots of money? This DIY involving artificial grass could be exactly what you're looking for.
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Keeping your solar panels clean is important to improving their efficiency. Discover a specific WD-40 product that can remove dust and debris buildup.
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Are you selling your home soon and want to ensure everything is up to par? Discover one crucial patio problem you may be ignoring and how to fix it.
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Do you have large trees in your yard that have been damaged by wind or just need some extra support? Discover a genius technique that will help them stand tall.
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If you're a gardener on a budget, you may have discovered DIY fertilizer recipes that call for a common chemical. Discover what it is and if it's safe to use.