Ottilie Blackhall
Ottilie joined Homes & Gardens in 2024 as the News Writer on Solved, after finishing a Master's in Magazine Journalism at City, University of London. Now, as the Sleep Editor, she spends her days hunting deals and producing content on all things sleep – from mattresses and sheets to protectors and pillows, all of which she tests in her own home. She also has particular expertise in home fragrance, covering everything from candles to reed diffusers.
Previously, she has written for Livingetc and Motorsport Magazine, and also has a Master's degree in English Literature and History of Art from the University of Edinburgh, where she developed a love for inspiring interiors and architecture.
As a lover of maximalism, Ottilie enjoys hunting for vintage gems and antiques, as well as keeping up with the newest design trends.
Latest articles by Ottilie Blackhall
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IKEA's NÄSTABERG Mattress Topper 'Turns an Average Mattress Into a Divine One' – Its Reversible Design Is Made for Changing SeasonsPlus, it's super easy to wash
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Brooklinen’s Washed European Linen Quilt Adds Warmth Without Weight for Effortless Fall LayeringTransition your sleep space with the seasons
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Effortlessly Banish Bad Entryway Odors With This Non-Toxic Pantry Staple − It Leaves a 'Comforting Aroma' That's Perfect for FallIt neutralizes odors rather than just covering them, fragrance experts assure
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‘This Is What a Drying Rack Should Be’ − Joseph Joseph’s AirFrame Rack is Folding, Compact, and CleverBring your air-drying indoors for fall and winter
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Forget the Recommended 78 Degrees − This Preferred Temperature Helps You ‘Fall Asleep Faster and Stay Asleep Longer’A recent survey has set the new standard
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Getting Your Home Ready for Fall? Experts Say This One Overlooked HVAC Check Matters Most Right NowIt's a proven way to cut energy costs, too
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How to Make Portable Air Conditioner Window Seals Look More Attractive – 5 Simple Ways to Keep Your Space Cool Without Sacrificing StyleExpert-recommended tips from HVAC pros
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Not Quite a Comforter, Not Quite a Throw – Puredown Just Dropped the Perfect Transitional Bedding LayerTransform your sleep space ahead of the cooler months
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If You Make Your Bed Every Morning, You May Also Do These 5 Things Around the House – Psychology Says It’s No CoincidenceIt's a quick and simple start to a more streamlined routine
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This Non-Toxic Fabric Freshener Fights Odors Without Chemicals − The Garden-Inspired Scent Lasts Seven DaysRefresh your upholstery ahead of fall
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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This Pet-Safe, All-Purpose Vinegar Cleaner Naturally Removes Weeds and Mold from Patio Spaces Ahead of Fall − It’s Under $18It can be used for cleaning all around the house and yard
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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Skip the Chemical Mothballs – These $6 Cedar Blocks Naturally Protect Bedding in Storage All Season LongThey're a non-toxic alternative to mothballs
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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IKEA’s STICKAT Bed Pocket Is the Dorm Room Essential I Wish I’d Had for Easy, Affordable OrganizationThis new launch is a small space game-changer
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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Forget Cranking the AC – Ryō Wo Toru Is the Japanese Cooling Philosophy That 'Captures Coolness' to Find Relief from HeatA wellness expert explains how to harness all five senses
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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Best Mattress for a Guest Room − 6 Versatile Picks to Suit All SleepersBalance comfort and price with these tried-and-tested options and create a more comfortable and inviting sleep space for your friends and family
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7 Easy Ways to Keep Sheets from Balling Up In the Dryer − Recommended by Laundry ExpertsThese simple tricks prevent damp, tangled bedding
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Cluttered Garage? This Rubbermaid Storage Rail Is the Mid-Season Reset Your Space NeedsTurn chaos into calm before fall
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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Struggling to Sleep in the Heat? IKEA's 'Game-Changer' BLÅNEPETA Duvet Insert Is Made for Warm Weather – and It's Only $70It's the perfect end-of-summer swap
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ALDI's New Mini Table Fan Is the Under-$8 Buy Every Dorm Room Needs – It Keeps Small Spaces Cool Without Breaking the BankThe compact size is perfect for desks and nightstands
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IKEA's Chic $17 Seagrass Basket Is the Storage Hero Every Cluttered Corner Needs'I hope they never stop making these' − shoppers are buying multiple to organize their laundry rooms, dog toys, yarn, and more
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I Tested the Brooklyn Bedding Microcoil Mattress Topper – It Offers Impressive Comfort, but at a Steep PriceIt's the perfect luxury pick for firming up an old mattress
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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3 Dorm Room Feng Shui Tips to Boost Academic Success and Invite Good LuckThis is how to cut clutter, cleanse the energy, and allow your room to breathe
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Summer Humidity Can Leave Homes Damp and Musty – This $30 Moisture Absorber Is an Easy FixShoppers say this odorless moisture absorber 'actually works', helping to provide continuous, long-lasting freshness in the home
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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This 'Life-Changing' IKEA Smart Plug Transforms Any Lamp or Appliance into a Smart Home DeviceAnd it's only $14.99
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