
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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I Don’t Have AC, But These Clever ‘Instant-Chill’ Sheets Kept Me Cool All Night During a HeatwaveMade of a patented BlendTex material, they're game-changing during humid summer nights
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Move Over Citrus – Jo Malone’s New Summer Fragrance Collection Takes Inspiration From the Vegetable PatchFresh notes of tomato, beetroot, butternut, and carrot put an unexpectedly refreshing twist on summer scenting
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IKEA’s $9 Modern Laundry Basket Has Shoppers Buying Up to 8 to Organize Their Entire HomeThere are four bright colors to choose from, and they are useful for laundry, chores, crafts, organizing, pets, and more
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IKEA's $6.99 Hanging Dryer Makes Drying Small Items Anywhere Easier Than Ever − And Conveniently Folds for Simple StorageIt holds up to 16 socks, and shoppers have seen it last up to 15 years
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Say Goodbye to Bedding Clutter: This Clever $9 Storage Bag Makes Bedrooms Feel More Spacious and Tidy InstantlyThe durable design will last for seasons to come and will also help you easily store bulky beach towels when not in use
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The Best Mattresses to Buy in 2026 – Our Top Tried-and-Tested Recommendations from Our Favorite BrandsUpgrade your sleep space, whether you're a side, stomach, or hot sleeper, suffer from chronic pain, or share a bed – and on any budget
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I Tried the Low-Effort Japanese Kaizen Method to Quickly Improve My Sleep − It's So Easy to DoThis method helped me easily make impactful changes for more restful nights
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How We Test Mattress Toppers for Pressure Relief, Thermoregulation, Motion Isolation, and Edge SupportHere, we detail our thorough processes for carrying out meticulous assessments to bring you recommendations and reviews you can trust
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My Favorite Organic Cooling Mattress Is Now $1,500 Off – And It Makes Overheating at Night a Thing of the PastUpgrade now for comfortable summer nights at a fraction of the usual cost
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This 3-Tier Rolling Cart Is the Small Kitchen Storage Upgrade I Bought Twice – It Creates Instant Extra SpaceFun and flexible storage with a conveniently portable design
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The Chic Rattan Storage Boxes That Make Small Bedrooms Feel Bigger, Tidier, and More Expensive – and They’re Selling Out FastI'm adding them straight to my cart
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This Waterproof, Moisture-Wicking Mattress Protector 'Helps Defeat Allergens' According to Shoppers − It's Perfect for SummerIt effectively blocks 99.9% of allergens
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The $8 Non-Toxic Fragrant Fix for Keeping Mosquitoes Away This Summer – It's the Simple Solution to Save Al Fresco HostingIt's one of the oldest tricks in the book
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The 6 Best Cooling Mattress Toppers and Pads You Can Buy in 2026 – Tried and Tested Picks for Hot SleepersSleep Editor-approved options for all budgets and preferences
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5 Japanese Scenting Secrets to Create a ‘Clean, Restorative, and Mentally Calming’ HomeI noticed these soft, fresh, and floral notes everywhere I went on a recent two week trip
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IKEA's $11 Drying Rack Folds Completely Flat for Easy Storage so You can Keep Linens Smelling Fresh All Summer Without ClutterIt tucks away so easily, meaning you don't have to sacrifice vital floor space for this rack when it's not in use
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'Botanical Minimalism' Is the Summer Home Fragrance Trend for 2026 − And Design Experts Say 'Placement Is Key'Make home fragrancing part of your decor, rather than a stand-out device
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'The Perfect Balance Between Softness and Neck Support' − Shoppers Love This $40 Curved Memory Foam Pillow for Aching NecksIts contoured shape cradles your head as you sleep
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The 'Ice-Cold' Bedroom Scent That Instantly Tricks Your Brain Into Feeling Cooler on Humid NightsCertain notes instantly relax your mind and body on hot and clammy nights
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The 9 Best Cooling Sheets for Comfortable Sleep All Summer Long − Airy, Lightweight, and Breathable Picks for All BudgetsFrom textured linen to crisp percale, shop our selection of tried, tested, and recommended cooling bedding
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Every Tiny Japanese Hotel Room I Stayed In Replaced Closets with This Clever Space-Saving Solution − It Instantly Expands Your StorageIt's affordable and easy to maximize your storage without sacrificing floor space
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This Beautiful Vintage-Look Ceiling Fan Upgrade Is Packed With Surprisingly Modern Features for Easy Cooling and Energy-Saving Comfort This SummerIt's a simple, chic upgrade to your cooling setup
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We’ve Just Spotted Our Top-Rated and Quietest Fan at Its Lowest Price Ever − Say Goodbye to Restless Nights and Disturbed Sleep This SummerOver 30,000 were bought last month
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I Saw These Earthy Tatami Mats Everywhere in Japan − They're Natural Deodorizers and Fill Rooms with a Calming Natural ScentPlus, they support better sleep
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