Tara King
After nearly 10 years working in the magazine industry, seasoned writer Tara decided to move on from her full-time position as a Content Editor and enter the exciting world of freelance, primarily covering the topics she’s most passionate about: interior design, wellbeing, craft and homemaking. As well as writing for Homes & Gardens, Ideal Home, Style at Home, Country Homes & Interiors (to name a few), Tara’s keen eye for styling combined with a passion for creating a happy – and functional – family home has led to a series of organization and cleaning features for H&G. She’s about to put her own advice to the test with an imminent house move from town to country, and no doubt discover more top tips along the way.
Latest articles by Tara King
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10 bedroom storage mistakes keeping you up at night – and how to fix them
Rest easy, these bedroom storage blunders are easily solved
By Tara King Published
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Kitchen wall storage ideas – 10 stylish ways to make walls work harder
Whether it’s smart storage hidden behind closed doors, or an eye-catching shelf display, transform your cooking space with these practical wall storage ideas
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How to organize a kitchen when you downsize – 11 ways to streamline your cookware collection
Make a smaller cooking space work for you with these efficient methods for organizing a kitchen when you downsize
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How to organize a kitchen island – 10 ways to achieve a practical prep space
Whether you use yours for cooking, entertaining, or a bit of both, discover the best ways to organize your kitchen island so it works for you
By Tara King Published
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How to organize your home before going on vacation – 10 pre-travel housekeeping tips
Tick these tasks off your to-do list to ensure your return is as stress-free as your vacation
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Decluttering makeup and skincare – 10 ways to streamline your stash beautifully
Ensure your beauty routine (and your skin) stays smooth with these top tips for decluttering makeup and skincare
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Cleaning with tea tree oil – 7 expert-approved ways to use this natural disinfectant
Natural, safe and inexpensive, tea tree oil is a green cleaning kit essential – here’s what you can do with it
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How to declutter books – 10 novel ways to streamline your collection
Ensure the happiest of endings with these expert tips on how to declutter books
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Where to put utensils in a kitchen without drawers – 10 alternative ways to contain your culinary tools
Keep utensils neat, tidy and close to hand with these savvy solutions for storing them in a kitchen without drawers
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Where to store spices in a small kitchen – 9 space-saving places to stash spices in style
Go big on flavor in your small kitchen with these savvy ideas for where to store spices
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How to fold clothes for packing – for wrinkle-free results and to free up space in your case
Take the stress out of packing by learning how to fold clothes the right way
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Organizing a small kitchen without a pantry – 10 ways to stop storage overspill
No pantry in your small kitchen? No problem. Here’s how to make the most of the space you’ve got, according to the pros
By Tara King Published
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How to hand-wash clothes – to keep your delicates in tip-top condition
Learn how to take care of clothes that require a more 'delicate' touch with our step-by-step guide, approved by the pros
By Tara King Published
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10 small living room organizing mistakes – and how to avoid them
Familiarize yourself with these small living room slip-ups ahead of organizing, so you don’t make the same mistakes…
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How to make more counter space in a small kitchen – 10 ways to curb the clutter
Looking to create more counter space without the hassle of renovating your small kitchen? Rest assured, it can be done – here’s how
By Tara King Published
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Outdated organizing rules you can break in a small closet
Find out which outdated rules the pros give you permission to break…
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Decluttering trends we’ve fallen out of love with in 2023
Discover which decluttering trends to ditch, and what to try instead – according to the pros
By Tara King Published
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How to declutter a small kitchen – 10 ways to streamline your cooking space with ease
Achieve your tidiest kitchen ever with these clever solutions for clearing out clutter
By Tara King Last updated
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Cleaning tips for allergy sufferers – reduce dust, pollen and mold allergens at home with these simple methods
Whether it’s pollen, dust or mold that gets up your nose, keep symptoms at bay with these top cleaning tips for allergy sufferers
By Tara King Published
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Can you clean a mattress with a carpet cleaner? Experts settle the debate so you can avoid damage
Can you clean a mattress with a carpet cleaner? It may do the job, but at what cost... the experts reveal all
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How to clean a new home before moving in – 12 ways to ensure a sparkling future
Knowing how to clean a new home before moving in can make a big difference, not just to your surroundings, but to your stress-levels, too. Here’s how
By Tara King Published
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How to fold blankets – easy ways with space-saving style
Whether you’re storing them or styling them, learn how to fold blankets so they look neat and tidy, and stay that way, too
By Tara King Published
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How to steam clean a mattress – to ensure a healthy night’s sleep
Discover how to steam clean a mattress to keep it germ-free and feeling fresh
By Tara King Published
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Decluttering checklist – 26 things you can clear out right now
Tackle these clutter hotspots and you’ll notice the difference straightaway
By Tara King Last updated