Rebecca Knight
Rebecca is the News Editor at Homes and Gardens. She has worked as a homes and interiors journalist for over four years. She began interning at various publications such as Scottish Woman Magazine and The Mail on Sunday's Event Magazine whilst studying for a bachelor's degree in Modern History at the University of St Andrews. After graduating she attained her Masters in Magazine Journalism at City, University of London in 2018, and interned at Harper's Bazaar and Town & Country.
She started her career as a feature writer for Women's Weekly Magazines, before joining the Ideal Home digital team covering news and features. Whilst working on Ideal Home she developed an interest in property news and covered breaking stories around house prices and interviewed key industry figures. In 2020 she was nominated and highly commended in the AOP Digital Rising Star category for her work on Ideal Home.
Last year she moved into the role of News Editor, covering everything from celebrity news to the latest homes trends. Her style is heavily influenced by the Arts and Crafts movement and has a soft spot for Morris & Co prints. She enjoys crafting and is currently transforming some of her favorite Liberty London fabrics into cushion covers for her flat in London.
Latest articles by Rebecca Knight
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How to grow potatoes – fail-safe steps for brilliant results
Grow your own potatoes and you can harvest for everything from fries to frittatas
By Rebecca Knight Published
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How to keep a Christmas tree alive – expert advice to make it last
Discover how to keep a Christmas tree alive with knowhow from Monty Don
By Rebecca Knight Published
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How to get rid of crabgrass – easy steps to a weed-free lawn
Experts reveal how to get rid of crabgrass and how to prevent the weed from taking root in your lawn
By Rebecca Knight Published
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How to tile a wall – for professional-style results
Follow our step-by-step guide for the lowdown on how to tile a wall yourself
By Rebecca Knight Last updated
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How to style a bed – a five-star hotel guide to dressing, layering and styling a bed
Styling a bed beautifully can give your bedroom a boutique hotel feel that's smart and elegant. Here's how
By Rebecca Knight Last updated
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How to wallpaper a room – expert advice for how to hang wallpaper
Follow our step-by-step guide to how to wallpaper a room, including expert tips and the best ways to prepare walls, so you can hang wallpaper to perfection
By Rebecca Knight Last updated
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How to get rid of wasps
Stay sting and fuss-free. This is how to get rid of wasps inside and in the yard
By Rebecca Knight Last updated
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How to grow garlic – a step by step guide to growing from cloves
Learn how to successfully grow this favorite crop, whatever the size of your garden or patio
By Rebecca Knight Last updated
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How to lay bathroom floor tiles – for a professional finish
Discover how to lay bathroom floor tiles and create a stylish and easy-care finish
By Rebecca Knight Published
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The Home Edit's Joanna and Clea share their golden rules for keeping a fridge organized
The Home Edit founders share their tips for keeping a fridge in order exclusively with H&G
By Rebecca Knight Published
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Planning a renovation? The Homebuilding and Renovating show is an essential visit
The National Homebuilding and Renovating show is returning to the NEC Birmingham in March
By Rebecca Knight Published
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Best place to buy a house in the US in 2022 – the hottest US housing market to invest in
Zillow has revealed the surprising location to be named one of the best places to buy a house in the US in 2022
By Rebecca Knight Published
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Marie Kondo reveals the one thing she tells her clients to never throw away
Marie Kondo has one important exception to her decluttering rules
By Rebecca Knight Published
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1stDibs showcases 1st21: a not-to-be-missed list of 21 extraordinary designs
1st21 celebrates the history of 1stDibs with their top 21 objets – and these are our five favorite pieces from the list
By Rebecca Knight Published
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Revealed: Dulux Color of the Year 2022 – the ultimate paint color for small spaces
The Creative Director of Dulux explains why Bright Skies is the perfect choice for small rooms and the best way to use it. Hint: it's not on the walls
By Rebecca Knight Published
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Explore this rare Octagon House in San Francisco – on sale for $8,600,000
The historic eight-sided house built in 1857 is one of only two Octagon homes left in San Francisco
By Rebecca Knight Published
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Harry Winston's former Fifth Avenue home is on the market for $32.5 Million
The King of Diamonds' former apartment is one of the most beautiful and desired addresses in New York City
By Rebecca Knight Published
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The 3 colors to decorate with this year – Geraldine Tan shares how pastel colors are changing
The award-winning interiors blogger predicts how the pastel color trend is going to be made over for the new season
By Rebecca Knight Published
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How to plan kitchen lighting — create a scheme in sync with your routine
Get expert advice on how to plan kitchen lighting to create a scheme that's clever, good-looking and hard working
By Rebecca Knight Published
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The three golden rules for pairing colors – interiors expert Geraldine Tan shares her secrets
The founder of award-winning interiors blog Little Big Bell shares her rules for pairing colors and making unlikely combinations work
By Rebecca Knight Published
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Selling Sunset's Jason Oppenheim shares his controversial advice for homebuyers considering a renovation project
Choosing between a turn-key house or renovation? Selling Sunset's Jason Oppenheim's property advice will make up your mind
By Rebecca Knight Published
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Jimmy Fallon's house is on the market for $15 million - explore the comedian's eccentric home
The late-night talk show host's New York home is a mix of antique treasures and vibrant color
By Rebecca Knight Published
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The new luxury Dulux Heritage Range launches next month – could it be the next Farrow & Ball?
Promising an incredible 112 shades with an opulent velvet finish the Dulux Heritage Range could be the next insider decorating secret
By Rebecca Knight Published
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Monty Don's warning about compost – heed his advice or risk attracting rats
The Gardener's World presenter shared his compost tips and a word of warning about what we should and shouldn't be composting
By Rebecca Knight Published