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Alexa Erickson

location-pin Newport Beach, California

School: BA, Journalism, University of Tampa

Expertise: home design, home improvement, product recommendations

Alexa Erickson

  • Published in Family Handyman, Reader's Digest, Bob Vila, Martha Stewart and more.
  • Written more than 50 articles for Family Handyman on a range of topics, including home design, DIY home improvement projects, and storage and organization.
  • BA, Journalism, University of Tampa.

Experience

Alexa Erickson is an experienced lifestyle writer who has contributed to Family Handyman, Reader's Digest, Martha Stewart, Bob Vila and Thrillist. She’s written more than 50 articles for Family Handyman on a range of topics, including home design, DIY home improvement projects, and storage and organization. Additionally, she runs her own website, Living by Lex, where she writes about home decor, travel, tech and more.

Education

BA, Journalism, University of Tampa

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Articles

A hand holds a car key fob, pressing a button near a silver car's door handle, indicating an attempt to unlock the vehicle.

The Secret Powers of Your Key Fob You Need to Know

It can do more than lock and unlock your doors.
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15 Pumpkin Painting Ideas for Halloween

Chic stripes, bold metallics and ghoulish faces are just some of the brilliant ideas for your festive painted pumpkins.
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11 Things You Should NOT Do With Your Fallen Leaves

If you don't want to annoy your neighbors, harm the environment or create a health risk, avoid these bad practices for dealing with fallen leaves.