Amiya Baratan
Amiya is the News Writer at Livingetc. She recently graduated with a Masters Degree in Magazine Journalism from City, University of London and has lent her words to beauty, fashion and health sections of lifestyle publications including Harper’s Bazaar and Women’s Health. Her experience as a research analyst has equipped her with an eye for emerging trends. When she’s off the clock, she can be found reading, listening to music or overanalysing her latest Co-Star update.
Latest articles by Amiya Baratan
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This Innovative Grow Light is the One Thing Your Indoor Garden is Missing — And It's Surprisingly Sleek
If your houseplants are sun-loving but don't have the luxury of large windows, this Amazon buy will save the day
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How to Make Your Kitchen Cabinets More Functional — 7 Expert Tips to Optimize Your Storage for Everyday Efficiency
These clever hacks will ensure that you're making the most of your kitchen cabinets and not losing out to wasted space
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How to Save a Dying Corn Plant — 5 Common Problems for Dracaena Fragrans and How to Fix Them
These hardy plants are easy to revive so there's hope for your corn plant yet
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10 Creative Gardening Hacks That Will Completely Transform Your Backyard — And Turn It Into a Green Haven
These game-changing tricks will have your yard looking fresher than ever
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How to Care for an Olive Tree Indoors — These Expert Tips Will Keep Your Plant Thriving All Year-Round
With these excellent care tips for olive trees, you won't be afraid to give these gorgeous plants pride of place in your home
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7 Drought-Tolerant Privacy Hedges That Screen Your Yard From Neigbors, And Are Easy to Maintain
These low-maintenance hedges offer effortless privacy through the hottest seasons of the year
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This Viral "Double-Duty" Furniture Trick is One of the Best Ways to Make a Small Home Work Harder
This clever furniture hack is both minimalistic and surprisingly chic
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What to Plant for a Fauna-Friendly Outdoor Space — An Expert's Guide to Wildlife Gardening
Attract insects, birds, and animals into your home with these foolproof tips that transform your backyard into a lively garden
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How to Grow Zinnias — The Pretty, Colorful Flowers That Bring Pollinators to Your Garden
The complete guide to growing Zinnias in your garden like a pro
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Kitchen Plants — 7 Blossoming Varieties to Bring into Your Cooking Space For Color and Freshness
Give your kitchen a green touch with these plants that do more than just sit pretty
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This Gardening Trend is the Perfect Way to Make Your Yard Feel Pretty and Whimsical, Say Landscape Designers
Turning fairytales into reality, these simple design tips will transform your garden into a wonderland
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6 Self-Seeding Plants You Should be Growing in Your Backyard for a (Mostly) Self-Sufficient Garden
All you need to do is seed once and enjoy the blooms for ages to come
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We Gave Professional Organizers $10 to Spend on Amazon — These Are the Clever Storage Hacks They'd Buy
21 fantastic affordable buys for a professionally organized home, endorsed by the experts
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How to Repair a Dog-Damaged Lawn — 3 Steps to Return Your Grass to Its Former Glory
Contrary to popular belief, you can have a dog and a perfectly manicured lawn all at the same time — here's how to fix damage caused by your pets
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This Genius Pathway Trick is Something Everyone With Gravel in Their Yard Should Know About
Bid adieu to messy gravel paths with this amazing hack for a perfectly designed outdoor space
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How to Stop Cushions Sliding on Outdoor Furniture — The Hack Everyone Should Try for Better Backyard Seating
Say goodbye to slipping cushions and constant readjustment with this smart outdoor furniture trick
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This Genius Plant Potting Trick Will Change How You Garden for Good — And It's Much Less Messy, Too
Genius and timesaving, this hack is an expert-approved game-changer for quick repotting
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5 Lessons We Learned From the Reese Witherspoon Kitchen Organization Makeover with The Home Edit
These basic yet essential organizational tips will leave you with a stunningly organized kitchen and have you saying: 'What? Like, it’s hard?'
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These "Forever Peonies" are Paris Hilton-Approved and "Last a Whole Year" in Your Home — Here's Their Secret
Tired of waiting for peony season to grab these seasonal beauties? Well we might've just found the answer to your prayers
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This Designer's Ratio Rule for Balanced Rooms Will Help You Create the Perfect Focal Point
Apply this rule to your current primary space to make it look like it's out of a showroom
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How to Grow a Peach Tree in Your Backyard — And Tips for a Healthy Harvest Each Year
Follow this guide to get these certified summer fruits to grow right in your backyard
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Fleabane Flower Makes the Perfect Whimsical Touch to Your Backyard if You Want a Cottage Garden Feel
Here's how to grow these mysterious daisy-like blooms for a magical touch to your backyard
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Did IKEA Just Make the Swivel Office Chair Stylish? This New Rattan Collection Looks Effortlessly Cool
IKEA's new rattan-inspired furniture represents everything we love about the Scandi brand — cool, calming, and seriously chic
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Ashley Tisdale’s Ochre Sofa Looks Like It’s Made From a Controversial Material We Think is on the Rise
This 'dated' fabric might be divisive, but Ashley's sofa proves it has a place in our homes
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