Amanda Garrity
Amanda Garrity is a lifestyle writer and editor with over seven years of experience, including five years on staff at Good Housekeeping, where she covered all things home and holiday, including the latest interior design trends, inspiring DIY ideas and gift guides for any (and every) occasion. She also has a soft spot for feel-good TV, so you can catch her writing about popular shows like Virgin River, Sweet Magnolias, Hallmark Channel’s When Calls the Heart and more.
How to Get Rid of the Lingering Cat Pee Smell Once and for All
You'll want to act quickly.
100 Short and Sweet Messages to Write in a Mother's Day Card
Here's how to tell her how much she means to you on her special day.
75 Cute DIY Mother's Day Gifts to Show How Much You Care
Last-minute ideas with a homemade touch.
How to Hand-Wash Clothes in Your Sink Like a Pro
Follow these foolproof instructions to hand-wash your favorite sweaters and more.
How to Get Blood Out of Clothes, According to Cleaning Experts
Don't give up on your favorite jeans until you try these tips.
What Is Laundry Stripping and Should You Try It?
Our cleaning expert shares her honest opinion.
The Ultimate Guide on How to Clean Your Washing Machine
Plus the dirty truth about how often you should be cleaning it.
78 DIY Easter Decoration Ideas for a Colorful Spring Celebration
Add a pop of pastel to every room in the house.
42 Creative Ideas of What to Give up for Lent
Get ready for Easter with these Lenten sacrifices.
The 45 Most Talked About Oscars Dresses of All Time
From Ariana Grande's Glinda gown to Billy Porter's tuxedo dress, these Oscars red carpet looks are unforgettable.
100 Best Organizing Tips for Every Room in the House
From the entryway all the way to the bedroom, we've got you covered.
The Easiest Way to Clean a Microwave, Inside and Out
Follow this expert advice to keep grease, stuck-on food and dirt at bay.
Where Is 'Sweet Magnolias' Filmed? All the Real Places Seen in the Netflix Show
You can visit so many of the locations in real life, including Serenity's Corner Spa.
How to Read All of Sherryl Woods's 'Sweet Magnolias' Books in Order
Experience Serenity in a whole new way by reading the books that inspired the hit Netflix show.
How to Clean Tarnished Silver, According to Cleaning Experts
We tried four different methods — and, they all worked.
Where Is 'When Calls the Heart' Filmed? How Hallmark Makes Hope Valley Look Like a Real Place
Hearties can visit the fictional mining town during a special event each year.
29 Best Virtual and Digital Gifts for Last-Minute Shoppers
Waited until the eleventh hour? Good news: These creative gift ideas can all be sent electronically.
Where to Watch and Stream 'A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving' Online for Free This Weekend
Here's how to watch the Peanuts classic this holiday season.
38 Hilarious Gag Gifts for a Prank-Filled Holiday Gift Exchange
Nothing beats a cheap, unique and clever novelty gift.
Heidi Klum's Best Halloween Costumes of All Time
The Queen of Halloween is phoning it home for her costume in 2024!
12 Simple Ways to Support Veterans on Veterans Day 2024 and Beyond
Give back to those who've sacrificed so much for you and your fellow Americans.
129 Easy DIY Halloween Costumes You Can Make
You'd be surprised what scary, trendy and funny looks you can make with things you already own.
25 Cozy Breakfast Nook Ideas That Pack Style Into a Small Space
Whether you love farmhouse or modern looks, sip your morning coffee from a cute and dreamy dining area.
90 Unique Christmas Tree Ideas to Try This Year
These Christmas tree decorations make the holiday more magical.
80 Homemade Christmas Ornaments to Spruce up Your Tree
We promise you'll have the most unique one in town.
48 Impressive Homemade Halloween Costumes for the Whole Family
If creativity is in your blood, you've come to the right place. See the best looks for kids and adults.
50 Best Gingerbread House Ideas That'll Take First Prize in Any Competition
From simple and elegant designs to unique and funny decorations, these DIY ideas top all others.
59 Best Adult Halloween Games and Activities for Fun All October Long
From pumpkin tic-tac-toe to blind cocktail-tasting tests and murder mystery games, and everything in between.
24 Frightful Halloween Cocktails to Make for Your Spooky Bash
Sip on these scary-good drinks all October!
Amazon Shoppers Are Obsessed With Stasher Reusable Storage Bags
Our kitchen pros at the Good Housekeeping Institute swear by them, too.
12 Marshalls Shopping Hacks That Will Help You Save Even More
Yes, all the different price tag colors mean something.
10 Best Laundry Baskets, According to Cleaning Experts
Store dirty clothes in these top-tested hampers that are both stylish and functional.