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Kelly Dawson

  • Senior Editorial and Marketing Consultant, Freelance
Los Angeles
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Kelly Dawson’s Biography

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Take a look at my portfolio on kellymdawson.com and my consulting agency atthecrosswalk.com.

My writing has been published in nearly every major publication in America, most notably as a longtime contributor to Architectural Digest, Dwell, and Real Simple. My work has also appeared in The New York Times, Cup of Jo, Travel and Leisure, AFAR, Vox, and McSweeney's, among others. I’ve been the five-time guest editor for Refinery29's “Voices of Disability” series and Good Housekeeping's first-ever a…

Kelly Dawson’s Journalist Portfolio

Furniture Flippers Will Take That Dresser You’re Done With, Thank You

Furniture Flippers Will Take That Dresser You’re Done With, Thank You

In July 2019, Elle Woodworth was raising three children with her husband in Fort Myers, Fla. when she had an …

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This Big Island Home Was Once Three Houses in One-Now It's a Study in Restraint

This Big Island Home Was Once Three Houses in One-Now It's a Study in Restraint

Architect Brandon Jorgensen took on a midcentury house built by three surfer brothers, stripping away ad hoc …

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What Are the Best Neighborhoods in Los Angeles?

What Are the Best Neighborhoods in Los Angeles?

Zillow spotlights some of the best Los Angeles neighborhoods to live in for affordability, home value, lifest…

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Before & After: Shifting the Stairs Upgraded the View and the Vibe in This Sunken Den

Before & After: Shifting the Stairs Upgraded the View and the Vibe in This Sunken Den

Design firm Steppe set out to make the sunken office-slash-den in this Greenwich, Connecticut home feel cohes…

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From French Polynesia to Paris, These 11 Hotels Around the World Are Getting Accessibility Right

From French Polynesia to Paris, These 11 Hotels Around the World Are Getting Accessibility Right

The hotels on this list are as thoughtful about accessibility as they are about design, going beyond complian…

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I Cracked the Code on Making My 800-Square-Foot Home Feel Double the Size

I Cracked the Code on Making My 800-Square-Foot Home Feel Double the Size

Design writer Kelly Dawson, who lives in an 800-square-foot Los Angeles home, reveals the decorating hacks sh…

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Designers Say This Is the Easiest Way to Pick the Perfect Living Room Rug Color Original

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By Kelly Dawson, Kelly Dawson
| Real Simple Verified
Credit: Klaus Vedfelt/Getty Images When considering a living room’s essentials, it’s natural to think about which items you’ll need to actually use the space. A sofa is a must, of course, and likely the first item your mind wandered to. A television likely competed for that top spot, followed by a table to hold your snacks while lounging and streaming. But did you happen to consider an area rug in this exercise?
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5 Things You Should Do After Hydrangeas Bloom for Even More Flowers Next Year

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By Kelly Dawson
| Yahoo Singapore Verified
Key Takeaways Hydrangeas can take three or four years to fully bloom, so prioritize strong roots with rich, well-draining soil and seasonal feeding. Water deeply at the base and give each variety the right light, from full sun to afternoon shade. Plant or move hydrangeas in fall, and prune carefully to avoid cutting off next year's flower buds. Hydrangeas are a quintessential summer flower, blossoming like fireworks under blue skies.
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5 Things You Should Do After Hydrangeas Bloom for Even More Flowers Next Year

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By Kelly Dawson
| On The Mic with Yahoo Singapore
Key Takeaways Hydrangeas can take three or four years to fully bloom, so prioritize strong roots with rich, well-draining soil and seasonal feeding. Water deeply at the base and give each variety the right light, from full sun to afternoon shade. Plant or move hydrangeas in fall, and prune carefully to avoid cutting off next year's flower buds. Hydrangeas are a quintessential summer flower, blossoming like fireworks under blue skies.
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