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

Family Handyman Editorial Policies

For more than seven decades, Family Handyman has been providing its audience with ideas, inspiration and step-by-step directions on how to maintain and enhance indoor and outdoor living spaces. In addition to having our own staff of experts, we hire individuals whose skills have been honed through years of experience in the building, plumbing and electrical trades, and as passionate homeowners who have translated DIY (do it yourself) skills into careers as respected creators.

Articles

10 Times Wind Chimes Turned Neighbors Into Enemies

From stealing to destroying, these not-so-neighborly stories will make you think twice before getting wind chimes!

why does my dog follow me into the bathroom

Why Does My Dog Follow Me to the Bathroom?

Why Does My Dog Follow Me Into the Bathroom?

10 Hands-Free Driving Devices You Need in Your Car Now

Many states have implemented the hands-free law that prohibits drivers from handling their cell phone while driving. And even if your state hasn't put the law on the books yet, it's a good idea to make it a habit for safety's sake. If your car isn't equipped with Bluetooth, keep you, your passengers, fellow drivers and pedestrians safer with these devices.