Ginny Bartolone

Contributing Writer

For the past ten years, Ginny Bartolone has encouraged readers to enhance their DIY skills in a wide range of home and lifestyle topics.

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Ginny Bartolone
Ginny Bartolone

About

For the past ten years, Ginny has encouraged readers to enhance their DIY skills in a wide range of home and lifestyle topics. In the home renovation and design realm, she’s written for Angi, Forbes Home, and Thumbtack on everything from home architectural styles to landscaping guides. Additionally, her writing experience includes the following:

  • Profiling leaders in the country club industry for Club + Resort Chef

  • Analyzing educational pathways for Niche and Noodle

  • Encouraging personal finance literacy for Common Bond

  • Inspiring couples to plan weddings on OffBeat Bride, Shutterfly, and The Inspired Bride

She has also managed her own blog since 2011 and is currently completing a book about long-distance hiking.

Hometown: New York, NY

Passions: Gardening, indoor plant care, landscape design, finding your personalized home design style

Favorite home style: Prewar NYC apartments that need a little love

Articles
Ginny Bartolone  •  Aug 4, 2026
Shine a Spotlight on Your Exterior With These 11 Outdoor Lighting Tips
Outdoor lighting is not just about letting trick-or-treaters know you're home. Highlight both the style and safety of your house with 11 exterior lighting tips.
Ginny Bartolone  •  Aug 4, 2026
Passive House Design and the Future of Eco-Conscious Architecture
What type of building handles most of its own heating and cooling? Take a look at how passive design lowers carbon footprint while increasing comfort.
Ginny Bartolone  •  Aug 4, 2026
Up Your Hobby Game by Organizing Your Craft Room Like the Pros
How would a pro organizer handle your piles of pom-poms, ribbons, and pipe cleaners? Transform your craft corner into a space ready for your next idea.
Ginny Bartolone  •  Aug 4, 2026
Starter Home vs. Forever Home: How to Decide What's Best For You
Deciding between a starter home and a forever home is a huge decision. Let's compare both options so you can make the right choice for you.
Ginny Bartolone  •  Aug 4, 2026
Your Guide to Growing and Caring for a Fig Tree at Home
Did you know that you can grow and care for a fig tree as far north as Chicago? Here's what you need to know about proper fig tree planting.
Ginny Bartolone  •  Aug 4, 2026
10 Surprising Uses for Dish Soap Around the House
Before sprinting out to the store for carpet stain remover, pesticides, or rock salt, there may be a secret weapon hiding in plain sight. Dish soap uses its grease-fighting powers to take on many home chores—offering an easy and cost-friendly solution for
Ginny Bartolone  •  Aug 4, 2026
How Much Does It Cost to Replace a Garage Roof in Washington, D.C.? [2026 Data]
The cost to replace a garage roof in Washington, D.C., varies based on several factors, including the roof’s size and material.
Ginny Bartolone  •  Aug 4, 2026
How Much Does It Cost to Replace a Garage Roof in Atlanta, GA? [2026 Data]
The cost to replace a garage roof in Atlanta, GA, varies based on several factors, including the roof’s size and material.