Erika Hardison, Author at Home & Texture

Erika Hardison

Writing since January 2025• 88 stories contributed

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Erika Hardison is a staff writer for Home & Texture with a focus on home, art and culture. She currently writes Home & Texture’s homeownership news, home design trends and profile features. Erika’s work has been featured in several lifestyle and pop culture publications, including USA Today, HuffPo, Elite Daily, Book Riot and more. Erika was born and raised on the South Side of Chicago where she was immersed in art and Black culture by her immediate family and community. Erika fell in love with art and design and attended Long Island University where she initially majored in art education. However, the stars had other plans for her. Erika soon found herself excelling effortlessly in communication which prompted her to change her major to journalism. Since then, she's worked as a makeup artist, publicist, a social media manager and a freelance writer. When Erika isn't writing at Blavity she's working on Fabulize—an online and print magazine for Black feminist nerds. Erika is also an aspiring novelist and a vocal advocate for diverse literature and comics. She's currently writing a cozy, sapphic fantasy comic for Stacked Deck Press and Prism Comics. • First Black media professional to establish a Black intersectional nerd magazine • Previously worked as a book curator for NBA’s Stephen Curry's book club—highlighting Black and diverse literature • Runner-up in the Analog Award for Emerging Black Voices • Earned her bachelor’s degree in journalism from Long Island University Follow Erika @fabulizemag on Instagram, TikTok, and on Twitter.

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Oven Glass Door Cleaning Tips

It's okay to admit that even though you may love cooking, you may not know the proper way to clean a stove. While the kitchen might be a place you...

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Grants For Homeowners

Grants for homeowners serve to help people either secure the home of their dreams or for upgrades. Many grants are provided by the government but there are also grants created...

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Colorful Home Collections

Just when you might be getting in the mood to redecorate or refurnish your space, a new collection launches full of fresh inspiration for your home. Brands like Kohler, Jared...

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Banana Republic Home Decor

Sandra Stangl, Banana Republic's company’s chief executive, is optimistic about the future when it comes to Banana Republic and home decor. In a recent New York Times article, Stangl expressed...

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Decluttering With a Hoarder

Organizing your home can be tough if your home constantly creates more clutter afterward. It can be especially harder if your significant other is a hoarder—someone who collects things obsessively...

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Amazon Prime Day Pantry Deals

This Prime Day, make a promise to yourself and find some time to get those kitchen organizers you've been dying to get. Amazon Prime Day is here, and these pantry...

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Non-Pink Barbiecore Colors

It's hard to ignore the impact of Barbie or Barbiecore. On TikTok, the Barbiecore hashtag has already amassed over 469 million views. From fashion to home decor, Barbiecore is here...

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Astrology Stationery

Be Rooted's founder Jasmin Foster held an invite-only viewing Thursday of her upcoming Astrology Collection that will be available in Target later this year. In a recent interview, Foster shares...

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Modern Record Players

One of the perks of having your own space is having the ability to set up your entertainment. Now, you can finally indulge and give your vinyl records some love....

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Guest Rooms

When it comes to buying your first home, there are many things you may think about. Location, price, yard space, nearby schools and your commute are just a few. But...

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Backyard Deck

Budget-friendly backyard deck ideas are a great way to get up close and personal with your outdoor space. Not only can you save a few extra dollars upgrading your yard,...

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Gen Z Homeownership

You read that correctly. Gen Z is buying homes faster than Millennials. But how did that happen? Redfin, the real estate brokerage, broke down the analysis with their in-house Chief...

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Rattan Furniture

Now that summer is upon us, it's time to consider refreshing your decor with a few rattan furniture must-haves. Don't fret, these aren't your auntie's rattan furniture pieces from back...

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Backyard Summer Must Haves

Walmart took to Facebook Live with the help of host Lala Anthony to get shoppers' homes and backyards ready for summer. Anthony was joined by leading experts to weigh in on...

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Backyard Garden

If you're a homeowner and feel you got the shorter end of the stick when it comes to your backyard, don't worry. You can make the most of what you...

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Living Room

You might not know what a pelmet is by name, but you have undoubtedly seen it once or several times. Pelmets are window treatments that are usually made out of...

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News

Sheila Johnson, co-founder of the BET network, first Black American billionaire and author, has finally sold her 14.2-acre estate. Known as Salamander Farm, the Wellington, Virginia, property spans across three...

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Orchid Tips

It seems like everyone during the height of the pandemic discovered new hobbies to invest their time in. The same goes for Terry Richardson, who goes by the Black Thumb...

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Fair Housing

April is National Fair Housing Month, whose mission is to end housing discrimination across the country. This year commemorates the 55th anniversary of the passing of the Fair Housing Act,...

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Black History Pieces

Whether you are a new or seasoned homeowner, you may be looking for Black historical items to build your antique collection. Estate sales are perfect for obtaining a piece of...

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Black-Owned Coffee Brands

There is nothing that wakes people up more in the morning than the smell of a fresh pot of java. The only thing that could possibly be better is supporting...

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Outdoor Pendant Lighting

When it comes to decorating your home, it can be easy to forget to tend to the space surrounding your residence. Your outdoor space can quickly become neglected with all...

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