Karina Young

Writing since April 2024• 119 stories contributed

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Karina Young is a lifestyle writer, covering the latest home decor trends, DIYs, and ways to upgrade your home at Home and Texture. Her work has been featured in Been Worthy Media where she covered entertainment, culture, and pop news. Based in Charlotte, NC, Karina obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communications from Winthrop University. As one who has worked in radio, done podcasts, and created her own digital platform interviewing friends, she loves storytelling in whatever media medium. When she's not writing on home decor, you can find her brunching with her girls or binge watching her favorite comfort shows over and over. Keep up with her work on all social media platforms @itskarinay!

EVERYTHING MUST GO

Mudroom Essentials

One of the most convenient spaces of your home is found at the entrance — none other than the mudroom. A space for you to drop off bags, hang up...

Before & After

Having a workspace that inspires productivity helps you sit aside other numerous distractions and focus on your work. It makes you actually want to complete your to-do list. Whether you're...

Spring Cleaning Checklist

Nothing says refreshing your home, literally and figuratively, better than a spring clean. After holding it down for a year, there are spaces and spots in your home that are...

Target Statement Pieces

When it comes to interior design, there are endless decorative pieces that you can use to transform your home into a space that reflects your style and personality. And while...

Minimalist Gift Guide

You've probably heard the phrase "less is more," and while you may or may not live by it, we're guessing you know a minimalist in your life who really takes...

Home Edit Collection

If we had to guess, we'd bet that organizing your space is typically found somewhere on your to-do list. That's because we know you know that having a home that...

Modish Decor Interview

What started as a passion for interior design as a young kid quickly turned into profit for Chantal Bradley. Founder and CEO of Modish Decor Pillows, a luxury decorative pillow...

Easy Interior Refreshes

Revitalizing your home's interior doesn't always require grand gestures. There are many practical and easy ways to breathe fresh air into your living space. No need for extravagant overhauls or...

Black Owned Home Brands

Supporting our own comes with ease. As avid shoppers, shopping for Black-owned businesses and brands, big or small, is an unwritten rule. Here at Home and Texture, we want you...

ways to add warmth to your home

While the coldest months of the year are settling in, it's normal to want to add cozy corners to your home. Adding a sense of warmth to your space can...

Best Heaters

Cozy weather season is officially here, which means investing in an effective, quality space heater isn't such a bad idea. Sure, your air conditioning and heating systems will do the...

DIY Glitter Ornaments

Christmas tree decorations look like anything you can imagine. That said, specialty ornaments come with a price, and with it being a season of giving, you're going to want to...

Plaid Pattern Ideas

More often than not, plaid is typically associated with old, more traditional looks. Some may even say it's outdated and has no room in the interior design space. However, plaid...

Wayfair Early Black Fridays Deals

In anticipation of the upcoming holiday season, Wayfair has rolled out its early Black Friday sale—the perfect opportunity to get amazing deals on stylish and functional home decor and furnishings....

Fall Simmer Pot Recipes

Fall is in the air, and it smells delicious. There are a variety of ways to bring classic fall scents into your home—scented candles, room mists, plug-ins, air fresheners—the options...

Picking Paint Colors

When designing a home, there's a certain message you want to portray in each room of your house. Whether you're going for homey, relaxed, calm, fun, or bold, that message...

Winnie Harlow Home

Winnie Harlow is the epitome of beauty, inside and out. The 29-year-old supermodel gained prominence after appearing on America's Next Top Model. Since then, she's built her career and has...

Curtain Deals

When it comes to implementing style into your home, curtains are a great way to show that off. Whether it's your bedroom, the living room, or your kitchen, curtains will...

DIY Fabric Wall Art

Creating your own wall art not only allows you to be expressive and creative but also allows you to have a hand in shaping the ambiance of your living space,...

Best Sound Bars

If you can't have front-row seats to your favorite sporting event, the second best option is a brand new sound system for your entertainment area. Welcome an upgrade into your...

Faux Plants

Being a beginner plant mom or plant dad isn't for the weak. The truth is not everyone was born with a green thumb. Many times you find yourself purchasing a...

Summer Kitchen Gadgets

Summer is still here, which means it's not too late to create your favorite summer food and drinks. Like any person who loves to spend time in the kitchen, having...

Vanity Desks

A makeup vanity is a must-have for any person who loves all things beauty, organization, and the glamour lifestyle. It's a dressing table designed to store products of your choice...

Amazon Smart Gadgets

Are you wanting to transition your home into a smart home? Investing and installing smart home technology in your home is one of the best decisions you can make. It...

DIY Textured Wall Art

Adding art to your walls is one of the best ways to elevate the look of your home. According to social media, the new trend in home decor is textured...

Mirror Walls

Finding a way to use extra wall space to elevate your home can be exhausting. Due to the overwhelming amount of home renovation ideas, it's hard to really figure out...

Budget Friendly Housewarming Gifts

So you've been invited to a housewarming party and you're short on time and money for a gift. No worries! You can find the perfect housewarming gift at a low...

Cool Pillows

Summertime is here, and sweating in your sleep is uncomfortable and annoying. If you're naturally a hot sleeper and suffer from nightly sweats, you should consider a cooling pillow. Cooling...

Cherry Cabinets

Cherry toned cabinets have been around for years. They've been a staple in homes for centuries and will be for more years to come. If the cherry cabinets are feeling...

Karina Young

EVERYTHING MUST GO

Mudroom Essentials

EVERYTHING MUST GO

Before & After

EVERYTHING MUST GO

Spring Cleaning Checklist

EVERYTHING MUST GO

Target Statement Pieces

EVERYTHING MUST GO

Minimalist Gift Guide

EVERYTHING MUST GO

Home Edit Collection

EVERYTHING MUST GO

Modish Decor Interview

EVERYTHING MUST GO

Easy Interior Refreshes

EVERYTHING MUST GO

Black Owned Home Brands

EVERYTHING MUST GO

ways to add warmth to your home

EVERYTHING MUST GO

Best Heaters

EVERYTHING MUST GO

DIY Glitter Ornaments

EVERYTHING MUST GO

Plaid Pattern Ideas

EVERYTHING MUST GO

Wayfair Early Black Fridays Deals

EVERYTHING MUST GO

Fall Simmer Pot Recipes

EVERYTHING MUST GO

Picking Paint Colors

EVERYTHING MUST GO

Winnie Harlow Home

EVERYTHING MUST GO

Curtain Deals

EVERYTHING MUST GO

DIY Fabric Wall Art

EVERYTHING MUST GO

Best Sound Bars

EVERYTHING MUST GO

Faux Plants

EVERYTHING MUST GO

Summer Kitchen Gadgets

EVERYTHING MUST GO

Vanity Desks

EVERYTHING MUST GO

Amazon Smart Gadgets

EVERYTHING MUST GO

DIY Textured Wall Art

EVERYTHING MUST GO

Mirror Walls

EVERYTHING MUST GO

Budget Friendly Housewarming Gifts

EVERYTHING MUST GO

Cool Pillows

EVERYTHING MUST GO

Cherry Cabinets

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