About Chelsey Bowen

Chelsey is a contributing writer for HGTV.com. As a mom of two little girls, her home mixes cozy comfort with a fair amount of glitter. She's passionate about paper calendars, planning unforgettable parties and baking the perfect buttermilk biscuits.

My Recent Work

Get Ready for Shark Week With These Fierce Finds

12 Pop-Up Tents You Need for Tailgating + Beyond

The Best Laundry Baskets and Hampers That Are Stylish and Functional

The Best Lawn Games to Amp Up the Fun This Summer

The Best Insulated Tumblers to Keep Your Drink Cold

The Best Gifts for 4-Year-Olds

The Best Toys and Gifts for 10-Year-Olds

The Best Toys and Gifts for 11-Year-Olds

The Best Toys and Gifts for 5-Year-Olds

The Best Gifts for 2-Year-Olds

The Best Toys for 9-Year-Olds

The Best Gifts for Babies, Kids and Tweens This Year

The Best Outdoor Fire Tables

The Best Diaper Backpacks of 2023 for Every Lifestyle

The Best Garage Fans to Keep You Cool This Season

The 11 Best Bug Zappers for Chemical-Free Pest Control

The Best Backyard Swing Sets for Kids

The 16 Best Stadium Seats for Comfort and Support

30 Gifts for Garden-Loving, Outdoorsy Dads

Galey Alix's Most Impressive Design Ideas 16 Photos

31 Blue Bathroom Design Ideas 31 Photos

12 Best Propane Fire Pits

18 Must-Haves to Pack for a Family Beach Trip

The Best Teak Outdoor Furniture and How to Clean It

The Best Indoor Fly Traps

What's Smart From HGTV Smart Home 2023 12 Photos

Page Turner's Best Design Ideas for Any Space 15 Photos

Kids

37 Smart Toy Storage Ideas 37 Photos

The 10 Best Kids' Playhouses

20 Ways to Create Holiday Magic for Small Kids 20 Photos

The 7 Best Tablets for Kids

The Best Backyard Swing Sets for Kids

STEM Gift Ideas for Building Kids' Ingenuity and Creativity

24 Ways to Keep Your Kids Busy This Summer 25 Photos

Awesomely Cool Furniture + Decor for an Epic Playroom

21 Ways to Organize Your Kid's Closet 21 Photos

9 Best Subscription Boxes for Kids

21 Buys to Help Kids Celebrate Earth Day Every Day

The Best Toys and Gifts for 11-Year-Olds

The Best Toys and Gifts for 5-Year-Olds

The Best Bags for Traveling With Kids

10 Backyard Games Kids Will Love

Entertain Kids This Summer With These 10 Activity Kits

The Best Board Games for Kids

20 Buys That Bring Fun Back to School 20 Photos

The Best Toys for 9-Year-Olds

The Best Gifts for 4-Year-Olds

Cooking With Kids Is Much More Enjoyable Thanks to This All-in-One Subscription Box

15 Things to Create a Kid-Ready Reading Nook 15 Photos

15 Must-Have Items for a Family Road Trip With Kids

The Best School Backpacks for Students of Every Age

Must-Have Gear for Hiking With Kids

The 40+ Best Kids' Halloween Costumes for 2022

The Best Toys and Gifts for 10-Year-Olds

Decor

20 Small-Space Nurseries That Are Big on Style 20 Photos

Modern Kitchen Renovation With Touches of Boho Charm 20 Photos

Say Yes to Decorating With Floral Prints 20 Photos

Rustic Farmhouse Meets Functional Firehouse 19 Photos

Christina Anstead Celebrates Baby #3 With a Boho Shower 18 Photos

Take a Sneak Peek at the New Episodes of 'Christina on the Coast' 16 Photos

Top Design Trends for Home and Apartment Renters 10 Photos

Open-Concept Kitchen is a Family-Friendly, Chef's Dream 20 Photos

30 Imaginative Kids' Playrooms 30 Photos

California Contemporary Main Suite Is Fresh + Bright 20 Photos

Christina Anstead Created a Boho Nursery for Her Newest Bundle of Joy 18 Photos

Modern Kitchen With Unexpected Design Ideas 20 Photos

20 Ways to Get Your Home in an Autumn Mood 20 Photos

20 Furniture Pieces That Never Go Out of Style 20 Photos

15 Game Rooms Designed for the Ultimate Hangout 15 Photos

Timeless Approach Modern Southwestern Style 15 Photos

Trend Alert: A Fresh Take on Old World Style 18 Photos

Charming Coastal Blue-and-White Design Inspiration 15 Photos

Simply Cool Ways to Decorate With Arctic Blue 12 Photos

Elevate Your Home With Equestrian Style 20 Photos

Trend Alert: Fluting Design 12 Photos

Explore the Design Plan for HGTV Dream Home 2021 10 Photos

How to Use Raw Materials 15 Photos

20 Ways to Make a Neutral Space Pop With Color 20 Photos

Charming Low Country Outdoor Designs Ideas 15 Photos

Chic, Contemporary Apartment 4 Photos

15 Unexpected Shiplap Ideas 15 Photos

Organization

21 Best Storage Benches for Every Room in the House

15 Best Vinyl Record Storage Ideas

The Best Photo Storage Boxes for Organizing Your Favorite Memories

Shop Storage and Organization Products from HGTV Urban Oasis 2021

The Best Laundry Baskets and Hampers That Are Stylish and Functional

17 Smart Kitchen Storage Ideas You'll Want to Try ASAP

28 Best Shower Caddies for Organized Showers

21 Ways to Organize Your Kid's Closet 21 Photos

The Ultimate Cleaning Schedule: How + When to Clean Everything in Your House 20 Photos

15 Easy Ways to Embrace a Minimalist Lifestyle 15 Photos

Genius Organizing Products We Discovered on TikTok and Instagram

The Best Organization Buys for Your Tweens and Teens

15 Best Organizers for Kids' Bathrooms

The Best Mom Hacks for Controlling Clutter 18 Photos

Luxurious, Feminine Master Closet 6 Photos

The Best Pot Racks to Organize Your Kitchen

16 Best Makeup Organizers for Every Space

The Best Over-the-Door Storage Racks and Organizers

Garage Organization: Hook and Hanger Ideas

15 Storage Solutions Under $50 to Help You Finally Get Organized

37 Smart Toy Storage Ideas 37 Photos

Simple Tips + Must-Have Organizers for a Clutter-Free Closet

25 Back-to-School Organizing Essentials We Love

The Best Space-Saving Garage Storage Solutions

These Genius Items Will Keep Your Car Clean on Family Road Trips

11 Best Garage Shelving Ideas