About
Evelyn Auer is an associate editor for the Performance team at BobVila.com. She primarily covers reviews, how-tos, and home maintenance articles for the Performance team. Prior to joining BobVila.com, she contributed to publications in the home, art, and lifestyle spaces.
Experience
In her early career, much of Evelyn’s work centered on her hometown of Indianapolis. For the magazine Life on Tinker Street, she covered local businesses and events in the historic neighborhood where she grew up. Some of her favorite work has featured the city’s notable historical sites such as the Madam Walker Theatre and the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site. In her work for PATTERN, she covered community events and interviewed local artists, musicians, and entrepreneurs. Most recently, she has channeled her interests in sustainability and home improvement to cover everything from pest control to fireplace maintenance on BobVila.com.
Education
Evelyn attended Indiana University—Purdue University Indianapolis and graduated in 2020 with a Bachelor of Arts in English.
Highlights
- Specialties and interests: Sustainability, design, and reviews. When not writing, Evelyn enjoys reading, knitting and sewing her own clothes, and traveling.
- Education: Bachelor of Arts in English from Indiana University—Purdue University Indianapolis
- Other work: Evelyn has contributed to a number of magazines and websites including PATTERN, Indianapolis Monthly, and Life on Tinker Street.
Best DIY Advice
As an avid crafter, Evelyn’s best DIY advice is to be kind to yourself and embrace mistakes—they make seam rippers for a reason!
More from Evelyn Auer
Drain Flies vs. Fruit Flies: Tips for Identification and Prevention Drain Flies vs. Fruit Flies: Tips for Identification and Prevention
By Sandi Schwartz, Updated by Evelyn Auer
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What Causes Paint Bubbling on a Wall—and How You Can Fix It What Causes Paint Bubbling on a Wall—and How You Can Fix It
By Bob Vila, Updated by Evelyn Auer
September 17, 2024
How to Get Rid of Raccoons in 9 Simple Steps How to Get Rid of Raccoons in 9 Simple Steps
By Bob Vila, Evelyn Auer
September 5, 2024
Solved! 6 Early Signs of Bed Bugs to Never Ignore Solved! 6 Early Signs of Bed Bugs to Never Ignore
By Evelyn Auer
September 5, 2024
How To Get Rid of Hornets Safely and Effectively How To Get Rid of Hornets Safely and Effectively
By Meghan Wentland, Evelyn Auer
September 5, 2024
Help! What Are Those Tiny Black Bugs in the Bathroom? Help! What Are Those Tiny Black Bugs in the Bathroom?
By Evelyn Auer
September 5, 2024
The Best Home Security Systems, Picked by Editors The Best Home Security Systems, Picked by Editors
August 22, 2024
The 5 Best Garage Organization Companies of 2024 The 5 Best Garage Organization Companies of 2024
By Katie Flannery, Evelyn Auer
August 22, 2024
The 6 Best Closet Design Companies of 2024 The 6 Best Closet Design Companies of 2024
August 22, 2024
The Best Interior Design Services of 2024 The Best Interior Design Services of 2024
August 22, 2024
The 5 Best Mold Removal Companies in America The 5 Best Mold Removal Companies in America
By Nicole Fallon-Peek, Evelyn Auer
August 22, 2024
The 4 Best Window Replacement Companies of 2024 The 4 Best Window Replacement Companies of 2024
By Tom Scalisi, Catherine Hiles, Evelyn Auer
August 22, 2024