Stephanie Sisco

New York

Writer and Project Manager at Freelance

Home Editor @RealSimple magazine Never second guess who you are, where you have been and, most importantly, where it is you are going.

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Articles

The Simple Trick Our Editors Swear by to Stop Procrastinating and (Finally) Get Things Done

Jan 21, 2025 | realsimple.com | Stephanie Sisco |Maggie Seaver

Photo: Getty Images If concentration and productivity are a struggle for you these days (or anytime), you need a no-frills time management solution—and fast. There are a lot of productivity tips and dozens of fancy time management apps, all of them helpful to someone out there. But many people find that getting stuff done everyday shouldn't require a new download with bells, whistles, or subscription fees—it simply requires a plain old kitchen timer and a can-do mindset.
10 Habits of Highly Organized People to Inspire You

Dec 24, 2024 | realsimple.com | Stephanie Sisco

A vast, open storage area invites mess. It’s tempting to fill all that empty space with items that don’t belong together just because they fit—but once you do that, finding anything becomes a big chore. Compartments and containers are your fix. Add bins to an armoire to separate table linens (runners, napkins) from table accents (candlesticks, vases). Keep small pouches in a large handbag so pens, keys, and lip glosses don’t get jumbled at the bottom.
35 Brilliant Uses for the Magic Eraser

Jul 15, 2024 | realsimple.com | Stephanie Sisco |Leslie Corona

Some of our favorite ways to use the beloved stain-fighting sponge.
Who Should Sleep on a Hybrid Mattress?

Jun 25, 2024 | nymag.com | Stephanie Sisco

Photo-Illustration: The Strategist; Photos Getty Images Mattresses have come a long way in the last 30 years. Innerspring mattresses had been around for decades before memory-foam mattresses were introduced in the early 1990s, and hybrid mattresses are much more recent, having come out only within the last ten years or so.
How to Remove Turmeric Stains from Clothes, Counters, Dishes and More

May 22, 2024 | rd.com | Stephanie Sisco

Do you love Indian food? You’ll definitely want this information on how to remove turmeric stains from your clothing and your home.
How to Remove Chocolate Stains from Clothes, Carpet and Other Fabrics

May 22, 2024 | rd.com | Stephanie Sisco

No need to swear off chocolate after a spill or smudge. We've got expert advice on how to remove chocolate stains from every surface.
How Often Do You Need to Replace Your Mattress?

Apr 23, 2024 | nymag.com | Stephanie Sisco

Photo-Illustration: The Strategist; Photos Getty Images In general, a good-quality mattress should last seven to ten years. But you don’t have to replace a mattress just because it has reached that age.
How to Clean a Faucet Head to Get Rid of Buildup, According to the Pros

Apr 18, 2024 | msn.com | Stephanie Sisco

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Thanks to the Amazon Big Spring Sale, the newest Fire TV Stick 4K is on sale for just $30

Mar 22, 2024 | yahoo.com | Stephanie Sisco |Moriba Cummings

Are you still laboring under the weight of a cable TV bill every month? That's sooo last decade. Isn't it time to do something about this? (Spoiler alert: It is!) And there's never been a better opportunity to take care of that bit of business: We give you the new Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K for just $30 during the Amazon Big Spring Sale. If you're been on the hunt for the best deal on this streaming TV upgrade, this is one of the best we've found.
How to Clean a Faucet Head to Get Rid of Buildup, According to the Pros

Feb 1, 2024 | rd.com | Stephanie Sisco

These tips from the experts make it easy to clean your faucet head so it looks brand new—and works better too! Whether in the kitchen or the bathroom (or anywhere else, really!), buildup on faucet heads can lead to low flow and eventual bacterial growth—neither of which is desirable. For a pro-approved process for getting rid of the gunk, I called on my nearly 15 years of experience as an editor covering cleaning content.