Lauren Thomann

Lauren Thomann is a home projects and DIY expert and business owner. She is currently in the process of renovating a 1916 bungalow. As a vintage enthusiast, she approaches her DIY projects with practicality and preservation in mind.

Highlights

13+ years experience in the antique jewelry business
Launched Ageless Heirlooms in 2006 and Heirlooms at Home in 2018
3+ years writing on home and lifestyle topics related to home DIY, antiques, and renovations

Experience

Lauren's penchant for antiques shaped her career buying and selling antique jewelry. In 2014, Lauren joined The Spruce and The Spruce Pets as an expert writer, focused on fine jewelry topics. Along with loving old things with a story, Lauren has a knack for crafting. She makes jewelry using reclaimed pieces and enjoys painting and other creative endeavors.

Currently, she is renovating a 1916 bungalow and is tackling many home-related DIY projects. She has been contributing home and DIY content to The Spruce and The Spruce Pets since its launch in 2017.

Education

Lauren earned a dual bachelor's degree in English and linguistics from the University at Buffalo in 2007. Lauren is also self-taught and taught through many apprentice-like relationships. Similarly, she completed several diamond and gemstone courses at the Gemological Institute of America in NYC.

To Lauren, learning is a never-ending process. She further develops her skills through various workshops, online courses, and reading. She enjoys a challenge and finding new ways to express herself through the written word.

Expertise: Antiques, DIY, Home Renovation

Education: University at Buffalo

Location: Buffalo, NY

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