4 Reasons You Should Be Thrift Store Shopping When Decorating Your First Apartment

March 22, 2019 | By Shea AuthorMy First Apartment

If you’re looking to move into your first apartment or already have your move planned, you know that the experience, while exciting, can be costly. From the actual expense of moving to decorating your place, there’s a lot to budget for. That’s why you should give thrift store shopping some thought, especially when decorating and…

Thrift Shop Decorating: 5 Basic Rules of Second-Hand Shopping

June 12, 2016 | By Eliza AuthorMy First Apartment

The idea of furnishing a new apartment, in addition to paying rent, is the stuff of nightmares for those of us paying off loans. Add the Pinterest-induced pressure of accent pieces, space-saving DIY projects, and words like “minimalist,” “bohemian,” and “shabby chic,” and one wants to throw their hands up and sleep on an air…

Furnishing Your First Apartment: The Dos and Don’ts of Thrift Store and Yard Sale Shopping

September 9, 2013 | By Audra AuthorMy First Apartment

I don’t know about you, but I love a good bargain and so do my fellow first apartment bloggers who have shared many tricks for furnishing with minimal budgets. However, bargain shopping can have some very serious drawbacks if you aren’t sure what to look for or you aren’t prepared for what could go wrong.…

How Can Thrifting Save You Money Furnishing Your First Apartment?

June 10, 2021 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

As you furnish your apartment, you might think about going to a thrift store to save some money, which makes sense. Despite some misconceptions about thrifted items, you can find an array of furniture at thrift stores, including some in excellent condition at a great price. That said, if you’ve never been thrifting before, there…

Thrifted Furnishings — How To Furnish Your Apartment For Less

July 26, 2018 | By Dedreanna AuthorMy First Apartment

I am a self professed thrift store queen, and I hate paying full price for anything — including furniture. I’m the kind of person who sees something on the side of the street and tries to figure out ways I can use it in my house, because I love free items that much. My first…

Thrifting for Apartment Decor- Where, How and What?

May 17, 2017 | By Dedreanna AuthorMy First Apartment

For me, one of the most exciting things about getting my own apartment was being able to decorate a space of my own. I’ve always loved finding a good deal, and thrifting is a great way to get home décor on a budget. Where? My favorite places to thrift are actual thrift stores (will vary…

Alexandra’s One Big IKEA Shopping Spree Gets Her Studio Furnished!

January 31, 2013 | By Alexandra AuthorMy First Apartment

Just when you thought the hard work had all been done – you’ve found a place, negotiated with the landlord, signed the lease and collected the keys – you open the doors to nothing more but a shell. It is then that the real task begins – furnishing your new apartment. For some, the term…

7 Great Super Last-Moment Halloween Party Ideas for Your Apartment

October 27, 2022 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Halloween is this Monday, and if you don’t have plans yet, you may want to consider throwing together a last-minute party for you and your friends. Planning a Halloween party with limited time can be intimidating, but here are seven perfect last-moment party ideas to try out in your apartment this year. A scary movie…

Cheap Ways to Upgrade Your Wardrobe for Your New Job

September 1, 2017 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

Moving into your first apartment is a huge step in adulting. In a lot of cases, first apartment-ers have just landed their first big job or got a promotion from their company, which puts them in a position to gain some independence (aka pay for an apartment). Part of adulting in a new job (or…

Save or Splurge: Furniture & Decor

September 19, 2015 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

So you’re finally in your new place and it looks…drab. That’s pretty common in rental apartments. They specialize in beige: carpets, walls, counters…you get the picture. If you didn’t bring much apartment decor with you during your move, you’re probably eager to get started on sprucing the place up. But, what items deserve a splurge,…