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Alissa

I've lived in apartments in 6 cities (including 2 foreign countries). Does that make me an expert? As of now, my ceiling isn't leaking and I don't have rodents (knock on wood) -- so I'm going to say yes . . . but ask me again tomorrow:) These days, I'm enjoying life Chicago style, but my years in Brooklyn are never far from my mind. P.S. By day I work at Cars.com, but these opinions are totally, 100% my own.
Back-to-School With Brita® & Target. Plus, Win a $25 gift card!
Back-to-School With Brita® & Target. Plus, Win a $25 gift card!

Back-to-School With Brita® & Target. Plus, Win a $25 gift card!

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The giveaway is over and the lucky winner of the $25 Target gift certificate is Linda, whose must-have item was a mini-fridge.  Thanks to all participants! This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of Brita. All opinions are 100% mine. He-YO it’s nearly time for back to school. Hopefully, you’ve enjoyed some summer…
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Five Tips to Keep You and Your Apartment Safe This Holiday Season
Five Tips to Keep You and Your Apartment Safe This Holiday Season

Five Tips to Keep You and Your Apartment Safe This Holiday Season

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If you’re counting down the days before travelling home for the holidays, you’re not alone! Lazing about your childhood bedroom, eating hot dinners prepared by Cafe Mom and Dad…what’s not to love?  Wouldn’t it be better, though, if you weren’t worrying about whether your apartment was going to be get broken into while you were…
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Should You Work With An Interior Designer?
Should You Work With An Interior Designer?

Should You Work With An Interior Designer?

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As our February design/decorating month ends we have managed to cover it all, from super cheap $50-$100 fixes to a $2,000 Ikea-furnished studio to bedroom do-overs and duvet giveaways, and even working with a decorator. Thanks to all who participated with questions and comments! (Ed.) Let me be honest. I always assumed working with an interior designer was something rich…
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Interior Design 101: Answers to our Readers’ Questions Part II
Interior Design 101: Answers to our Readers’ Questions Part II

Interior Design 101: Answers to our Readers’ Questions Part II

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We hope you’re enjoying Design Month here at My First Apartment. We’ve been working with Kate (left) from Arranging Order, and have learned a ton about everything from smart looking storage to how to use area rugs. Check out Part One of our reader Q&A here, and read on for more great reader Q’s and…
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Designer 101: Answers to Our Reader’s Design Questions!
Designer 101: Answers to Our Reader’s Design Questions!

Designer 101: Answers to Our Reader’s Design Questions!

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As a reminder, it’s DESIGN MONTH here at My First Apartment! We’re working with Kate Marengo of Arranging Order to share tips of the trade, as well as show how interior design can, really, be quite affordable. Check out the first post of the series here. In today’s post, we’ve worked with Kate to answer our…
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Giveaway: Win New Duvet Set From Crane & Canopy
Giveaway: Win New Duvet Set From Crane & Canopy

Giveaway: Win New Duvet Set From Crane & Canopy

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WE HAVE A WINNER!  Our randomly selected winner of a Crane and Canopy duvet of her choice is Becky who added a burst of color to her bedroom with new gorgeous, super affordable curtains from Century 21.  Congratulations Becky, we’ll email you with the directions to claim your prize. Thanks to all who shared their…
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Ask a Designer: Interior Design 101
Ask a Designer: Interior Design 101

Ask a Designer: Interior Design 101

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This February, we’re focusing on interior design to help you turn your new apartment into a cozy home you’ll love. Since not all of us are design wizards, we’ll be working with Chicago interior designer Kate Marengo of Arranging Order. She’s given me some great tips on decorating that I’ll be sharing throughout the month – and she’s…
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Bedding + Other Great Apartment Sales Happening This January
Bedding + Other Great Apartment Sales Happening This January

Bedding + Other Great Apartment Sales Happening This January

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Tis the season for . . . DEALS. BIG TIME. Now that everyone’s unwrapped all the goodies from beneath the tree (or the glow of Hanukah lights), retailers are unloading all their leftover goods to make room for spring collections. Specifically, January brings sales on bedding with many “White Sales”, which, basically, is code for…
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There’s Still Time to Score Black Friday Online Deals for Your Apartment
There’s Still Time to Score Black Friday Online Deals for Your Apartment

There’s Still Time to Score Black Friday Online Deals for Your Apartment

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Dear Disgruntled Black Friday Shopper, Did you go to the mall and come home empty-handed?  The day is still young and we have a few online deals to share with you! Macy’s: This retail giant is basically giving its goods away. Use code TURKEY to get 10-15% off plus free shipping, beyond the already low…
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After Hurricane Sandy: Your Emergency Kit Reminder
After Hurricane Sandy: Your Emergency Kit Reminder

After Hurricane Sandy: Your Emergency Kit Reminder

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To all our readers on the East Coast, we he hope you are safe and dry with minimal damage from Hurricane Sandy. Admittedly, the photos look both wild and unbelievable. That the unstoppable New York City could be waterlogged for days, if not weeks, feels surreal. But, if nothing else, this storm teaches us to…
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