Pros and Cons: Assembling Furniture Yourself vs. Paying For Assembly

January 13, 2021 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

In our Pros and Cons series, we weigh the advantages and disadvantages of important decisions that apartment dwellers are making every day. Whether you’re moving into a new apartment or simply redecorating, finding the perfect bed frame or couch for your space can be exciting. However, assembling furniture can be a tedious or challenging process,…

10 Home Decor Trends in 2021

December 28, 2020 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

2020 is almost over, and in 2021, you might want to redecorate your apartment for a fresh start. That said, knowing what you want to do and how to do it are two different battles. For some interior design inspiration, check out the 10 below 2021 home decor trends that several interior design aficionados and…

Five New Year’s Apartment Decor Ideas

December 23, 2020 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

As the year comes to an end, you might feel an urge to spruce up your apartment with some snazzy New Year’s Eve decorations. You might want your decorations to reflect the hope, positive resolutions, and new beginnings that a new year brings, but you might worry that this is easier said than done. Not…

Four Space-Saving Furniture Tips for Small Apartments

December 22, 2020 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

If you have a small apartment, you may struggle with storing and arranging your belongings in a limited amount of space, but you don’t have to get rid of your stuff. Instead, you can free up space through some nifty tips meant to prevent you from having to dispose of your possessions. In fact, after…

Four Christmas Apartment Decorating Ideas

December 14, 2020 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

When Christmas is approaching, you may find yourself thinking about how to decorate your apartment for the holiday. If you find yourself unsure where to start and want to get some inspiration, fret not – there are many ways to decorate your apartment. Here are four especially easy Christmas decorating ideas for your apartment. Christmas…

Five Hanukkah Apartment Decoration Ideas

December 9, 2020 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

With Hanukkah nearing, you may be wondering how to decorate your apartment if you celebrate – after all, homes adorably decorated for Christmas might feel more common than ones decked out for Hanukkah. The good news is that there are plenty of ways to get your space Hanukkah-ready. Here are five Hanukkah decoration ideas for…

Should You Get An Outdoor Heater For Your Apartment’s Outdoor Space?

November 27, 2020 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

It’s getting colder, and even if you know how to keep your apartment warm, you might think you can’t spend time in your apartment’s outdoor space. If you want to spend time on your patio or balcony during colder months, outdoor heating just might do the trick. Find out below which types of outdoor heaters…

Pros and Cons: Dedicated Home Office Vs. Temporary Desk

November 24, 2020 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

In our Pros and Cons series, we weigh the advantages and disadvantages of important decisions that apartment dwellers are making every day. Staying focused while working from home can be challenging if you’re used to leaving your apartment for work. And if it’s possible for you to work in an office outside of your home,…

Seven Steps for Hanging Picture Frames

November 23, 2020 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Choosing decorations for your apartment walls may come easily to you, but actually hanging them can sometimes prove more challenging. After buying a nice frame for your wall art, you’ll need to prevent damage to both your art and your wall as you hang it. Here are seven steps to safely hang your picture frames.…

Six Ways To Light Your Apartment Without Ceiling Lights

November 13, 2020 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

You might think apartments without overhead lights can’t be properly lit. However, even in the absence of ceiling lights, some lights are designed to significantly brighten up your apartment. Here are six ways to light your apartment without using ceiling lights. 1. Floor lamps Floor lamps are often tall and bright enough to illuminate dark…