How to Stay Organized Before You Move

August 29, 2022 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Whether you’re moving into or out of your first apartment, keeping organized can help to take the headache out of the whole process. A disorganized mess will make moving into your new apartment a serious pain, while nicely packed and labeled boxes make moving in a breeze. With that being said, how do you stay…

How to Hang and Fold Clothes The Right Way

July 26, 2022 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Extra space is a luxury that many first-time renters don’t have, so it’s important to organize your things in the most efficient way possible. Piles of clothes can take up floor space and make your apartment feel cramped, but if you hang and fold your clothes the right way, they’ll fit nicely in your closet…

5 Ways to Organize Your First Apartment Without Drilling Holes in the Wall 5 Ways to Organize Your First Apartment Without Drilling Holes in the Wall

July 13, 2022 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Tackling organization is one of the most important steps to take when moving into a new apartment, but that can be easier said than done. Many landlords won’t let you drill holes into the wall, which eliminates many traditional storage methods, but luckily, there are other options. Read on below for five great ways to…

How to Organize Your Kitchen Drawers

May 13, 2022 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Kitchen drawers tend to become a catch-all for things you don’t have a place for. Over time, this can lead to your drawers becoming increasingly cluttered and make it difficult to find things you need. Read on below for the best tips on how to organize your kitchen drawers so you won’t have to declutter…

Three Small Apartment Clothing Storage Hacks

July 6, 2020 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

If you’ve lived in a small studio or one-bedroom apartment, you know how tough it can be to make space for all your clothes. Small apartments can be limited on closet space, not to mention floor space for additional items such as coat racks, shoe racks, and dressers. With these three small apartment clothing storage…

8 Handy Organizers For Small Spaces

March 27, 2019 | By Shea AuthorMy First Apartment

Moving into your first apartment can be a bit scary. From the often daunting cost of relocating to the exciting fact that you’ll be able to decorate your own space (even if it’s just a bedroom), there are all sorts of things to consider during your move. If you’re living in a small space, two…

5 Kitchen Organizers You Never Thought You Needed But Kind Of Do

September 15, 2018 | By Shea AuthorMy First Apartment

Kitchens get dirty. Kitchens also get cluttered. Whether your family or friends threw you a housewarming party for moving into your first apartment, you’ve just managed to collection way too much stuff, or you’re kind of an at-home chef genius, the kitchen may be the place with the most unseen accessories. That’s why these 5…

Staying on Top of Your Apartment Life with a Bullet Journal

September 3, 2017 | By Marisa AuthorMy First Apartment

After receiving a cute notebook from a friend, I was frustrated when I opened to see there were no lines. On the side of the notebook it said Bullet Grid, so I Googled it to try to figure it out and the internet came to life with incredible images. If you are anyone who enjoys color,…

8 Ways to Prep for Summer

June 1, 2017 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

Is YOUR apartment ready for sweet summertime? With hot months just weeks away, now is a great time to prep your place for summer! Check out these 8 easy ideas to get your apartment and your mind ready to beat the heat! For your apartment… Finish spring cleaning I promise you, Spring Cleaning is totally…