What is a Jack and Jill Bathroom?

August 3, 2021 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

While you’re hunting for a new apartment, you might have seen something unusual in online listings. Namely, you’ve seen something called a “Jack and Jill bathroom” and wondered, what could that be? However, many people actually hunt far and low for this style of bathroom since there are several advantages to having one. Below, learn…

Four Fresh Paint Colors for Spring 2020

April 16, 2020 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Painting your interior walls can completely change the way your apartment not just looks, but feels. The temperature and lighting changes that accompany seasonal transitions can likewise dramatically affect how your apartment feels, so you may want to consider painting your interior walls to match the winter-spring transition. Before you so much as buy paint…

Four Fresh Spring Decor Ideas for Your First Apartment

March 23, 2020 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

It’s one thing to get your spring cleaning done, but a sparkling, dust-free apartment isn’t necessarily a home with character. That’s where spring decor comes in. As you open your windows for the first time in months and the sun starts to shine in for more hours per day, the environment in your apartment will…

Eight Easy Steps for Hanging Your Decor

February 20, 2020 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

You’ve found the perfect piece of decor for your apartment: It’s gorgeous, it matches your apartment’s aesthetic, and it gives your space a ton of added character. Now how do you get it securely onto the wall? Nails, screws, drills, and other tools might seem overwhelming, confusing, or just plain annoying to use, but if…

Double-Duty Decor

November 30, 2018 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

Without a massive budget for decorating, your decor should do double-duty… meaning having more than one use! Instead of spending money on items that only serve a single purpose, consider some of these double-duty decor hacks in your first place! Key hanger / entry table Wayfair $37.99 What’s the first thing you want to do…

7 Pieces To Maximize Storage In Your Tiny Apartment

October 2, 2018 | By Shea AuthorMy First Apartment

Sometimes space is limited. Whether you’ve got just a tiny bathroom or your whole apartment is small, you’ll need to know how to maximize storage to get the most out of your new digs. Thankfully, there are tons of pieces to maximize storage in your tiny apartment. From drawer organizers to multi-purpose furniture, you’ve got…

Hosting a Clothing Swap Party 101

October 3, 2017 | By Kristen AuthorMy First Apartment

The last time I heard about a clothing swap party was when I read Teen People magazine in middle school. Turns out, this is a practical and fun way to get friends together. We all live in a world of excess these days. The media manages to convince us that we need another fringe top…

How To Get Your Dream Apartment on a Ramen Noodle Budget

March 30, 2017 | By Marisa AuthorMy First Apartment

Is it possible to decorate a dream apartment when you have a minimal budget? Follow these five tips and see how far YOU can stretch your money. 1. Beg, Borrow & Steal Okay, so maybe not steal. Not every piece of furniture in your home has to be brand new. Ask family and friends if…

Save or Splurge: Bedrooms

October 27, 2016 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

Your first apartment is the perfect chance to show your personality and pick up some fun pieces that really speak to you. However, your first apartment also likely means you’re on a tight budget (or should be) as you pay the rental deposit and build up an “in-case-of-emergency” savings fund. Here are our top tips…

Cheap & Easy Holiday Decorating Ideas

December 6, 2015 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

With the holidays just around the corner, it’s an exciting time in your first apartment! If you’re like me, when you moved out of your old home and into your new one, festive decorations were the last things on your mind! But now that you’re settled in, decorating for the holidays can be your favorite…