Five Easy Ways to Upcycle Your Clothes

August 4, 2020 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Stuck with a pile of clothes that’s taking up space in your small apartment and serving no purpose? There are plenty of ways to repurpose clothes to decorate and use around your apartment. DIY arts and crafts are becoming more popular. Here are five creative ways to upcycle old shirts while without going to the…

DIY IKEA Vanity for $50

March 29, 2018 | By Marisa AuthorMy First Apartment

I’ve always thought vanities (aka dressing tables) as something for the rich, or at least richer than a broke college student. However, this winter I was able to create my dream vanity for less than $50. At my new vanity, I start each day, sipping coffee and doing my hair & makeup. It’s absolutely dreamy! Table, $25 Linnmon…

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…

My IKEA Hack: Making a Budget Bookshelf Headboard 1-2-3

March 28, 2015 | By Jessie AuthorMy First Apartment

Looking for a way to make your wall space and bedroom a little more interesting? Make a bookshelf headboard! You can find pre-made bookshelf headboards at just about any furniture store, but they can get pretty pricey pretty quick. However, with a couple of hours and some inexpensive furniture from IKEA, you can create your…

DIY Hanging Photo Display

July 12, 2014 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

Did you have a fabulous 4th of July weekend? Do you have the pictures to prove it but keep them hidden in your cell phone? My suggestion: display the best ones on your wall and keep those memories fresh! Recently, my boyfriend (and roommate) and I went on a dream vacation. This was a trip…

Apartment Décor DIY: Nautical Rope Shelf

July 8, 2013 | By Audra AuthorMy First Apartment

The one month date for our apartment move is upon us, and let’s just say that it hasn’t been smooth sailing the entire way. I like to joke that our apartment has gone through three phases from the moment the lease was signed: 1) Void. 2) The Hazard Zone. 3) Work in Progress. We are…