5 Simple Plumbing Hacks Every Renter Should Know

October 8, 2018 | By Contributors AuthorMy First Apartment

Calling the plumber is a phone call nobody wants to make. Even if your landlord covers major plumbing services it can still be time-consuming and extremely inconvenient. Of course, there are times when you must call the plumber, for example when you cannot stop the water flow and the landlord is nowhere to be found.…

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…

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…