Is a Bar Cart Right for Your First Apartment?

June 8, 2021 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Having a bar stocked with your favorite drinks in your first apartment can be nice, but you might not have enough space for it. One easy solution to solve this issue is by getting a bar cart. However, you might wonder if it’s worth the money to get one. Below, find out some reasons why…

Five Ways to Make the Best of the Space Under Your Bed

April 22, 2021 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Having a small apartment or a bedroom that lacks storage space can be challenging, so you’ll need to think of creative space-saving ways to store your belongings. With some planning, you can place your belongings under your bed while making your room appear spacious. Below, discover five ways to make the best of the space…

A Five-Step Guide to Organizing Your Closet

August 11, 2020 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

Do you have a hard time picking what to wear and often find yourself impatiently rummaging through your clothes to choose the right outfit? A messy wardrobe can add unnecessary stress to your day, especially if your apartment is small without many options for storage. Decluttering and organizing your closet will help speed up the…

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…

Four Best Shoe Storage Options for Small Apartments

July 1, 2020 | By Stella M AuthorMy First Apartment

When you live in a small apartment, you can easily find yourself lacking enough storage space. Beyond just keeping dishes and produce organized in your kitchen and making room for a work-from-home setup, you might also encounter smaller storage concerns. Consider shoes as a prominent example: Not only can shoe storage options in small apartments…

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…

Reorganize & Cut Clutter After the Holidays

January 7, 2015 | By Sarah AuthorMy First Apartment

After the holidays, your apartment is probably a mess. I know ours is. From running around to different family to eating yourself into exhaustion, it’s easy to let your apartment go. But, now is the perfect time to get re-organized and ready for a fabulous New Year in your fabulous apartment! I have a huge…

10 Tips for Choosing a Winning Self-Storage Facility

December 1, 2014 | By Audra AuthorMy First Apartment

A few months ago, my boyfriend and I downsized from a spacious apartment to a small area of his mom’s house. Not willing to part with our furniture for a stay that will likely be short, we decided our best option was to store our things until it’s time for us to pick up and move somewhere…

Store Away Winter, Get Ready for Summer

June 1, 2014 | By Christa AuthorMy First Apartment

It’s June 1st. Do you know where your favorite shorts are hiding? It’s suddenly t-shirt weather, but is your closet still full of bulky sweaters? If you have not yet made the transition from winter to summer in your apartment, here are a few ways to organize your stuff and make way for sunshine and flip-flops. Underbed Storage…