Despite our best attempts to go green, the chances are in favor of there still being plenty of little items around the house that don’t quite fit into a recycling category or maybe have one or two other uses left in them. Living in an apartment often means you have to maximize your resources....
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It isn’t called a bedroom without reason, is it? So why not try and accentuate that ever-so-prominent feature. Here are two ideas for adding some stellar décor that will give your bedroom a creative and relaxed feeling while keeping your wallet fat (aka easy and cheap ideas). Headboard – An awesome headboard can...
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If you’re in the boat with most people around the country these days, you are looking for any and every way to save money. Home decorating may be one of the last things that you think of as an essential, but studies show that being in a relaxing, cozy environment can reduce stress...
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Before moving into an apartment complex, it’s a good idea to know what you’re looking for and what you can live without (check out our “Making the Right Moving Decision” article).  Complexes often come with a variety of special features, or amenities, that can often sell someone to it.  I took a look around...
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Yesterday my girlfriend and I went over to her aunt and uncle’s place to babysit their two daughters while they went out for the evening. One of the girls is four and the other is two. Can you see the potential for disaster? When we originally agreed to watch the kids we thought about...
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We have all get the magazines from the high-end home and kitchen stores. Everything on the page is perfect and arranged the way you want your place to be someday. The only problem is that beautiful hand distressed bedroom set costs nearly as much as I make a year. When this happens I don’t see...
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Tired of the same old decorating ideas of painted walls and nice curtains?  Here are some fun ideas for decorating your living space to create a unique environment: Use mirrors for unique decorations – and make your room appear larger!  Mirrors give the appearance of space, especially used in small spaces.  Add some uniquely framed...
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Anyone who has ever rented an apartment knows that the less the amount of “stuff” you accumulate, the easier it is to live.  However, throughout time, it is inevitable that things will be acquired and you may just run out of space for living!  Therefore, I have put together a list of helpful tips...
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