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You don't need to spend a ton of money to give your apartment an updated look. All you have to is be a little creative using any of the following items and your place will instantly look refreshed.1. Globes Are Cool   And so are the Globetrotters & the Golden Globes. Seriously though, I have always been drawn to globes and round objects which are both good feng-shui in any...

Easter is around the corner.  So, before the scent of rotting Easter eggs is in the air as well, here are a few recipes to help you use up your hard-boiled eggs. Deviled Eggs Ingredients 3 large eggs, hard-cooked 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 1/2 teaspoon prepared mustard 1 dash pepper How to Prepare Cut eggs lengthwise into halves. Slip out yolks and mash well with a fork. Mix in remaining ingredients....

We wanted to thank the ridiculously talented and beautiful Heather Scherbert for her behind the walls shoot of Apt2B.  Heather was kind enough to write this post on her own blog and we wanted to share this with you. Apt 2B A step off the beaten path - I got to hang with the talented entrepreneurs behind Apt 2B - the freshest apartment style furniture line unveiling soon. This stylish group is on the...

So you’ve moved (again), and your new apartment has not-quite-white walls (again).  What’s that? It even has neutral carpeting, making you feel like you just moved into a bowl of oatmeal? Where painting always sounds like a great idea, let’s be honest, it often not an option. Or, if you can paint, can lead to more work and mess than need be.  So, here are 5 ways to add some...

We just got back from the Atlanta International Gift Show followed by the California Gift Show @ The L.A. Mart- two cities filled with the latest trends and tomorrows looks in home decor. We got to see some really fun and cool stuff that we definitely wanted to share with you. 1. It's the new French Revolution- It seems that if you don't have a pillow with some french words...

You're not in college anymore, so it's ridiculous if your bedding situation qualifies as any of the below.. 1. Your mattress is actually right on the floor. 2. You only have a mattress and not a box spring. 3. You are sleeping on a futon, roll away bed, or a sofa bed. 4. You still have an "egg crate" to try to make that cheap ass mattress you bought feel...

If you're just bored of your place cause you've been living there for awhile, but you're broke as a joke, try this quick fix: simply rearrange the furniture. That's right, move that sofa to the other wall. Now, put your TV where your sofa use to be. Take that framed Ansel Adams picture you've had since college, and hang it in the bathroom. When I was a kid I used...

You never know who may stop by unexpectedly, or whom you may bring home from the bars, so here is a checklist of the have's and have-nots for your bathroom. Call these pet-peeves if you wish but very useful info here!DO's 1. Do KEEP IT CLEAN. 2. Do keep the seat down! 3. Do always have an emergency roll of toilet paper in the bathroom. It's an effin nightmare to...

I have always thought it was neat when I would see unique switchplates replacing those generic white plastic ones. Little did I know there's an entire secret society of places to get them living on-line. You can find some really cool ones @ switchhits.com, wallplatewarehouse.com, and switchplatefactory.com. I have personally bought some antique ones from Liz's Antique Hardware on La Brea/4th. I also think I saw them once @ Anthropologie....

Breaking news: After discovering this lost footage of Hepburn on the Dick Cavett Show many now believe that The Guy In 2A is in fact an heir to Katharine Hepburn. About 25 seconds into this video you will understand the connection. Enjoy these words of wisdom from the 4 time Oscar Award winner.

Plants are a really great way to add some life to your place. Here are some of my favorite, mostly because they look great and they are very easy to maintain! 1. The Corn Plant This is my personal favorite. I have had one of these plants in every place I have lived in. They do well in low light conditions and need very little loving. 2. The Braided Ficus...

The Plasma/LCD TV has forever changed the way we watch television and, more importantly, it has forever changed how we display our new TV's. The days of just sticking your television in an armoire or on some awful oak entertainment center are over. Now we must make tough decisions- choices more important than LCD or Plasma! I'm talking real life issues, like: do I mount it on the wall or...

IKEA has been referred to as the Forever 21 of the furniture world. You know what I mean, “like I am probably too old for this but perhaps I can rock it one more time.” Well no worries, I have set-up for you the ultimate breakdown of age appropriate items you may buy at IKEA.    18-24yr olds - You have a free pass, IKEA should be your super market...

If you haven't figured it out yet, the futon is dead. So if you are sitting on one now while reading this, it's time to replace it. Today, its all about the click-clack! Think of it as futon-4G. It's highly functional, super stylish, and way more comfortable. The days of throwing out your back while trying to fold that insanely heavy wood frame are long gone. You no longer need...

Whether you are shopping for a coffee table or a dining table, the decision between a glass top or wood top depends on the style and decor of your apartment….and perhaps your favorite cleaning product. Is it Windex or Pledge?A glass top is easy to clean, but that means it actually must be cleaned. If you don't Windex it often every fingerprint and toe print will show. One great thing...

You absolutely can and should have pictures of your family displayed in your place, but it's important to know the boundaries. Having too many (or not enough) may give the wrong impression, and picture placement is key.   5 rules of displaying pictures of your family in your place.  1. Pictures of babies are always safe- in fact, they're usually a big hit. A well-placed baby picture can definitely stir...

Shopping for a new mattress can be quite intimidating. Most people have no idea where to start to look or how much it is going to cost them, let alone what size mattress they want.How do you know if you need a new Mattress? Here are some signs: 1. You're mattress is older than you. 2. When you really need a good night sleep you choose to sleep on the...

I had my 20% coupon in hand and needed to grab me some Brita filters. But this trip, I decided, was more then just a quick run; I was on a mission. I was in search of the answer to the riddle: What is the BEYOND at Bed, Bath, & Beyond? Well, you will not believe how BEYOND "BEYOND" they have gone. It was like a QVC commercial on crack...

Did you know that "Getting In Shape" is the number one New Years Resolution for over 70% of Americans? More importantly, of those 70%, not even half get past January before they stop going to the gym. Well, fear not my fellow comrades cause I'm gonna give you your no-nonsense, no excuse way to get in shape this year without ever leaving your apartment. This way, you can't even use...