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tenniels · 05-13-2007, 07:28 PM

Make sure you have an extra package of light bulbs, it's a pain in the ass when in the middle of the night (if you're a night owl like me) you're bulbs go out and you're stuck in the dark. I am a fan of the new coil bulbs that are more expensive, but better for the environment, save money on electrical bills, and last a helluva lot longer.

I'm in my second apartment, and I think the most important thing is to surround yourself with things you like and that make it feel like home. I'm 24, so I don't have a lot of expensive furniture or anything yet, but my futon is great for when I have company, and you can also change the sheet you put on it, if you chose to do so, do go with whatever colour scheme you're feeling at the moment. My colours are mostly black and red, so I painted a lot of old furniture (desk, night table, etc) and it was nice because it was custom and I was proud that I did it myself.

And Ballzor is so right, spend money on a good mattress and good sheets. I have 800 thread count sheets and they are one of the best things I have ever bought. I also have one of those memory foam toppers on top of my mattress, which I love. Everyone is jealous of my bed, and hey I love to sleep.

For the kitchen, make sure you have some seasonings and condiments, those are things you take for granted just having around at home (well with your parents). Make sure you have a baking sheet, a good frying pan or wok, oven mitts, tea towels, and all that stuff too.

Enjoy your new place and let us know how it turns out!! Be creative and use things like the milk crates etc and you'll have some very cool and cheap stuff!

05-13-2007, 07:28 PM	#24 (permalink)
tenniels Insane Location: Oh Canada!!	Make sure you have an extra package of light bulbs, it's a pain in the ass when in the middle of the night (if you're a night owl like me) you're bulbs go out and you're stuck in the dark. I am a fan of the new coil bulbs that are more expensive, but better for the environment, save money on electrical bills, and last a helluva lot longer. I'm in my second apartment, and I think the most important thing is to surround yourself with things you like and that make it feel like home. I'm 24, so I don't have a lot of expensive furniture or anything yet, but my futon is great for when I have company, and you can also change the sheet you put on it, if you chose to do so, do go with whatever colour scheme you're feeling at the moment. My colours are mostly black and red, so I painted a lot of old furniture (desk, night table, etc) and it was nice because it was custom and I was proud that I did it myself. And Ballzor is so right, spend money on a good mattress and good sheets. I have 800 thread count sheets and they are one of the best things I have ever bought. I also have one of those memory foam toppers on top of my mattress, which I love. Everyone is jealous of my bed, and hey I love to sleep. For the kitchen, make sure you have some seasonings and condiments, those are things you take for granted just having around at home (well with your parents). Make sure you have a baking sheet, a good frying pan or wok, oven mitts, tea towels, and all that stuff too. Enjoy your new place and let us know how it turns out!! Be creative and use things like the milk crates etc and you'll have some very cool and cheap stuff! __________________ I like things. And stuff. But I prefer to have things over stuff.