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Pinspiration: White Bedrooms

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I love a white bedroom, whether it is completely white or has some added pops of colour. I find them so relaxing and serene - everything that a bedroom should be. I would love to redecorate my bedroom, so lately I've turned to Pinterest for inspiration. Today I'm sharing some of my favourite white bedrooms that I've pinned. (Source) (Source) (Source) (Source) (Source) (Source) (Source) (Source) (Source)

Let's Go Shopping: Ikea

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Ikea is one of my favourite stores. I love to spend a weekend afternoon there, wondering around and mentally redecorating my apartment. Today I am sharing some pieces that I would love to add to my home. Lappljung Ruta Cushion Cover , $9.99 Poang Armchair , $89 Bosnas Footstool with Storage , $17.99 Gerrebo Picture , $29.99 Bild Poster, L'Arbre , $12 Hemnes Chest with 2 Drawers , $99 Ungdom Mug , $4.99 Kallax Shelving Unit , $89.99 Virring Rug , $12.99 Ljusas Ysby Table Lamp , $79.99

Currently Coveting: Bar Carts

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Bar carts are my latest home decor obsession. It seems like they are everywhere lately, and I am seriously considering adding one to my own home. They can be super affordable ( try this one from Ikea ) or fancy ( like this one from West Elm ). Apart from the basics like liquor, glasses and a cocktail shaker, you can add all kinds of fun objects to your bar cart such as fresh flowers, candles, framed prints, books, knick knacks, really anything you can think of! Today I'm sharing some bar cart styling inspiration with you. Many of the bar carts I have featured use the Raskog Kitchen Cart from Ikea . I think a trip to Ikea is in store! (Source) (Source) (Source) (Source) (Source) (Source) (Source) (Source)

How-Tos: Furnishing an Apartment on a Budget

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A little over a year ago, I moved into my first apartment. I had lived on my own for several years before this, but always with roommates and the apartments I lived in were always very "student-like." I was tired of those living arrangements, love interior decorating and wanted a place I was proud of, so I decided to move into my current place. I started from scratch apart from a few pieces my parents gave me as they were also moving at the same time and downsizing. I still consider my home a work in progress, but today I am sharing a few tips for furnishing an apartment on a budget and sharing some pictures of my apartment. 1. Do your research : I headed out to buy furniture and decor for my apartment with a colour palette in mind. The problem was that none of the stores I shopped at had anything in those colours. Definitely do your research beforehand so you don't have to make some quick decisions while you are out shopping. Lots of websites let you check the inventor...