I recently broke the news that I was moving to Austin, Texas this month! {Squeals of joy!} Well, I moved into my apartment last week…and I have a lot on my hands to tackle! Here’s the master room-by-room list of what I’d like to get done! (I apologize for the dark photos…I snapped them really quickly so I could move in!)[spacer height=”20px”]
FRONT ENTRY HALLWAY
Hang some colorful artwork[spacer height=”20px”]
Install a key holder and/or drop spot[spacer height=”20px”]
Hang a mirror for last minute hair-checks before leaving[spacer height=”20px”]
KITCHEN
Line all cabinets and drawers with vinyl or paper[spacer height=”20px”]
Line pantry shelves with stick-on floor tiles[spacer height=”20px”]
Create a pantry organization system[spacer height=”20px”]
Create an under-the sink organization system[spacer height=”20px”]
Create a refrigerator organization system[spacer height=”20px”]
Paint wall behind stove?[spacer height=”20px”]
Purchase bar stools[spacer height=”20px”]
Hang artwork above cabinets[spacer height=”20px”]
Make sink area pretty and functional[spacer height=”20px”]
Purchase a coffee maker[spacer height=”20px”]
LAUNDRY CLOSET
Install shelves above washer and dryer[spacer height=”20px”]
Bring a few splashes of color into the room[spacer height=”20px”]
Hang and/or install a line-drying option[spacer height=”20px”]
Hang and/or install cleaning supply storage (back of door?)[spacer height=”20px”]
LIVING ROOM
Paint wall(s)…blue? charcoal?[spacer height=”20px”]
Integrate red sofa/purchase white slipovers/or buy new sofa[spacer height=”20px”]
Install a shelf or put a table behind the sofa[spacer height=”20px”]
Purchase a coffee table or ottoman[spacer height=”20px”]
Hang artwork above sofa[spacer height=”20px”]
Purchase rug?[spacer height=”20px”]
Create a functional and pretty entertainment system[spacer height=”20px”]
Purchase curtains[spacer height=”20px”]
DINING NOOK
Purchase table[spacer height=”20px”]
Purchase four chairs[spacer height=”20px”]
Purchase curtains (same as living room?)[spacer height=”20px”]
DIY or purchase centerpiece[spacer height=”20px”]
BATHROOM
Paint wall?…antique pink?[spacer height=”20px”]
Bring splashes of color[spacer height=”20px”]
Create system for blow dryer and flat iron[spacer height=”20px”]
Create under-the-sink organization[spacer height=”20px”]
Line drawers and cabinets with vinyl[spacer height=”20px”]
Purchase shower curtain[spacer height=”20px”]
Create in-shower organization[spacer height=”20px”]
Organize linen cabinet[spacer height=”20px”]
Learn how to fold a fitted sheet[spacer height=”20px”]
Purchase rugs[spacer height=”20px”]
Purchase towels[spacer height=”20px”]
BEDROOM
Paint wall(s)…charcoal?[spacer height=”20px”]
Purchase bedding[spacer height=”20px”]
Set up functional and pretty desk area[spacer height=”20px”]
Purchase and install curtains[spacer height=”20px”]
Purchase rug?[spacer height=”20px”]
Organize closet[spacer height=”20px”]
So here’s where I stand…literally. Here’s the blank slate. Ideas?[spacer height=”20px”]
(Full disclosure: it’s been exactly one week since these photos were taken…there have already been some changes, but nothing major yet! I’ll keep you in the loop–don’t worry!:))
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