Rebecca

With the holidays right around the corner, we’re graced with beautiful lights, delicious food and  spending time with friends and family. Holidays can be beautiful but sometimes they can also bring out the funny, the unlikely and sometimes the down-right crazy. We’ve pulled together some of the more, ahem, eclectic things we’ve seen this holiday […]

Chances are that 1 of the 2 million folks suffering from gluten allergy may be sitting at your table this holiday season. To clarify, ‘gluten-free’ also known as Celiac disease, is an autoimmune disorder that prohibits the  body from digesting gluten, a protein found in wheat, rye or barley. This means your gluten-free guest won’t […]

If you’re in a loft, tall bookshelves can do double-duty as room dividers. Or, you can place them on casters and hinge two together to form a custom folding door perfect for hiding an open closet or laundry room. For hidden storage, dress a Parsons table with a skirt to hide a modular shelving unit […]

Kitchen The backs of cabinet doors offer oft-untapped space. Home improvement stores sell an array of wire shelving and wooden caddies that can be screwed to the insides of doors to hold everything from spices to sponges. You can also line cabinets with cork, magnet, chalk, or dry-erase boards to tack up recipes, jot grocery […]

This week Tim Eyre, of Extra Space Storage, has supplied us with several creative storage ideas for your home! Living Room/Office The key to keeping your apartment clean is to avoid surface build-up in the common area, and for that, hinged lids are an apartment dweller’s best friends. Utilize a trunk or tray-topped storage ottoman […]

This week Tim Eyre, of Extra Space Storage, has supplied us with several creative storage ideas for your home!When you’re renting a tiny apartment, storage can be tricky, especially if the space doesn’t offer much in the way of functional closets and built-in units. While your landlord likely won’t sign off on new cabinet construction, you can […]

Want to get the best samples sent to your apartment doorstep? Subscription-based sample distribution services are on a roll. Companies like Birchbox and Cravebox send monthly samples of high-end products, including Stila, BIC, Zoya and Kleenex . This allows the subscriber to “try it before they can buy it.” An office favorite of ours is Birchbox, […]

I had to make them. I had to. They were beautiful and called to me. They went by the name  ‘Mini Caramel Apple Cheesecakes’ or, as I liked to refer to them, ‘Heaven on Earth.’ My rendition of these teeny, fabulous morsels were not nearly as gorgeous as the Pinterest version, but they were delicious and I […]

We squealed with delight when we realized you could have secret Pinterest boards. The first thing that came to my mind was that I could now have my “dream wedding” board without looking coo coo for CoCoa Puffs, as I am not exactly engaged. However, after giving it a little more thought, the secret boards truly […]

Yesterday marked one of the biggest shopping days ever. And shoppers never had to leave their couch. The term may seem dated but the deals are not. Cyber Monday boosts some of the biggest deals and shopping exchanges of the year. According to ComScore, in 2011 Cyber Week saw consumers spend $6 billion from November 28 […]

Having roommates is a great way to make life-long friends and memories. Unfortunately sometimes having a roommate means you’re going to run into some snags. One common problem when sharing your living space with others is paying the bills on time. Forgoing the use of threats (we’re kidding, of course!) we’ve pulled together a list […]

Welcome back Keeping the Apartment Germ-Free Part 2! There are a few main cleaning tips to keep in mind when tackling the bathroom. Close the lid on the toilet every time you flush so the bacteria from the water doesn’t hit your toothbrush. Give your shower curtain a little shake to avoid trapped moisture. Don’t […]

It’s almost flu season! Which means immune systems tend to be down and bacteria and viruses tend to be up. ForRent.com wants to keep you well with tips on how to keep germs out of your apartment kitchen. Be sure to wash dishes in hot (not warm) water. Buy a pair of dish washing gloves […]

Start training your little guy early! Puppies are more likely to learn and adapt to training technique. But if you have an older dog doesn’t get discouraged! Persistence is key. Use positive reinforcement. By keeping an encouraging tone both you and your furry friend will be more apt to enjoy the training process. Be sure […]