Let's Decorate

There is nothing more exciting than starting college. So many "firsts" happen within your college years and moving into your first apartment is one of them. I was lucky enough to find the coolest friends and now roommates. It took us 6 months to find the perfect place for us to live. I honestly didn't realize how difficult it would be for three girls to decide where to live. I obviously didn't take into account that

 1.) We are girls
 2.) We are broke college students

 After multiple apartment tours and hours of budgeting, we finally found the place for us.

We moved into our apartment in June. We were so lucky to get the best neighbors. I  think everyone fears getting stuck with creepy or loud neighbors, so that was definitely a relief for us. After getting all moved in we kept telling ourselves we would eventually decorate. Well... it's been four months now and we have officially finished decorating our living room. That just leaves the kitchen, dining room, and eventually our bedrooms. Maybe...

We picked a date we were all three going to go shopping and set out with high hopes and slim wallets. We were in luck when we arrived at Hobby Lobby. Everything we needed was 50% off! Here is what we ended up with.




$4.99

$6.99



$12.49

$6.99



 

After spending 2 hours in Hobby Lobby and another hour hanging everything up, we were finally done. Our apartment went from boring and plain to fabulous with just 6 simple pieces. With everything included in the pictures above, the three of us spent around $50 each. In my opinion, the money spent was well worth the outcome. The very next day we hosted a OU/Texas watch party. Although tears were shed at the end of that game, our newly decorated apartment and mimosas were there to lift our spirits.

 

Whenever you are thinking about decorating your first apartment or even redecorating, go ahead and head to Hobby Lobby. I promise you won't be disappointed.