Small Room? Multi-Purpose Furniture

For those with small apartments, its always good to look out for items that can serve dual purpose. Disregard slightly higher prices, because technically you will be saving money by not having to buy multiple items. Since your bed is often the biggest piece of furniture in your room, its a good idea to get one that can save space.

ie. (above) A Sofa Bed that includes storage. Flips down to make a flat bed, flips up to be utilized as a sofa, and has three drawers, two in the front and one big, long storage space in the back.

Other ideas are beds that can be raised to allow space for desks under them, or single beds that have pull out beds under them. But, I would say for those who live alone in tiny apartments--storage is always the major problem! Invest in something that offers space saving options. It will not only give you more room-but let your place look less cluttered.

Transform your Keys into a Fashion Item

When I make copies of my keys, I always ask for the designs. I think it gives interest to your normal keys, and also eliminates the necessity of a keychain for accessorizing purposes. I also like to attach my keys to long strands and just hang it around my neck on casual days where I don't even feel like carrying my purse out. I just keep my keys and a small pocket with some cash on a strand, and leave the house. Others will always be asking where/how you got your keys, and study them for minutes. Even though I've moved and the keys serve no longer serve its main purpose of opening doors, I still keep mine on my pooh bear on my chain because I think he is so cute! The one pictured first is especially convenient, as the large size facilitates the process of digging your keys out of your purse. I've had these keys for around 5 years, and the print is pretty much still in tact. Only the color on the thin part of the keys will scratch off a bit with time, but for the most part is pretty durable.