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10 Things I Like for Decorating Small Spaces

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I know how to decorate and gain storage for small spaces. Below you'll find 10 things I like for both decorating and storage. It is fun and very easy and does not take too much time.

In fact, when you're done with it you'll be astounded with the results and how your small home is turned into a comfortable home. The 10 things that I will share is a starting place. A little creativity and personality and you can add some spice to and small living space, rental or otherwise.

The Art of...

Living In Small Spaces

When living in a small space, you need to make the most of your space. Finding items that do double duty is important. The items on this page are things that I have found useful. They all add style or color to you space as well as providing a function. They are especially good for an apartment, rental space, or small home.

3-tier-Corner-Rack-Planting-Storage

In small places it's important to take advantage of all your spaces.

In my last two apartments I had a shelving unit that fit in the corner. In one place it was used for decorations, and in the other it was used for both storage and decorations.
3-tier Corner Rack for Planting or Storage

3-tier Corner Rack for Planting or Storage

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This contemporary style shelf helps you organize all of your belongings with ample shelf space on three tiered shelves. Made of Black painted metal, the bars along the sides and back give added strength to this versatile unit. The shelves are 11 inches deep and are placed about one foot apart. This shelf unit is strong, yet light enough to easily move from room to room. These shelves go well with almost anything. Easy set up and fairly sturdy for the price. great for kids room, and bathroom. Excellent plant shelf.

Vinyl Wall Decal

Can't Paint? You Can Still Decorate Walls

In the apartments that I have managed, if you paint walls a different color, you have to return them to their original color, or have money deducted from your security deposit. Wall decals are a way to add color and decorate, yet easy to remove when you leave.
AS FOR ME AND MY HOUSE WE WILL SERVE THE LORD Vinyl wall quotes religious sayings home art scripture decor decal

AS FOR ME AND MY HOUSE WE WILL SERVE THE LORD Vinyl wall quotes religious sayings home art scripture decor decal

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Better than wallpaper, wall stickers are a perfect way to decorate your room and express yourself. They are a fun, easy and removable decor solution. These stickers are pre-cut and will only take you several minutes to apply on any surface - walls, doors, windows, and more. When you want to reposition the stickers, simply peel them off and reapply to wherever you want and they won't damage your paint or leave any mess. Perfect for homes, nurseries, dorms, and anywhere else.

Wall Mirror

Adds Space?

A mirror can give the illusion of more space. This one also adds a lot of style.
Cherry Finish Wall Mirror Gold Accents

Cherry Finish Wall Mirror Gold Accents

Amazon Price: $137.56 (as of 05/31/2012)Buy Now

THIS RECTANGLE CHERRY LEAF MIRROR WITH GOLD LEAF ACCENTS IS SURE TO ENHANCE THE LIGHTING IN ANY ROOM. THIS PIECE MEASURES: 30"W x 42"H

Contemporary Area Rug

Personalize Your Space With An Area Rug

In a rental space, you often get plain white walls and you don't get to choose your carpet. With an area rug you can add color and give your room a warm and cozy feeling with your own personal touch.
Contemporary Area Rug New Generation Home Dynamix 8'x11' Beige

Contemporary Area Rug New Generation Home Dynamix 8'x11' Beige

Amazon Price: $134.99 (as of 05/31/2012)Buy Now

The Contemporary design and bold colors will add flare to any room. Made for today's active lifestyle, this rug is made of durable 100 % polypropylene yarn and is stain and fade resistant.

Storage Ottoman Coffee Table

Three In One

In small living spaces whenever you can make one piece do double duty it's a plus.
Coaster Storage Ottoman Coffee Table with Trays, Brown Vinyl

Coaster Storage Ottoman Coffee Table with Trays, Brown Vinyl

Amazon Price: $86.28 (as of 05/31/2012)Buy Now

Contemporary Leatherlike Vinyl Storage Ottomans. Item features three flip top trays. Simple assembly required.

Leather Full Studio Sleep Sofa

Instant Guest Room

Don't have a guest room? You can still be hospitable with a sleeper sofa.
Taupe Micro Twill Modern Sofa Bed

Taupe Micro Twill Modern Sofa Bed

Amazon Price: $276.90 (as of 05/31/2012)Buy Now

This brand new modern sofa bed is the perfect innovation to seating, reclining and sleeping. Easy adjustment mechanism allows easy transition from sofa to bed. Arms adjust different positions to flat Sofabed. Dimension: 75"W x 35"D x 35"H (SOFA), 75"W x 46"D x 16"H (BED)

Magnolia Window Film

Need to Hide an Unpleasant View?

I was walking through a vacant apartment and noticed the view from the bedroom wasn't very pleasant. A window film is the answer. It adds color, obscures a bad view and depending on which you choose can still let in light.
Magnolia Window Film 24-by-36-Inch

Magnolia Window Film 24-by-36-Inch

Amazon Price: $17.20 (as of 05/31/2012)Buy Now

Magnolia Window Film, An Inexpensive Alternative To Stained Glass, Translucent But Not Transparent, Allows Light To Enter The Room, Provides Privacy, No Adhesive Necessary, Will Tile Together Like Wallpaper, Top To Bottom, Left To Right, Can Be Easily Removed With No Adhesive Residue After Years Of Installation, Easily Trimmed To Fit, Self Static Adhering, No Adhesives.

Contemporary Bath Space Savers

Need More Bathroom Storage?

Small bathrooms often lack storage. This shelving unit is the perfect solutions.
Zenith Products White Wood Frosted Glass Window Spacesaver

Zenith Products White Wood Frosted Glass Window Spacesaver

Amazon Price: $89.00 (as of 06/01/2012)Buy Now

With this Over the Toilet Bathroom Space Saver you can store towels, cosmetics, bath amenities and more! Doors hide the stuff and the frosted glass is a nice touch.

Whitmor Supreme Over-The-Sink Shelf

I have An Over The Sink Shelf and Love It.

These shelves are great. We have decorative items and soap on our shelf. It makes cleaning around the sink easier because your not storing you dish soap etc. there.
Whitmor 6066-930 Supreme Over The Sink Shelf

Whitmor 6066-930 Supreme Over The Sink Shelf

Amazon Price: $27.89 (as of 05/31/2012)Buy Now

The Supreme Over The Sink Shelf is perfect fit for extra needed storage for soap dispensers, dish scrubbers or a cheerful place to put some plants. Clear up counter clutter with this Supreme Over The Sink Shelf.

Space Bag 12 Storage

Need More Closet Space.

These bags instantly increase your storage space. I use them for storing fabric and yarn. They are also good for storing your seasonal clothing.
Space Bag 12 Storage Combo Packs in Color

Space Bag 12 Storage Combo Packs in Color

Amazon Price: $54.99 (as of 05/31/2012)Buy Now

Ideal For: Comforters & blankets, pillows, sweaters, jackets, seasonal clothing, and other bulky items. This revolutionary color coded space bag vacuum-seal storage system is perfect for all your storage needs.

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  • AnzE02 Feb 8, 2012 @ 9:14 pm | delete
    thanks for sharing
  • bygproductions Feb 9, 2012 @ 2:22 am | delete
    You're welcome, thanks for stopping by.
  • mypotlpeople Mar 12, 2011 @ 7:51 am | delete
    Great suggestions for making the most of your small space. I like the ottoman you listed.
  • bygproductions Mar 16, 2011 @ 6:59 pm | delete
    Thanks! I liked it too.
  • BuckHawk Oct 13, 2010 @ 1:35 pm | delete
    Excellent ideas here. I use space bags for so much storage. My neice is big about storage ottomans. She has 4 of them!
  • bygproductions Oct 13, 2010 @ 5:37 pm | delete
    Thanks for stopping by. I'm contemplating changing my coffee table to storage ottomans.
  • sheilamarie Oct 11, 2010 @ 2:12 pm | delete
    Some great ideas! I like so many of them! Storage is always a problem for me.
  • bygproductions Oct 12, 2010 @ 1:31 am | delete
    I can relate to that, four adults in 950 sq feet. Thanks for stopping by.
  • lizziebeth Oct 11, 2010 @ 1:17 pm | delete
    This is a great idea for a lens. I liked the mirror idea and also the bathroom shelf. I would also like to buy a futon or fold-out couch someday. They are so handy!
  • bygproductions Oct 12, 2010 @ 1:28 am | delete
    lizziebeth glad you like it. I have the first two, but miss my sleeper couch.
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